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State Government

Gaetz Tells Crestview Chamber: Florida Must Be Not Just Free, But Affordable

State Sen. Don Gaetz told Crestview Chamber members Florida must be not only “the free state” but also affordable. He highlighted millions in local road funding, a robotics program turning students into high‑wage workers, and urged voters who favor cutting property taxes to also demand specific spending cuts from local governments.

Christopher Saul 09/03/2026 1:47 pm

Breaking News

Okaloosa County to remove all Flock cameras after FDOT memo

Meredith McCalmon 08/31/2026 6:18 pm

Walton County

Walton Commission says ‘flock you’ to controversial cameras in rapid vote

Christopher Saul 08/25/2026 8:39 pm

A Santa Rosa County jury found former Okaloosa County corrections sergeant Curtis Johnson not guilty of second-degree murder in the 2025 shooting death of his roommate, Barbara “Barbie” Dedert.

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Curtis Johnson Murder Trial Ends With A Not-Guilty Verdict

Staff Reports 08/21/2026 2:47 pm

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The DeFuniak Springs City Council approved a $100 fire assessment as debate continues over how to fund the city’s fire department and whether it should remain independent or be transferred to the Walton County Sheriff’s Office.

Fire Assessment Passes in DeFuniak Springs, but Many Questions Remain

Steven Saul 09/03/2026 5:52 pm

Okaloosa County Initiative Breaks New Ground With Immersive Leadership Experiences

Staff Reports 09/03/2026 4:17 pm

Emerald Coast High School football: Our 🔥 takes for Week 3’s games (are we wrong?)

Christopher Saul 09/03/2026 2:04 pm

Gaetz Tells Crestview Chamber: Florida Must Be Not Just Free, But Affordable

Christopher Saul 09/03/2026 1:47 pm

Santa Rosa County Inmate Sentenced to 15 Years for Deadly Prison Chokehold

Staff Reports 09/03/2026 8:42 am

FWB Felon Arrested With Gun and Suspected Marijuana.

Staff Reports 09/03/2026 8:31 am

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Sports

Walton Braves Football: Could they be 2026s dark horse?

Christopher Saul 06/02/2026 12:21 pm

Crestview

Sturdy offensive line bolsters this tenacious 2026 Crestview Bulldog team

Christopher Saul 05/13/2026 10:04 pm

Fort Walton Beach

After remarkable 2025 success, Choctaw looks to smash 2026 expectations

Christopher Saul 05/13/2026 9:23 pm

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Fort Walton Beach

Josh Pulliam and the Vikes have epic spring game lineup as they row hard to Valhalla

Christopher Saul 05/13/2026 8:21 pm

From Baker Gator player to Hall of Fame coach, Matt Brunson’s legendary football journey has officially earned one of Florida’s highest honors.

Schools and Education

Matt Brunson Honored After His Powerful Baker Football Career

Staff Reports 05/11/2026 2:50 pm

RBCS girls 4x800m relay team captures first state title in school history with a 9:28.81 performance at UNF’s FHSAA 1A championship meet.

Crestview

RBCS Girls Win the First State Title in Program History

Staff Reports 05/07/2026 5:50 pm

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History

The powerful story of Defuniak’s unlikely WWII Hero, Ewart Sconiers

Christopher Saul 08/21/2026 11:56 am

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History

Destin quickly deported to Freeport by anxious rebel militia post-raid

Christopher Saul 08/20/2026 10:50 am

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Crestview

1950: “Playground City” Sheriff gets suspended by irate governor

Christopher Saul 08/02/2026 2:16 pm

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History

HISTORY: Defiant Panhandle Congressman blames media conspiracy for THIS scandal

Christopher Saul 07/29/2026 1:13 pm

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History

FLORIDA HISTORY: Union Forces’ Fearless Raid on Depleted Walton County

Christopher Saul 07/23/2026 1:31 pm

History

HISTORY: Okaloosa finally integrates its schools

Christopher Saul 07/13/2026 10:45 am

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Niceville

Here are Niceville’s goals under new Principal Amy Meyer:

Christopher Saul 06/12/2026 11:21 am

State Government

Maney explains his painful vote on controversial property tax proposal

Christopher Saul 06/10/2026 11:38 am

Niceville

This Niceville teen earned a trip to the most prestigious medical event for future doctors in America!

Christopher Saul 06/03/2026 10:10 am

Niceville

Costa Union Club and MJs Reopen to Public Acclaim

Christopher Saul 05/27/2026 8:44 pm

NGN

Sam Hamm, an Amazing Niceville Good Neighbor

Christopher Saul 05/19/2026 12:21 pm

Niceville sophomore Jane Taylor earned a rare invitation to attend the prestigious Joffrey School of Ballet in New York City, giving the young dancer a life-changing opportunity to pursue her dream of becoming a professional ballerina.

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‘Like Getting Drafted to the NBA’: Niceville Teen Weighs Life-Changing Offer from Joffrey Ballet School

Christopher Saul 05/15/2026 9:04 am

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