STEVE SCHUTT: This is What the Presidential Election Means for Mortgages and Local Real Estate!

Rising mortgage rates and home prices in Niceville are pushing motivated sellers to negotiate, creating new opportunities for buyers to enter the housing market.
In Response to New Threats, New Spectrum Warfare Units Activate Under Eglin Command

“We don’t know how much time we have before the Air Force is ordered into large-scale combat again,”
OAA Wants You For Their Annual Arts Gallery

Okaloosa Arts Alliance is calling on local artists and cultural organizations to participate in the third annual Holiday Arts Gallery on December 14, offering a unique showcase for holiday shoppers and a lively arts environment at HH Arts in Fort Walton Beach.
Local Hospital Named Among Nation’s Best

Sacred Heart hospitals in Pensacola and Emerald Coast have been named among Florida’s best by Newsweek!
Okaloosa State Rep Given Eagle Scouts’ Top Award

Florida Rep. Patt Maney was awarded the prestigious Distinguished Eagle Scout Award, recognizing his extensive national-level service and community contributions.
Hundreds Walk To End Alzheimers in Okaloosa County

Hundreds gathered at Eglin’s Armament Museum for Okaloosa County’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s, raising over $26,000 and highlighting the impact of Alzheimer’s on Florida’s seniors and diverse communities.
Alaqua Seeks Help For Dogs Displaced By Recent Hurricanes

Alaqua Animal Refuge in Freeport urgently seeks community support to sustain ongoing care for animals displaced by Hurricane Milton, as resources remain strained despite national assistance.
Three Named To Serve On Mid Bay Bridge Authority

Governor DeSantis announces key appointments to the Mid-Bay Bridge Authority, including three military veterans with extensive leadership experience. Read more about their backgrounds and what they bring to this crucial role in Okaloosa County’s infrastructure.
Freeport Merchants Announce ‘Night Out’ Date

The annual Freeport Night Out, featuring live music, vendor markets, a charity fire truck pull, and a raffle for a cruise, returns on November 16 at Props Brewery Hammock Bay.
📸: Niceville Kids Enjoy City’s Fall Festival

Niceville’s annual fall festival on October 22 attracted a large crowd for pony rides, candy-themed activities, and a special performance by the Ruckel Middle School majorettes.