Boyles Wins Special Florida Legislature Election

Republican Nathan Boyles wins the Florida House District 3 seat—but Democrat Dondre Wise’s performance may signal a shift in the Panhandle’s political winds.
Okaloosa Beefs Up Golf Cart Laws On Minors

A new ordinance now in effect across Okaloosa County tightens rules on golf cart use—targeting underage drivers and boosting safety standards in neighborhoods like Rocky Bayou and Shalimar.
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.
Valparaiso’s Fire Chief Is Out. Is This A Golden Opportunity?

Valparaiso just lost its fire chief—and with it, the City may be inching closer to a historic fire department merger that could reshape emergency services across the Twin Cities.
Free Pet Adoptions Coming to Crestview

Free Pet Adoptions Coming to Crestview Staff Reports June 10, 2025 12:42 pm Crestview, Pets In Brief: Petco Love’s MEGA Adoption Event comes to Crestview and Pensacola June 27–29. Crestview Animal Services will waive adoption fees as part of a statewide effort to find homes for 2,000 pets. Crestview Animal Services is teaming up with […]
Man With BB Gun Arrested at Destiny Worship Center

Man With BB Gun Arrested at Destiny Worship Center Staff Reports June 10, 2025 8:17 am Crime, Fort Walton Beach In Brief: Police arrested a man who allegedly brandished a realistic-looking BB gun and drove recklessly through the Destiny Worship Center parking lot, with three young children in the back seat. A man was arrested […]