Walton County Sheriff’s Office Arrests Motocross Racer Haiden Deegan

Professional motocross racer Haiden Deegan was arrested in Walton County, Florida, for racing on a highway, later posting about the incident on social media.
Range Road 213 now considered Closed Area

A section of Range Road 213 at Eglin Air Force Base is now a Closed Area, restricting public and recreational traffic to ensure security and safety. Only authorized personnel, including military and utility workers, may use the road. Enforcement measures include increased patrols, new signage, and potential fines for violations.
Florida SR 285 Crash Kills One, Injures Two More

Heart-wrenching news from Walton County as a fatal head-on collision on SR 285 claims one life and injures two.
Morning Commute Chaos: Passenger Grabs Steering Wheel, Crashes Car in Rush Hour Incident

What happened that backed up base traffic on John Sims Thursday morning?
Round The Bay Relay Preps For 13th Year Racing

Meet Robert Mayor, a military brat turned ultramarathon enthusiast. He’ll be one of 43 ultramarathoners to compete to complete a run around the western Choctawhatchee Bay in the ‘Round the Bay Relay.’ Discover how running, faith, and a deliberate choice to disconnect have intertwined to shape his remarkable journey.
The Top 10 Stories of 2023

These are the top ten stories, as judged by the number of people who read them, in 2023. What did you think was the most important local story of the year? Vote now!
Driver Crashes Into Niceville Bamboo Outdoor Seating Area

A car crashed into Niceville’s Bamboo Sushi and Hibachi outdoor seating area. Miraculously, no one was hurt! 🚗🍱 #NicevilleNews
Preparing for Election 2024: Okaloosa County Commissioner Mel Ponder

Commissioner Mel Ponder discusses Okaloosa County, his achievements, and his commitment to preserving family values. As the 2024 election approaches, Ponder’s vision for a prosperous and culturally rich Okaloosa County comes into focus, with a focus on prudent fiscal management and infrastructure development. #OkaloosaCounty #ConservativeValues
Niceville 2023 Christmas Parade Green Lit for 1st Saturday in December

This year’s Niceville Christmas Parade will take place on December 2nd, starting at 10 AM.
The parade will take its traditional path, starting at the intersection of Palm and John Sims Parkway, moving down the Parkway, turning onto Mayor Randall Wise Memorial Highway and returning to Palm.
What is the best time to cross the Mid Bay Bridge during the summer?

Need to cross the Mid-Bay Bridge into Destin this summer? here are the best times to do it, so you don’t hit traffic on the bridge coming or going.