From Interim to In Command: Hurry Takes the Helm at AFMC

Lt. Gen. Linda S. Hurry has been confirmed as the new Commander of Air Force Materiel Command, overseeing nearly every major Air Force weapon system worldwide.
Weapons Loaders Clash in a High-Stakes Battle for Q4 Supremacy

Weapons loaders from the 96th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron faced off Jan. 30 in a high-intensity competition focused on speed, precision, and readiness.
Where Wildlife and Wonder Merge in the Heart of Freeport

The E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center is inviting the community to explore Florida’s wildlife after dark and celebrate conservation with two immersive events this March.
Hope, Growth, and Support Empower Emerald Coast Autism Center’s 2026 Events

Emerald Coast Autism Center announced its 2026 fundraising events to support vital autism services for families across Northwest Florida.
Quick Police Response Brings Relief in Fort Walton Beach Silver Alert

An endangered adult was safely located in Fort Walton Beach after a Silver Alert and a coordinated response by police and the community.
New Emergency Room Brings Lifesaving, 24/7 Care to Walton County

A new $19 million emergency room in DeFuniak Springs is now providing 24/7 emergency care, expanding access for Walton County residents and visitors.
Shocking Federal Fraud Case Ends as New Jersey Man Admits Identity Theft

A New Jersey man has pleaded guilty to federal fraud charges after using stolen identities and forged passport cards to withdraw money from bank accounts across Florida.
Powerful Federal Drug and Gun Charges Rock the Mary Esther Community

A Mary Esther man is facing federal charges tied to fentanyl trafficking and illegal firearm possession following a grand jury indictment.
Surveillance Video and Public Tips Help Expose PAWS Donation Theft

Fort Walton Beach Police arrested a local man after a donation box containing cash was stolen from the Panhandle Animal Welfare Society earlier this week.
Okaloosa Schools Post Powerful Academic Gains, Higher Graduation Rates

Okaloosa County School District leaders are celebrating strong academic performance, rising graduation rates, and major campus improvements following the first semester of the school year.