Okaloosa County approves $824K PAWS contract, considers in-house animal control
Okaloosa County secures another year of animal control services with PAWS — but commissioners are already planning for a future where the county takes the reins.
Okaloosa’s overdose support team reaches 200 survivors in first year
Okaloosa County’s year-old Post Overdose Support Team has connected with over 200 overdose survivors, enrolling dozens in treatment programs while county leaders say the initiative is reshaping the local fight against opioids.
Okaloosa County fish aggregating device project faces $41K tariff hurdle
Okaloosa County added a $41,760 tariff contingency to its offshore reef buoy contract, ensuring the fish aggregating device program stays on track despite trade policy uncertainty.
Okaloosa County Schools Set Graduation Dates for Class of 2026
Okaloosa County schools have announced the official graduation dates and locations for the Class of 2026, with each ceremony available via live stream.
Okaloosa County eyes $824K contract with PAWS for animal control services
Okaloosa County could approve a higher-priced, one-year animal control contract with PAWS to maintain services for unincorporated areas starting September 1.
Judge dismisses negligence claims against apartment complex in Roger Fortson shooting case
Negligence claims against the complex where Airman Roger Fortson was killed have been dismissed, but the civil rights case against Okaloosa County’s sheriff and a former deputy moves forward.
Forward funnel removed from SS United States as artificial reef project advances
The legendary SS United States takes a giant step closer to becoming the world’s largest artificial reef, promising new life beneath the waves and a boost to local tourism.
Okaloosa advances East Pass dredging project with new state grant
Okaloosa County will use a $320,000 state grant and matching funds to begin design and permitting for a major dredging expansion in East Pass, with construction targeted for 2027 or later.
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.
