Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) marks its 33rd anniversary. Here’s what they’ve been up to:
Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) marks its 33rd anniversary on May 22, 2023. It will celebrate over three decades of dedicated service providing specialized airpower for the nation’s defense.
The 24-Hour MBA: Opening a Business Branch in A New Place (Like Niceville)
This businesss spotlight is sponsored by the Niceville-Valparaiso Chamber of Commerce. If you would like your business to be sponsored, contact Mid Bay News Here! Lee Lewis came to Niceville in the 90s with a dogged determination for success. His company, AVCON, came with a mind to expanding business for the company – which plans […]
AFRL Opens Munitions Complex on Eglin
The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) opened the newest weapon in its testing arsenal at Eglin Air Force Base, the Advanced Munitions Technology Complex (AMTC).
Air Force To Rent Maternity Uniforms to Airmen, Defenders
Pregnant airmen will soon have the option to rent maternity uniforms from the Air Force.
Industry of the Future? Hsu Foundation Wants You(r Government) to Co-Sign On A $102 Million Grant
A local nonprofit started by entrepreneur Paul Hsu wants to partner with Okaloosa County to apply for a $100M+ grant. Commissioners aren’t sold on the idea.
Reapers Stand Out At Eglin’s Emerald Flag
Eglin Air Force Base put on an unmanned airshow in October – highlighting the MQ-9 Reaper’s abilities during the Emerald Flag Exercise.
Potential $300,000 Tax Break Awarded to Crestview Aviation Company
Gulf Air Group will receive a $300,000 tax break over the next 10 years. In exchange, they promise to add 55 high-paying jobs to the Okaloosa County Economy.
New Flight from VPS Airport to Minnesota Debuts in 2023
Sun Country Airlines will become the newest airline to head to Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport for Spring Break when it starts service between Destin-Fort Walton Beach and Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Okaloosa Sheriff’s Office Drone Latest Victim to New Florida Rule
The Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office Drone is the latest casualty of the Florida State Government’s mandate that all government agencies stop using DJI products – and only use products approved from a short list of manufacturers.
Airline Subcontractor Arrested, Accused of Stealing Luggage at VPS
The Sheriff’s Office Airports Unit has arrested a 19-year-old airline subcontractor for grand theft after alleging he stole more than $16,000 worth of property while on the job at the Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport.
