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Drivers beware: major highways near Eglin Air Force Base will shut down — possibly more than once — during testing missions this month.

High-Impact Testing to Temporarily Close Roads Near Eglin AFB

Staff Reports 01/09/2026 9:30 am

Several major highways near Eglin AFB will temporarily close Jan. 16 to support military testing missions, with closures lasting up to 90 minutes.

From grassroots innovation to commissioned leadership — two Airmen turned a bold idea into a career-defining moment.

Breaking Barriers: AFWERX Innovators Elevate Opportunity in the Air Force

Staff Reports 01/08/2026 11:40 am

Two Airmen earned commissioning opportunities after presenting a low-cost drone detection system to senior Air Force leaders.

More options, more flexibility — the Air Force is reshaping how Airmen stay fit and mission-ready.

New Fitness Options Signal Major Shift in Air Force Readiness

Staff Reports 01/08/2026 9:26 am

The Air Force is updating fitness test standards, offering more exercise options, and resuming official testing under new rules in July 2026.

A multi-billion-dollar contract will keep one of the Air Force’s most critical test ranges running for the next decade.

Eglin Air Force Base Is Awarded A Multi-Billion Dollar Contract to Support Infrastructure and Modernization

Staff Reports 12/31/2025 1:01 pm

Air Force Awards Multi-Billion Dollar Contract to Support Eglin Staff Reports December 31, 2025 12:48 pm Eglin Air Force Base, Emerald Coast, Government, Hurlburt Field,

New offshore drilling could be coming to Florida’s Gulf Coast — and Congressman Patronis wants locals to speak up before it’s too late.

Patronis Calls for Public Input on Offshore Drilling

Staff Reports 12/18/2025 3:52 pm

Congressman Jimmy Patronis is urging Floridians to comment on a federal offshore drilling plan that could open new Gulf waters near Eglin AFB.

The U.S. Air Force just boosted its long-range strike firepower — awarding $241 million for a new batch of precision missiles designed for F-35 fighters.

$241M Contract Expands Joint Strike Missile Production

Staff Reports 12/15/2025 12:38 pm

The U.S. Air Force has awarded a $240.9 million contract to Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace for production of the next batch of Joint Strike Missiles, expanding procurement of the long-range precision weapon designed for the F-35 fighter jet.