Faith Factor in DeFuniak Springs has brought more than 280 performers down to a Top 5 finale at the historic Chautauqua Theater. This Main Street DeFuniak Springs initiative is energizing downtown while showing how small towns across America are using local events to revive historic districts and strengthen community life.
Every community eventually reaches a crossroads. This week, Walton County chose a direction, approving a permanent ban on AI data centers. As technology races ahead, local leaders are betting the county’s greatest asset is not what it can build, but what it can preserve.
Upgraded public beach access honors a local advocate while delivering amenities beachgoers have wanted for years.
A closer look at how new development, expanding medical services, and local participation are reshaping what it means for businesses to succeed in North Walton.
Downtown DeFuniak Springs feels different lately. More businesses. More events. More energy. In this episode of the HWY 331 Podcast, Kerri Parker sits down with Main Street DeFuniak Springs board member Bailey Rushing and Executive Director Jaden Broadway to explore revitalization, community building, Faith Factor, and the future of downtown.
Under new ownership, Best Pals Pet Resort in DeFuniak Springs has unveiled a stunning remodel, including a warm, welcoming reception area and new healthy treats for every guest. During the renovations, each team member wrote a Bible verse on the interior walls, a quiet reminder of the resort’s mission to nurture both pets and the people who care for them. Discover how this family-owned resort continues to set a new standard in dog care.
