Fatal DUI Crash Ends in Conviction Nearly Three Years Later
A jury has convicted Benjamin David Raser of DUI Manslaughter and DUI Causing Serious Bodily Injury in connection with a 2023 Fort Walton Beach crash that killed Demetrius Thomas and left Garrett LeBlanc permanently disabled. Prosecutors say Raser was speeding and had a blood alcohol level more than twice the legal limit.
Don’t Throw It Away Yet: Free Pickup Returns to Fort Walton Beach
Fort Walton Beach residents will have two opportunities to clean up their homes this August through free bulky-item pickup and a one-day tire collection event. The city is encouraging residents to take advantage of the annual programs to safely dispose of unwanted household items and old tires.
One Flight Will Help Save Hundreds More Cats at Fort Walton Beach Shelter
SOCKS will fly 110 cats from Fort Walton Beach to Maryland, creating shelter space while giving more animals a chance at adoption.
Fort Walton Beach Man Faces Life in Prison After Federal Fentanyl Indictment
A Fort Walton Beach man has been federally indicted on charges alleging he trafficked more than 400 grams of fentanyl.
HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Delivers Breakthrough Cardiovascular Care Close to Home
HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital performed the tri-county area’s first renal denervation procedure for patients with uncontrolled hypertension.
Fort Walton Beach Police Make Arrest After Violent Condo Shooting
Two people were shot at a Fort Walton Beach condominium complex before police tracked down and arrested a suspect in Crestview.
Cruise on in to Eglin Federal Credit Union for America’s 250th Celebration Giveaway
Eglin Federal Credit Union is celebrating America’s 250th birthday with patriotic branch events and a chance to win a cruise vacation for two.
New Traffic Plan Aims to Stop Crashes on Beal
Fort Walton Beach is restricting turns at the Beal Parkway and First Street intersection after dozens of crashes raised safety concerns.
$183,000 in Fines, One Big Question: Who Owns Hollywood Boulevard?
Fort Walton Beach leaders voted unanimously to reject a request for broader school-zone camera refunds, saying citations were legally issued despite an unresolved ownership dispute over Hollywood Boulevard.
New Perry Avenue Restrictions Aim to Protect Neighborhoods
Fort Walton Beach will close northbound Perry Avenue on weekends through Labor Day in an effort to reduce neighborhood cut-through traffic.
