Sheriff’s Office reports arrest in alleged school threat case.
The Okaloosa Sheriff’s Office asserts an individual was arrested over an alleged social media school threat.
Profile | Meet the woman behind the panhandle’s most successful foodie blog
Joanna Davis started The 850 Foodie in 2020 after growing frustrated with negativity toward local restaurants online. What began as a place to share photos of food has grown into a community of more than 66,000 followers, where Davis highlights local businesses, celebrates food and encourages aspiring influencers to have fun.
Jobs, Free Meals, and Community Pride at McDonald’s Grand Opening
Costa Family McDonald’s will open its 19th Northwest Florida location in Panama City Beach on May 19, bringing 60 jobs and celebrating with giveaways and community support.
Florida Reveals Shocking Candy Test Results in Powerful Food Safety Push
Florida released new candy testing results showing arsenic detected in multiple products as part of the Healthy Florida First initiative.
Smalls Sliders Launches Fort Walton Beach Location With Grand Opening Event
Smalls Sliders is bringing its bold orange “Can” concept to Fort Walton Beach, opening a new location on Dec. 10th at 822 Beal Parkway. The grand opening will feature a ribbon-cutting ceremony, a donation to Arc of the Emerald Coast, and giveaways for the first 100 guests as the fast-growing slider brand continues its Florida expansion.
Thanksgiving restaurant openings in Okaloosa, Walton counties
Thanksgiving restaurant openings in Okaloosa, Walton counties Staff Reports November 25, 2025 11:46 pm Uncategorized In Brief: 🦃Enjoy a Thanksgiving at local restaurants on the Emerald Coast. Whether you want to give friends and family a taste of what the Emerald Coast has to offer, or you burned the turkey and need to find your […]
LiveOak Fiber, Fort Walton Beach Chamber Team Up to Support Military Families During Shutdown
LiveOak Fiber and the Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce are providing 10,000 pounds of groceries to military families at Hurlburt Field on October 15, 2025, amid the federal government shutdown. Eligible DoD-affiliated families can pick up food in a drive-through distribution.
Shrimp Basket Cook Checks on Regular, Saves His Life in Pensacola
When a longtime Shrimp Basket regular didn’t show up for his usual visit, cook Donell decided to check on him — a decision that likely saved the man’s life. His quick action and compassion have drawn praise across social media and from the Pensacola community.
Lionfish Tournament Returns to Destin-Fort Walton Beach This May
The Emerald Coast Open returns to Destin-Fort Walton Beach from May 16–18, 2025, bringing divers, chefs, and the community together to remove invasive lionfish from local waters.
Kiwanis Club to Host 35th Annual Pancake Breakfast and Silent Auction
The Kiwanis Club of Niceville-Valparaiso will host its 35th Annual Pancake Breakfast and Silent Auction on March 1, 2025, at the Niceville Community Center to benefit local charities and youth programs.
