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Graphic announcing the winners of the America 250 History Writing Contest, featuring patriotic red, white, and blue colors, American flags, stars, balloons, and text referencing the significance and impact of the Declaration of Independence.

Okaloosa students earn top honors in America 250 contest

June 10, 2026

NICEVILLE, Fla. — Two Okaloosa County middle school students have earned top honors in a history writing contest tied to the nation’s upcoming 250th…

A Niceville Police Department patrol SUV is parked near a brick sign outside a police facility in Niceville, Florida.

Multi-agency search ends with patient found near Bayou Plaza

June 6, 2026

Representatives of the Kiwanis Club of Niceville-Valparaiso present an $8,638 donation check to Studer Family Children’s Hospital in memory of Phinley Huisken.

Niceville Kiwanis raises $8,638 for children’s hospital

June 3, 2026

Representatives of the Emerald Coast Children's Advocacy Center accept a $1,000 donation from the PhotoBioModulation Research Institute.

Niceville-based PBMRI donates $2,250 to local nonprofits

June 2, 2026

Campaign banner featuring Brett Hinely, candidate for Okaloosa County School Board District 5, with the slogan "Here for Our Schools."

LOCAL NEWS & EVENTS

Paul Singleton, a longtime Greater Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce ambassador, poses for a portrait while wearing his Chamber ambassador badge and green blazer. He is being recognized for attending his 2,000th Chamber event. (Contributed)

93-year-old Chamber ambassador to mark 2,000th event milestone

June 12, 2026

FORT WALTON BEACH, Fla. — The Greater Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce will honor Paul Singleton on June 24 as he celebrates attending…

DOH-Okaloosa recognized for emergency response planning

June 11, 2026

Federal prison term follows major meth seizure in Okaloosa

June 10, 2026

The new Eglin Federal Credit Union branch in DeFuniak Springs, located at 677 U.S. Highway 90 W. (Contributed)

Eglin FCU sets DeFuniak Springs branch grand opening

June 9, 2026

SCHOOL NEWS

Okaloosa students earn top honors in America 250 contest

June 10, 2026

NICEVILLE, Fla. — Two Okaloosa County middle school students have earned top honors in a history writing contest tied to the nation’s upcoming 250th…

Craig Kinsley stands with Okaloosa County School District leaders and colleagues after being named assistant principal of Lewis School.

Craig Kinsley named assistant principal of Lewis School

June 1, 2026

Ruckel Middle School student Dean Penberthy stands with school leaders and educators after reportedly winning statewide recognition in the Math Nation Show What You Know Showdown competition.

Ruckel student wins statewide Math Nation competition

May 29, 2026

Destin Elementary School kindergartner Claire Grelle smiles beside her framed award-winning artwork during a student recognition event.

Destin kindergartner among six statewide art winners

May 22, 2026

Digital advertisement promoting Eglin Federal Credit Union Mastercard rates starting at 7.9% APR.

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LOCAL MILITARY NEWS

Caption: Due to military testing and training on the Eglin reservation, the beach on Santa Rosa Island from Fort Walton Beach to Navarre Beach is closed to all public access. (U.S. Air Force photo/Ilka Cole) Alt text: A warning sign marks a closed area on Santa Rosa Island, where public access is prohibited because of military testing and training on the Eglin reservation. Title: Warning sign marks closed area on Santa Rosa Island Description: A warning sign stands on Santa Rosa Island within the Eglin reservation. The beach from Fort Walton Beach to Navarre Beach is closed to public access because of ongoing military testing and training activities

Unauthorized entry into Eglin test areas can be costly

June 8, 2026

EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. — Eglin Air Force Base officials are warning that trespassing on the Santa Rosa Island Closed Test Area or…

Promotional graphic for the Honor H.E.R. Foundation's "We See You" Women Veterans Photo Exhibit Reveal featuring an American flag background and event title.

We See You: Women veterans get their stories seen

June 4, 2026

Okaloosa County Tax Collector Ben Anderson and customer service agent Hiedi Jacobs stand outside a tax collector office location while displaying a letter of recognition from a U.S. Air Force lieutenant colonel praising Jacobs for assisting military families with vehicle registration and title transfers.

Tax collector’s office employee praised for helping military families

June 3, 2026

Eglin schedules munitions testing south of Destin Pass

May 31, 2026

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LOCAL NEWS & EVENTS

We See You: Women veterans get their stories seen

June 4, 2026

PENSACOLA, Fla. — The Honor H.E.R. Foundation will unveil 16 new portraits of women veterans…

Flyer promoting the Troop 157 pancake breakfast on May 16 at American Legion Post 221 in Niceville.

Niceville Scouts hosting $5 pancake breakfast May 16

May 13, 2026

Dancers from Inspire Ballet and Fine Arts pose in costume promoting the “Paul, The Apostle” performance set for May 2, 2026, at the Mattie Kelly Arts Center.

200 dancers bring “Paul the Apostle” to stage Saturday

April 30, 2026

City of Niceville summer internship program graphic with application deadline and department listings

Last call: Niceville internships close April 30 for summer

April 28, 2026

Country singer Coffey Anderson plays guitar while wearing a cowboy hat outdoors

Country star Coffey Anderson set for America 250 parade, performance

April 27, 2026

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OUTDOORS

Florida Department of Health advisory notice with a Florida state outline.

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Marler Park under water quality advisory

June 12, 2026

FORT WALTON BEACH, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Okaloosa County has issued a water quality advisory for Marler Park after testing…

senior master gardener with a mother and child in a greenhouse growing vegetables

Master Gardener volunteer training applications now open

June 11, 2026

Unauthorized entry into Eglin test areas can be costly

June 8, 2026

Eglin schedules munitions testing south of Destin Pass

May 31, 2026

Rocky Bayou, Liza Jackson parks under water quality advisory

May 30, 2026

Marler Park under water quality advisory

June 12, 2026

FORT WALTON BEACH, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Okaloosa County has issued a water quality advisory for Marler Park after testing…

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