Emerald Coast Florida

 [[{“value”:” Beginning March 1, 2025, Walton County opted to go with one main chair and umbrella rental vendor across South Walton Beaches. For 2026 the singular company is Coastal Beach Service, which has served the area for decades. The service offers more than just chairs and umbrellas – see their website for locations and options, or call 850-233-0914. “}]]  SoWal.com  The post The Latest On Beach Chair and Umbrella Rentals In South Walton For 2026 appeared first on 30A Breaking News.

Powerful Warning from Sheriff After Jail Worker Arrested in Inmate Relationship Staff Reports March 5, 2026 9:23 am Crime, Walton County In Brief: A Walton County Jail kitchen employee was arrested after an investigation into alleged sexual misconduct with an inmate. Authorities say the employee engaged in unlawful physical contact inside a secured area and attempted to evade monitoring. She was terminated from her position and charged with a felony after turning herself in on March 4. A Walton County Sheriff’s Office jail employee has been arrested after authorities say she engaged in sexual conduct with an inmate inside the Walton County Jail, according to a post on the Walton County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page. Investigators say they received information on February 18 about an inappropriate relationship between Kelly Jo Johnson, 56, of Bonifay, and an inmate assigned to kitchen duty at the jail. Johnson was employed as a kitchen worker at the facility. The allegation sparked both an internal administrative review and a criminal investigation. Authorities say investigators conducted interviews, reviewed recorded jail phone calls, examined surveillance footage, and collected additional evidence as part of the inquiry. According to the Sheriff’s Office, the investigation established probable cause to believe Johnson engaged in unlawful physical contact with the inmate inside a secured area of the jail. Investigators also allege she communicated with the inmate outside the scope of her duties using methods intended to evade monitoring. Johnson was terminated from her position on February 27. She had been employed with... The post Powerful Warning from Sheriff After Jail Worker Arrested in Inmate Relationship appeared first on 30A Breaking News.

 [[{“value”:” Tucked away along the shimmering shores of the Choctawhatchee Bay, The Village of Baytowne Wharf continues to serve as the vibrant heart and soul of Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort. As we move into March, the Village is shedding its winter coat and leaning fully into a season of outdoor festivals, open-air music, and the kind of coastal energy that only spring in South Walton can provide. “}]]  SoWal.com  The post Spring Events At The Village Of Baytowne Wharf In Sandestin appeared first on 30A Breaking News.

Country Singer Fakes Her Engagement Country star Harper Grace shared with thousands of followers she was engaged – but it turns out it was never real. A rising country singer and former American Idol contestant, she gained early attention in childhood for a widely shared performance of the U.S. national anthem. After her time on More Country Music Nation  The post Country Star Shares Why She Staged Her Own Fake Engagement appeared first on 30A Breaking News.

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB)- More and more passengers are arriving at Northwest Florida International Airport as we near the official start of the busy tourist season. ECP officials say they started to see an influx last week, but expect their peak to begin this weekend, as many universities start their spring break. That peak should The post ECP gears up for peak travel season as spring break starts appeared first on 30A Breaking News.