Motorcyclist, SUV passenger killed in high-speed crash on Okaloosa Island
A 19-year-old motorcyclist and a 50-year-old SUV passenger were killed in a high-speed collision on U.S. 98 in Fort Walton Beach on July 25. Two others were seriously injured.
Okaloosa Schools Release Bus Schedules for 2025-6 School Year
Okaloosa County School District has released their bus schedules for the upcoming school year.
Niceville High Schooler Named Dinstinguished Young Woman of Okaloosa County
Niceville senior Avary Ritenour earned the title of Distinguished Young Woman of Okaloosa County 2026 after sweeping four major categories in a countywide competition.
Niceville Native Looks To Enhance Training For Athletes Through Business Venture
A new athletic training center in Niceville is changing the game for local athletes—offering youth-to-adult performance programs modeled after collegiate-level intensity.
Mary Esther eyes public safety contracts amid budget deficit, capital projects
With a deficit budget on the table and millions in capital projects ahead, Mary Esther’s leaders are asking a bold question: Are taxpayers getting what they pay for in public safety?
Destin council moves to rein in E-Bike speeds, citing safety and enforcement concerns
Destin is drafting tougher e-bike rules in response to safety and enforcement concerns, with new speed limits and broader micro-mobility regulations expected by September.
