200 arrested in Panhandle immigration crackdown, DeSantis says Florida ‘leads’
Florida troopers arrested 200 people in the Panhandle this week in what Gov. Ron DeSantis calls a “clear message” on immigration enforcement — here’s what happened and what comes next.
Beal Parkway pipe failure disrupts traffic, strains public safety in Okaloosa County
A drainage pipe failure along Beal Parkway has upended traffic and stretched public safety thin.
Okaloosa County approves $730K surtax request for new upgrades
Okaloosa County is fast-tracking long-awaited road and sidewalk upgrades — thanks to nearly $730,000 in local surtax funding.
Okaloosa County approves $700K contracts for artificial reef vessels
Okaloosa County is turning two old vessels into underwater havens for fish, divers, and anglers—here’s how the $700,000 project is making waves in the Gulf.
Okaloosa County approves $824K PAWS contract, considers in-house animal control
Okaloosa County secures another year of animal control services with PAWS — but commissioners are already planning for a future where the county takes the reins.
Okaloosa’s overdose support team reaches 200 survivors in first year
Okaloosa County’s year-old Post Overdose Support Team has connected with over 200 overdose survivors, enrolling dozens in treatment programs while county leaders say the initiative is reshaping the local fight against opioids.
Okaloosa County fish aggregating device project faces $41K tariff hurdle
Okaloosa County added a $41,760 tariff contingency to its offshore reef buoy contract, ensuring the fish aggregating device program stays on track despite trade policy uncertainty.
Destin approves rules for low-speed vehicle parking on city property
The Destin City Council has approved its first ordinance setting design standards for low-speed vehicle parking on city-owned property, with rules developed alongside the Shores at Crystal Beach project.
Destin leaders advance Threadgill Park improvements, explore land buy for parking relief
The Destin City Council is backing a major upgrade to Threadgill Park’s ballfields and considering new land for parking.
Destin eyes hard cap on pontoon and livery rentals with new ordinance
Destin is moving toward capping livery vessels at 490 and adding strict safety and permit rules, in what could become the city’s biggest shakeup of its boating industry in years.
