Giving Second Chances: Emerald Coast Life Center Tackles Addiction and Incarceration
Emerald Coast Life Center, founded by Dana Clah, aims to support addiction recovery and reduces recidivism in Okaloosa County through programs addressing trauma, relationships, and life skills, with a focus on underserved populations.
This Familiar Face Will Run to Replace Dr. Joel Rudman in The Florida House of Reps
Former Okaloosa Commissioner Nathan Boyles has thrown his hat in the ring for an opportuinity to represent most of Santa Rosa County and Northern Okaloosa County in Tallahassee.
Experts Say THIS Will Bring BIG $ to Okaloosa, But Commissioners Just Pulled it From Their Annual Wishlist
The Okaloosa County Commission voted unanimously to remove a $1.5 million funding request for the sinking of the historic SS United States as an artificial reef off Destin from its legislative priorities, citing economic concerns and public optics despite projections of significant tourism revenue.
Eglin Exercise to Close General Bond Boulevard on December 11.
General Bond Boulevard will close next week for an mass casuality exercise. Here are the details:
Someone Threatened to Blow Up A Bomb At Matt Gaetz’s Home. Here’s What We Know:
Someone threatened to explode a bomb at a home connected with Former Congressman Matt Gaetz.
Undercover Operation in Okaloosa County Leads to Nine Arrests for Online Solicitation of Minors
Nine individuals were arrested in Okaloosa County during “Operation Cold Turkey,” a sting targeting adults attempting to meet minors for sexual encounters.
This Organization Just Donated Almost $2 Million to Local Nonprofits:
This local organization will give $1.9 Million to non profits around the Okaloosa County area.
Matt Gaetz Resigned… Now What? How We Elect A New Representative:
Matt Gaetz is no longer the representative for Northwest Florida. But there’s almost half a year until we will have someone representing the Emerald Coast in Congress again. Here’s how the process will work and who wants to be your next congressperson.
Mel Ponder Voted In As Northwest Florida State College’s New President
Mel Ponder elected as the next president of Northwest Florida State College! He will begin the job in the new year.
Hurlburt Commander Talks Pressing Issues for Base
Colonel Patrick Gary of the First Special Operations Wing addressed the County Board of Commissioners to discuss the challenges facing military personnel and their families, including housing, childcare, traffic, and mental health resources, while emphasizing the importance of community partnerships in supporting Hurlburt Field’s mission and readiness.
