Two New Statues Unveiled to Honor Women Veterans
Two New Statues Unveiled to Honor Women Veterans Staff Reports May 28, 2025 1:45 pm Military, News, Okaloosa County, State Government In Brief: The 3rd Annual Women Veterans Day ceremony in Okaloosa County will take place June 12 at the Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center. This year’s event will include the unveiling of two new […]
Florida Wildlife Commission Advances Bear Hunt Rules
Florida Wildlife Commission Advances Bear Hunt Rules Staff Reports May 22, 2025 10:18 am Government, News, State Government, Wildlife In Brief: 🐻 Florida’s wildlife agency voted to advance a proposed rule allowing black bear hunting to return to the state. FWC says hunting could help manage bear populations—but critics question its necessity and impact. 📍 […]
Florida Parks, Florida Prepaid Launch Summer Giveaway
Florida Parks, Florida Prepaid Launch Summer Giveaway Staff Reports May 20, 2025 6:15 pm News, Schools and Education, State Government Families in Florida have a new reason to hit the trails this summer. Florida State Parks and the Florida Prepaid College Savings Program have teamed up once again to offer a mix of outdoor fun […]
University of West Florida President Martha Saunders Resigns Amid Political Turmoil
Dr. Martha Saunders, President of the University of West Florida (UWF), announced her resignation on Monday, concluding an eight-year tenure marked by significant institutional achievements and recent political challenges. In a letter addressed to students, faculty, and staff, Saunders stated: “When I returned to the University of West Florida as president, it felt like coming […]
Governor Appoints Zack Smith to UWF Board of Trustees
Governor Ron DeSantis has appointed Pensacola native Zack Smith to the University of West Florida Board of Trustees, providing the board with local legal expertise. Smith serves as Senior Legal Fellow and Manager of the Supreme Court and Appellate Advocacy Program at The Heritage Foundation, an American conservative think tank based in Washington, D.C. He also serves as a […]
There Is A VERY Good Chance Customary Use Will Return to South Walton Beaches. Here’s Why:
Did Florida lose its beaches over a plate of lasagna? A new bill could reverse the 2018 law that changed public access—and it’s just one vote away.
Commissioners Let the DOGE Out In Walton County
Walton votes to comply with the State’s mandatory DOGE review.
Gaetz’s Explicit AI Images Bill Clears Hurdle in Senate
A Florida Senate bill seeks to crack down on AI-generated explicit images—could this law change digital privacy rights?
Florida Bill To Rein In FPL Profit Survives First Test
Florida Senator Don Gaetz is pushing a bill to limit utility rate hikes by tying profits to the 10-year Treasury note, increasing transparency and accountability for companies like Florida Power & Light.
Florida Could Soon Have Death Penalty Option For Sex Trafficking
A proposed Florida bill would allow the death penalty for sex traffickers of young children or mentally incapacitated individuals under specific conditions.