Okaloosa County eyes $824K contract with PAWS for animal control services

Okaloosa County could approve a higher-priced, one-year animal control contract with PAWS to maintain services for unincorporated areas starting September 1.
Walton County Commission rejects defunding Economic Development Alliance

After fiery debate and sharp words over job creation and tax dollars, Walton Countyβs leaders hit pause on defunding the EDA β for now.
Walton County Commission at odds on upcoming tax rate

In a tense meeting, Walton County leaders wrestled with a question that could define next yearβs budget: cut taxes or fix long-neglected infrastructure?
Judge dismisses negligence claims against apartment complex in Roger Fortson shooting case

Negligence claims against the complex where Airman Roger Fortson was killed have been dismissed, but the civil rights case against Okaloosa Countyβs sheriff and a former deputy moves forward.