The Government Will Buy $80+ Million Worth of Beach Front in Destin. Is That A Good Thing?

Florida’s Cabinet approves a controversial $83 million land buy in Destin that could massively profit a felon developer with deep political ties, at the expense of local tax revenues.
Florida Supreme Court Will Decide Okaloosa Property and Gun Rights Case

The Florida Supreme Court will hear a case that pits private property rights against Florida gun range laws.
Patt Maney Returns to Okaloosa County, Highlights Legislative Wins and New Committee Roles

Rep. Patt Maney returned to Okaloosa County after an extended legislative session in Tallahassee, where he highlighted more than $23 million in local funding secured, new state laws he helped pass, and his 2026 committee assignments, including chairing the Justice Budget Subcommittee.
Niceville’s School Zone Camera Campaign Crushes Speeding

Niceville’s innovative speed cameras have dramatically reduced speeding around local schools by 97%, enhancing safety and serving as a model for nationwide enforcement.
Niceville Good Neighbor: Mary Wright

Mary Wright has been named the September 2025 recipient of the Ryan Cabaniss State Farm Niceville Good Neighbor Award, nominated by Sandy Sims for her 15+ years leading a volunteer tutoring program at Edge Elementary School. Through the Church on Bayshore, she coordinates sessions for K-2 students, organizes gifts and substitutes, and humbly credits her team for the honor while expressing deep gratitude.
Victim of Skateboard Crash on John Sims Stable, Critical

Brandon Eastlick, struck by a car on John Sims Parkway, shows hopeful recovery signs, but his family faces financial strain as they rally to support the father of seven.
City: Renovations on City Hall Slowed By Immigration Arrests

Valparaiso’s city headquarters project faces significant delays as immigration roundups in Northwest Florida disrupt construction crews, raising concerns about labor shortages and legal workers caught in the sweeps.
This Man Was Florida’s Only Third Party Governor – And People HATED Him.

Uncover the wild story of Sidney Catts, Florida’s only third-party governor, who won with a Model T and a fiery campaign!
PHOTOS: Choctaw Continues Win Streak Against Crestview

Choctawhatchee’s run-heavy offense and stingy defense overwhelmed Crestview in a 28-0 shutout, capitalizing on turnovers and prime field position to dominate the Bulldogs.
PHOTOS: A Look Inside The Remodeled NWFSC Nursing School

Northwest Florida State College’s $40 million nursing school expansion promises to double the region’s nursing graduates and ease Florida’s ongoing healthcare worker shortage.