Urgent: Cold Weather Shelters Ready to Save Lives in Okaloosa
Okaloosa County opens cold-weather shelters in Fort Walton Beach, Niceville, and Crestview to protect residents during freezing temperatures.
Outstanding Achievement: Okaloosa High Schools Dominate National AP Honor Roll
Three Okaloosa County high schools earned national recognition on the 2025 AP School Honor Roll for expanding access to advanced coursework.
Audit fallout and director’s resignation leave Okaloosa County Transit at a crossroads
With an audit exposing years of oversight failures and the transit director announcing his resignation, Okaloosa County leaders are racing to stabilize a system facing financial questions, leadership turnover and an uncertain future.
Emotional Tribute as Okaloosa Students Shine in Powerful MLK Speech and Art Contest
Okaloosa County students were honored for powerful speeches and artwork celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy during the district’s 2026 contest.
Traffic Stop in Niceville Leads to Major Drug Arrest
A Niceville traffic stop led to the seizure of fentanyl, meth, and dozens of pills, resulting in the arrest of a 40-year-old man now held without bond.
Education Champion: Kimberly Day-Scanlon Earns Teacher of the Year Title
Okaloosa County names Kimberly Day-Scanlon of Kenwood Elementary as 2027 Teacher of the Year, honoring excellence in special education.
Game-Changer for Walton County: New Emergency Center Delivers Faster, Stronger Care
HCA Florida’s new DeFuniak Springs emergency facility opens in early February, bringing 24/7 emergency care and ambulance services to Walton County.
Bold Vision for Better Roads: Public Input Opens on Regional Transportation Blueprint
Public comment is now open on the Okaloosa-Walton Transportation Planning Organization’s 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan, giving residents a chance to shape future infrastructure priorities.
JD Peacock Launches Powerful Bid for Okaloosa School Board
JD Peacock announces he’s running for Okaloosa School Board, District 1, prioritizing students, teachers, and community values.
Okaloosa Graduation Surge: District Celebrates Powerful 91% Milestone
The Okaloosa County School District announced that its graduation rate has risen to 91 percent, marking a significant academic milestone for local schools.
