Okaloosa County adopts social media policy balancing free speech and brand protection
What’s the line between personal expression and official communication? Okaloosa County just drew one — and it’s sparking a bigger conversation.
Okaloosa Sheriff disables social media comments after police shooting
After a deputy mistook an acorn for gunfire and opened fire on a handcuffed man, the sheriff’s office shut off all public comments — but offered little explanation why.
BrunchFest Returns to Pensacola This October to Support Boys & Girls Clubs
BrunchFest returns to downtown Pensacola this October to raise funds for youth programs through a community brunch event hosted by the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast.
Every Okaloosa Judge Has Recused Themselves On This Former Deputy’s Case:
The trial of former jail director Nolan Weeks, accused of impersonating an officer during a traffic stop, will take place outside Okaloosa County following a full judicial recusal.
Okaloosa Schools Release Bus Schedules for 2025-6 School Year
Okaloosa County School District has released their bus schedules for the upcoming school year.
Okaloosa County keeps property tax rate flat for FY2026, advances $687M budget amid surging property values
Okaloosa County keeps property tax rate flat for FY2026, advances $687M budget amid surging property values Collin Bestor July 24, 2025 5:00 pm Okaloosa County In Brief: 🏡 No Property Tax Increase: The county’s ad valorem rate remains at 3.8308 mills for the eighth consecutive year. 📈 $687 Million Budget: Growth in property values helps […]
Okaloosa Deputy Killer Pleads to Murder
The man who killed Deputy Ray Hamilton on Christmas Eve 2022 has pleaded guilty to murder, avoiding trial and the death penalty in a deal supported by the deputy’s family.
Okaloosa Departments Made $60 Million in Budget Requests. Here’s What They Want it For:
Okaloosa Budget: Workshop highlights public safety, health, jail and tourism Collin Bestor July 24, 2025 1:15 pm Okaloosa County In Brief: 💰 $60 million in budget requests highlight critical needs across elections, public safety, and corrections as Okaloosa County plans for FY2026. 🚔 The county jail is operating 25% over capacity, prompting new officer training […]
Northeast Okaloosa County designated rural area of opportunity to boost economic growth
Governor DeSantis’ Executive Order designates northeast Okaloosa County as a Rural Area of Opportunity to boost economic growth and job creation.
Okaloosa County unveils $687M budget, millage stays flat while property taxes go up
Despite an unchanged millage rate for Okaloosa County, residents should expect to pay more due to rising property taxes.
