Walton County passes $328M budget in narrow 3-2 vote
Walton County leaders cut the millage rate slightly, but a divided commission clashed over debt, reserves, and long-term planning.
Hundreds gather in Fort Walton Beach to honor Charlie Kirk
Hundreds gathered in Fort Walton Beach for a vigil honoring Charlie Kirk, joining nationwide memorials following his killing in Utah.
Mid Bay News interviews Rep. Jimmy Patronis, focusing on big tech and local issues
Congressman Jimmy Patronis sits down with Mid Bay News to discuss military readiness, reigning in big tech and other issues effecting Northwest Florida
Okaloosa County approves $687M budget with flat millage, rising tax bills
Flat millage rate, bigger tax bills, and a AAA bond rating — here’s what’s inside Okaloosa County’s $687 million budget.
Okaloosa Commission approves $4M contract for VPS fuel farm expansion
Okaloosa County approved a $4 million expansion of Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport’s fuel farm, doubling storage capacity to keep pace with surging airline traffic.
Okaloosa County promotes Scott Bitterman to be Public Works Director
Interm no longer. The Okaloosa County Commission approved Scott Bitterman to become the county’s permanent public works director.
Okaloosa Commission approves $250K for Gap Creek study to address flooding, water quality
Okaloosa County is putting $250,000 toward a long-awaited study of Fort Walton Beach’s Gap Creek watershed, matching state funding to address chronic flooding and water quality issues
Okaloosa Commission approves $1.7M contract for new multi-use path in Niceville
From Palm Drive to Rocky Bayou — a new 2.5-mile path in Niceville is finally moving forward with a $1.7M contract.
Okaloosa Commission begins deliberation on 2026 legislative priorities
Okaloosa County is asking the state for nearly $200 million to widen State Road 85 while also pushing policy stances on gun rights, mental health diversion, and homestead exemptions.
Do you think these should be the county’s top priorities?
Crestview Council approves $81.2M tentative budget, slight Tax Rate Increase
Crestview just approved its tentative budget and tax rate — but residents raised sharp questions about police staffing, firefighter pay, and city spending priorities.
