Red Flag Warning Issued for Okaloosa County and Northwest Florida
The National Weather Service (NWS) in Mobile issued a red flag warning for Okaloosa County and Santa Rosa County, due to the high wildfire danger present in the area.
Video: Eglin EOD tests out new Robot

Eglin Air Force Base’s EOD flight has one of just two brand-spankin-new T7 robots. The T7 helps EOD Techs get rid of dangerous unexploded ordinance and improvised explosive devices (IEDs) while keeping Americans and allies safe.
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.
African American Military Heritage Society Hosts Fundraiser at Eglin Armament Museum
The African American Military Heritage Society will host a Caribbean Dinner Fundraiser at the Air Force Armament Museum on September the 9th, 2022 from 5-8:30pm.
Niceville-Area Primary Election Updates and Results 2022
Here are the results for our elections in Okaloosa County, including County Commissioner and School Board
Okaloosa Sheriff’s Office Drone Latest Victim to New Florida Rule
The Okaloosa County Sheriffโs Office Drone is the latest casualty of the Florida State Governmentโs mandate that all government agencies stop using DJI products – and only use products approved from a short list of manufacturers.
A Royal Salute: Goodbye to the Last Member of the 2nd Fighter Squadron from WWII

Almost 80 years ago – the members of the 2nd Fighter Squadron, the American Beagles, tasted victory in Europe against the Nazis and their allies. The unit fought in their P-40 Warhawks, P-39s, P-51s, and even a couple of British Supermarine Spitfires across the European continent to defeat Nazi Fascists.
45 Eglin F-35s Idled After Ejection Seat Issue Found
A total of 45 F-35 fighter-bomber jets were grounded after an issue with the plane’s ejection seats was found.
Matt Turpin, Candidate for Okaloosa County Commission District 2
โI am an accomplished and results-oriented Certified Public Accountant with extensive experience and expertise in all facets of business valuation, mergers and acquisitions. I am a partner in multiple businesses ranging from real estate, apparel, restaurant inventory control and consulting.
Heald Added to Niceville Civic Hall of Fame
Heald served as the commander for two units at Eglin Air Force Base