Walton County is located in the northwest corner of Florida and is part of the Florida Panhandle. It is bordered by Okaloosa County to the west, Holmes County to the east, Washington County to the north, and Bay County to the south. The county seat is DeFuniak Springs.

The Board of County Commissioners consists of five members, who are elected from five separate districts within the county. The Board is responsible for setting policy and regulations, setting the budget, and providing services to county residents.

The county is home to several state parks, including Topsail Hill Preserve State Park, Grayton Beach State Park, and Point Washington State Forest. It is also home to the Choctawhatchee National Forest.

The county's economy is largely based on tourism, with many visitors coming to the area to enjoy its beaches, parks, and other attractions. Agriculture is also an important part of the local economy, with crops such as cotton, peanuts, and soybeans being grown in the area.

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