Walton County Fire Rescue has officially earned its stripes as a Florida State Technical Rescue Team—TRT 106—and it’s a game-changer for the community. This certification means the team has met the state’s toughest standards for training, equipment, and operational readiness, making them ready to tackle some of the most complex rescues in Florida, from confined spaces and structural collapses to high-angle and trench operations.
When it comes to new apartments in Freeport, not all communities are created equal. The Waters at Freeport stands apart — thoughtfully designed, fully equipped, and built for the kind of life you actually want to live – central to Walton County’s natural gems.
In a region where neighbors still greet one another and homes carry the stories of generations, Zach and Shelby Smith have quietly built a business that feels like an extension of the community itself. From DeFuniak Springs to Freeport, Niceville, and beyond, Easy Peazy Plumbing is more than a service—it’s a promise kept.
Veterans Day is a time to honor and reflect on the sacrifices made by those who served in the U.S. Armed Forces across generations. From the battlefields of World War II to the jungles of Vietnam, the deserts of the Middle East, and the more recent deployments in Afghanistan and Iraq, each era of service holds unique stories of resilience, dedication, and sacrifice.
There’s something about the way sunlight drapes itself across the still waters of Twin Lakes Camp Resort—a kind of quiet invitation to slow down, breathe deep, and remember what it means to belong outdoors. On Saturday, November 8, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., everyone is invited to gather at this lakeside gem for a day that captures everything good about small-town generosity and Southern tradition.
In a world that feels louder and faster by the day, community news remains one of the quiet miracles holding us together. It’s the neighbor’s small business making a difference. The local nonprofit rallying volunteers for a cause that matters. It’s how we remember that – beneath all our differences, we share the same streets, schools, and skies.
