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DeFuniak Springs, Fla. (Sept. 22, 2026) – Lakeview Center was awarded approximately $800,000 in first-year funding through the Rural Health Transformation Program, a statewide initiative announced by Gov. Ron DeSantis that leverages nearly $188 million in federal funds to expand access to healthcare in rural communities. Lakeview Center is one of 15 partner organizations participating in a ...read more

SOUTH WALTON COUNTY, Fla. — While only one case of West Nile virus (WNV) has been detected in Walton County so far this year, the South Walton Mosquito District is reminding residents that mosquito-borne disease activity remains a concern during the peak of West Nile virus season.  West Nile virus and other mosquito-borne illnesses are more prevalent during the summer and early fall. The South ...read more

Fort Walton Beach, Fla. (Sept. 15, 2026) - Community leaders, Eglin FCU representatives and local residents gathered on Sept. 14, 2026, to celebrate the opening of The Eglin Federal Credit Union Arts and Education Center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 189 N. Main Street in downtown Crestview. The new center is a 3,000-square-foot, inclusive community space offering visual arts, music, ...read more

Tyndall Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce Gina Perkins as the new Branch Manager at the Panama City Beach Branch. Gina is an accomplished Branch Manager with decades of experience leading high-performing banking teams in the Cincinnati, Ohio market, specializing in leadership development, driving revenue growth, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Recognized for her ability to align ...read more

As we prepare for the Thanksgiving season, the Walton County Sheriff’s Office is once again working to help local families who may need a little extra support putting a Thanksgiving meal on the table.   This year, our goal is to provide Thanksgiving meals to 250 families throughout Walton County, and we need the help of our community partners to make that possible.   We are currently ...read more

August 28, 2026 – Panama City Beach, FL – The Walton and Okaloosa communities are coming together again to give recognition and thanks to our first responders, veterans, and active military. A Superior Mechanical will hold its inaugural Veterans and First Responders Appreciation Lunch at the Niceville Community Center, 204 Partin Drive North, Niceville, FL 32578 on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, ...read more

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida’s tourism brand continues to grow in strength and value, reaching an all-time high of $162 billion in 2026, according to a new independent valuation by Brand Finance. The value represents a 14 percent increase from $142 billion in 2024. Like companies or other well-known products, tourism destinations have brands that carry value. Florida’s tourism brand is one of the ...read more

Emerald Coast Council on Aging is calling on local businesses, organizations and community members to help ensure seniors in our community continue receiving the nutritious meals they depend on every day. The organization is launching a "SPONSOR A DAY OF MEALS' initiative to help offset the growing cost of serving seniors. It currently costs approximately $1000 per day to provide meals to the ...read more

Small businesses in the Walton County area are the backbone of the community — and increasingly, the prime targets for cybercrime. From ransomware to phishing to data leaks, no company is “too small” to be noticed by bad actors. The good news? You don’t need a six-figure IT budget to stay safe — just a few focused habits and smart tools.    TL;DR Cybersecurity isn’t just for tech companies — ...read more

Launching a business is thrilling — but the legal landscape beneath that excitement is complex and unforgiving. A single missed form or misunderstood regulation can stall growth or expose you to liabilities that linger long after you start operating. This guide breaks down the essential legal steps every entrepreneur must take before launch, while showing how to sidestep the most common ...read more

Growing a business is a messy, caffeinated grind that demands decisions faster than you can second-guess them. Among the trickiest calls? Figuring out which outside professionals to trust with your sales and marketing. You can have a great product, a passionate story, a killer team—but if the people guiding your outreach strategy don't get it, you’re toast. That’s why choosing the right external ...read more

The Corporate Transparency Act may require certain U.S. companies to disclose beneficial ownership information to FinCEN to combat financial crimes. While a Texas federal district court’s preliminary injunction puts this requirement on hold, many experts expect that to be overturned. In that event, failure to file could lead to fines of $500 per day, up to a maximum of $10,000, and possible ...read more