Okaloosa Students Raise $9.6K for Children in Crisis
Okaloosa Students Raise $9.6K for Children in Crisis Staff Reports June 17, 2025 11:28 am Charities and Nonprofits, Okaloosa County, Schools and Education In Brief: Okaloosa County students raised more than $9,600 in the 2024–2025 Change for Children Campaign to support Children in Crisis, Inc. Top fundraising schools were recognized at the May 27 school […]
Choctaw High Unveils New Totem Pole Honoring Tradition
Choctaw High Unveils New Totem Pole Honoring Tradition Staff Reports June 17, 2025 8:49 am Fort Walton Beach, Okaloosa County, Schools and Education In Brief: Choctawhatchee High School has unveiled a new 11-foot totem pole on campus, replacing a beloved wooden version removed during renovations. Designed by alumnus Mark Forsman and brought to life by […]
DeSantis Appoints Three To NWFSC Board of Trustees
Gov. DeSantis just made three key picks for the Northwest Florida State College Board—meet the leaders shaping the future of local higher education.
Substitute Employee Arrested At Crestview High For Alleged Lewd Battery on a Minor
For the second time in a week, the Okaloosa County School District is dealing with the arrest of a staff member—this time, an 18-year-old Crestview High School substitute accused of inappropriate conduct with a minor.
PR Foundation Awards Scholarships to Local Graduates
PR Foundation Awards Scholarships to Local Graduates Staff Reports June 12, 2025 8:40 am Okaloosa County, Schools and Education, Walton County In Brief: Two high school seniors, one from Freeport High and one from Rocky Bayou Christian School, each received a $1,000 scholarship from the Emerald Coast Public Relations Foundation. Two graduating seniors from Walton […]
Crestview High Teacher Arrested For Inappropriate Relationship in 2001
A longtime Okaloosa educator is behind bars—accused of sexually abusing a student more than 20 years ago. The case came to light thanks to a modern tip line and has now led to serious charges.
William Kiker Wins Second National Debate Title
William Kiker Wins Second National Debate Title Staff Reports June 4, 2025 10:35 am Fort Walton Beach, Okaloosa County, Schools and Education In Brief: 🎓 Fort Walton Beach High School senior William Kiker has made national history by winning the Incubate Debate National Championship for the second time — the first student to ever do […]
Okaloosa Schools Announces Summer Free Meals Schedule for 2025
Okaloosa County School District has announced its free breakfasts and lunches for children who meet certain requirements.
Amber Burke Named Top AFJROTC Instructor in Nation
Amber Burke Named Top AFJROTC Instructor in Nation Staff Reports June 2, 2025 12:33 pm Uncategorized In Brief: 🏆 SMSgt Amber Burke of Fort Walton Beach High School earned national recognition as the 2025 Overall Air Force/Space Force Outstanding Instructor of the Year for her leadership in AFJROTC. She also took home the Region 2 […]
Choctawhatchee Senior Receives P.E.O. STAR Scholarship
Choctawhatchee Senior Receives P.E.O. STAR Scholarship Staff Reports May 22, 2025 11:43 am Charities and Nonprofits, Okaloosa County, Schools and Education In Brief: 🎓 Julissa Lopez, a senior at Choctawhatchee High School, has received a $2,500 STAR Scholarship from the P.E.O. Sisterhood’s Fort Walton Beach chapter. 🏆 The competitive scholarship honors high-achieving young women for […]
