There’s a little magic that happens when a town decides to throw open its doors and celebrate itself—and Freeport Night Out has that magic in spades. Last year, the green hummed with laughter, music, and the unmistakable feeling that something special was happening. This year, the Freeport Merchants Association is teaming up again with The Windmills at Hammock Bay and Props Brewery to make sure November 1 is a night to remember.
Walton County has a lot to be proud of — and this week, that pride shines brightly on the youngest learners in our community. The Walton County School District has announced that Bay School and the Freeport Learning Center have each earned an “Excellent” designation under the Florida Department of Education’s new Summer Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) accountability system for Summer 2025.
The DeFuniak Springs Woman’s Club is proud to announce the 21st Annual Circle Drive Halloween Celebration, a cherished community tradition that brings joy, safety, and festive spirit to families throughout Walton County. Each year, approximately 2,000 children gather at the historic Lake Yard to trick-or-treat in a welcoming and secure environment—and 2025 promises to be no different.
Northwest Florida State College (NWFSC) has officially unveiled its brand-new School of Nursing building at the Niceville campus. This state-of-the-art facility is more than a win for Okaloosa County — it’s a resource for our entire region.
Based on the latest Planning & Zoning Report from City Planner Latilda Hughes-Neel, a wave of housing, retail, and community projects — many still pending approval — show the city preparing for big change. From new neighborhoods to breweries, medical centers, and more, Freeport is stepping into its next chapter.
The Walton Area Chamber of Commerce announces a dynamic speaker lineup and their topics of expertise for “The Next BIG Thing” Annual Conference, presented by Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast and Eglin Federal Credit Union on Monday, October 6th at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort and Spa.
