Fire damages home in Destin Point neighborhood; no injuries reported
Firefighters from multiple agencies battled a late-night structure fire in the Destin Point neighborhood early Tuesday morning. No injuries were reported.
‘This Is About Control’: Destin Mayor Bobby Wagner speaks out on Norriego Point and state power
“What we were sold was conservation. “What we’re seeing now looks like commercialization dressed up as conservation.” Destin Mayor Bobby Wagner speaks his mind on local issues.
Winter Brings Unforgettable Energy to Walton County With Mardi Gras, Valentine’s Events, and New Businesses
Winter Brings Unforgettable Energy to Walton County With Mardi Gras, Valentine’s Events, and New Businesses Staff Reports January 27, 2026 11:51 am 30a, Business, DeFuniak Springs, Destin, Emerald Coast, South Walton, Walton County In Brief: 👥 Who: Walton County Tourism, Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, local restaurants, shops, and event organizers 📅 What: Winter 2026 […]
Critical East Pass Navigation Aids Face Urgent, High-Stakes Replacement
Congressman Jimmy Patronis announced that the U.S. Coast Guard has committed to restoring critical navigation aids at East Pass, a key gateway to the Gulf of America.
Destin City Council Weighs Conservation, State Talks Over $84M Land Deal
Destin leaders agreed to open discussions with the state about conservation zoning for the Norriego Point property while stopping short of formal action to maintain leverage over its future use.
Here’s the latest on the Norreigo Point deal will net an ex-con $70 million
A contentious town hall revealed deep public skepticism over Okaloosa County’s early park plans for a state-purchased waterfront property, as officials insisted the process is just beginning amid scrutiny over price, access, and influence.
Destin Launches DOGE Efficiency Initiative, Identifies $625,000 in City Savings
Destin city leaders outlined a new citywide efficiency initiative that has already identified roughly $625,000 in savings, aiming to modernize operations, reduce waste, and strengthen public trust amid growing fiscal pressures and state oversight.
Palmer Seeks Public Input on Holiday Isle Park
Commissioner Palmer invites Okaloosa residents to a Dec. 30 town hall to give input on a new 4-acre Holiday Isle waterfront park.
Destin Man Indicted on Federal Fraud, Identity Theft Charges
A Destin man has been federally indicted on fraud and aggravated identity theft charges, with a trial set for January 2026 in Pensacola.
Deputies Arrest Driver Accused of DUI, Hit-and-Run, and Child Neglect on Okaloosa Island
A Destin traffic stop ended Saturday night with the arrest of 25-year-old Luis Montoya after deputies say he fled two hit-and-run crashes, drove intoxicated with a child onboard, and resisted officers, who were tracking him down using Flock camera data after a collision on Okaloosa Island.
