New Route Ahead: OCSD Opens Door to Bus Driver Careers
The Okaloosa County School District is inviting residents to explore a rewarding career opportunity during its upcoming Bus Driver Job Fair in Crestview.
What would a Miccosukee Casino mean for Walton County? Expert weighs jobs, revenue and costs
The Miccosukee Tribe has not announced plans for its 25-acre DeFuniak Springs property, but a potential casino has sparked questions about jobs, tax revenue, tourism and costs. An economic expert examines what a casino could mean for Walton County and whether it would be the best use of the land.
3 of 5 Bluewater board members resign, citing concerns over fellow member’s behavior
Three of five Bluewater Municipal Services Benefit Unit board members resigned in May, citing concerns about a fellow board member’s conduct and the board’s ability to function. The resignations leave the MSBU without a quorum, preventing members from taking official action while county officials determine next steps.
HISTORY: Okaloosa finally integrates its schools
Twelve years after the Brown v. Board ruling, Okaloosa County Schools finally voted to integrate on July 13, 1966. While initial resistance was strong—backed by local politicians and the “Pork Chop Gang” in the state legislature—the district eventually conceded to federal integration mandates to avoid losing critical funding.
