LiveOak Fiber, Fort Walton Beach Chamber Team Up to Support Military Families During Shutdown

LiveOak Fiber and the Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce are providing 10,000 pounds of groceries to military families at Hurlburt Field on October 15, 2025, amid the federal government shutdown. Eligible DoD-affiliated families can pick up food in a drive-through distribution.
Shrimp Basket Cook Checks on Regular, Saves His Life in Pensacola

When a longtime Shrimp Basket regular didnβt show up for his usual visit, cook Donell decided to check on him β a decision that likely saved the manβs life. His quick action and compassion have drawn praise across social media and from the Pensacola community.
DeSantis Awards Law Enforcement Bonuses; Program Has Now Reached 9,400 Recruits

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced Monday that the state has awarded more than 9,400 law enforcement officers $5,000 recruitment bonuses since launching the Florida Law Enforcement Recruitment Bonus Payment Program in 2022.
At an event in Panama City, DeSantis presented checks to recruits from Bay, Franklin, Gulf, and Walton counties, highlighting the stateβs continued push to recruit, reward, and retain law enforcement officers.
Rotary Club of Destin Expands Public Rescue Tube Program Across Okaloosa County Beaches

βThese tubes are already making a difference at Destin beach accesses,β said Rotary project co-chairs Dion Moniz and Wayne Bernheisel. βNow, we are excited to expand this proven program across more parts of Okaloosa County, making our beaches even safer for residents and visitors.”
Eglin Federal Credit Union Rows for Hope: $50K Raised to Fight Suicide

Eglin Federal Credit Union has donated more than $50,000 over three years to support Bring Hope Nowβs suicide prevention programs, raising funds through employee-led initiatives and sponsorship of the annual Dragon Boat Race and Festival in Fort Walton Beach.
New Commander takes the helm over Hurlburt Field’s 1st Special Operations Wing

A new chapter begins at Hurlburt Field β and itβs led by a veteran Air Commando with two decades of experience and a mission to carry the 1st Special Operations Wing into the future.
White-Wilson Medical Center files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, plans to continue operations

White-Wilson Medical Center β one of Northwest Floridaβs oldest healthcare providers β has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, but leaders say the move is about long-term stability, not closure.
Santa Rosa Beach man arrested after fatal shooting during eviction dispute

What began as an eviction argument in Santa Rosa Beach Wednesday morning ended in gunfire, leaving a woman dead and another injured. Deputies were already on the scene when shots rang out. Hereβs what investigators say happened π
Crestview Council Member Appointed to Florida League of Cities Policy Committee

Crestview City Council Member Shannon Hayes has been appointed vice chair of the Florida League of Citiesβ Municipal Operations Policy Committee for 2025β2026, where he will help shape legislative priorities for municipalities across Florida.
Sims-Lohman Opens Gulf Coast Headquarters in Crestview, Florida

Cincinnati-based kitchen cabinet and countertop company Sims-Lohman has purchased a 65,000-square-foot facility in Crestview, Florida, set to serve as its new Gulf Coast headquarters and create about 90 jobs.