Inside Gaetz and DeSantis’s Redistricting Plan for Florida
Florida lawmakers are heading into a rare mid-decade special session to redraw the state’s congressional map after explosive population growth — but State Sen. Don Gaetz says Northwest Florida’s Districts 1 and 2 are likely to remain unchanged as the focus shifts to booming Central and South Florida.
Growth, Change, and Opportunity: CHELCO Maps the Future
CHELCO leaders outlined future energy challenges while awarding scholarships and confirming board leadership at their annual meeting.
A New Life Underwater: SS United States Begins Its Final Transformation
Okaloosa County has taken a major step toward sinking the historic SS United States as an artificial reef, approving a key agreement that clears federal review hurdles.
This massive concert transformed Emerald Coast tourism forever!
On April 21, 1984, the band Heart played a free beach concert on Okaloosa Island to 35,000 people, causing a traffic nightmare that lasted for hours. This pivotal event—fueled by free beer and college Spring Breakers—forced Okaloosa County to choose whether the Emerald Coast would be a destination for rowdy students or for families.
Manhunt Underway in Okaloosa After an Armed Home Invasion
Two masked suspects carried out an armed home invasion late Sunday night near Fort Walton Beach, prompting an ongoing investigation by the Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office.
Okaloosa Students Win Big at the State Science Fair
Okaloosa students brought home top honors from the State Science and Engineering Fair, with multiple winners and two first-place finishers leading the way.
380 Students, One Big Message: Success Doesn’t Look Just One Way
Okaloosa County Schools honored 380 seniors during its largest CTE Signing Day, highlighting students headed to college, careers, and military service.
Greed, Deception, and Millions Lost: Niceville Man Admits Fraud Scheme
A retired Army sergeant from Niceville has pleaded guilty to a multi-million dollar fraud scheme that left victims without returns.
Inside Niceville’s Inspiring New Student Café
A new student-run café at ECAC is giving Niceville students hands-on job training while serving up coffee and community impact.
Deadly Amount of Fentanyl Seized in Crestview Raid
A Crestview man is facing serious charges after deputies and federal agents seized more than 200 grams of fentanyl during a March raid.
