Firefighters Hold the Line at Choctaw Plaza Fire

A three-alarm commercial fire at Choctaw Plaza destroyed a Rent-A-Center Monday night, sending heavy smoke through multiple adjacent businesses.
Former Rocky Bayou teacher accused of molestation pleads to battery.

Aaron Gleason, a former teacher at Rocky Bayou Christian School, pleaded guilty to felony assault as a part of an agreement with the Office of the State Attorney. More here:
19-Count Federal Lawsuit Alleges Reckless Force Caused Veteran’s Heart Attack

A Fort Walton Beach veteran files a 19-count federal lawsuit alleging arrest triggered a heart attack while in police custody.
‘Fired Up’ to Serve Freeport – New Candidacy for Freeport City Council (Seat 5) – Meet Abel Albritton

Firefighter and nonprofit founder Abel Albritton has officially entered the race for Freeport City Council (Seat 5), saying he feels “called to serve” as the city faces rapid growth and infrastructure challenges.
Brothers at heart of jail healthcare scandal resurface

Nolan Weeks and Chad Laboy, the two brothers who operate HealthCred Care, announced their intent to donate $140,000 to law enforcement agencies. Previously, they were at the middle of a scandal involving healthcare signups at the Okaloosa Jail that ended in Weeks’ resignation as a County employee.