Man With BB Gun Arrested at Destiny Worship Center

Exterior of Destiny Worship Center with text overlay reading “Scare at Destiny Worship Center: BB Gun Incident Sparks Arrest”

Man With BB Gun Arrested at Destiny Worship Center Staff Reports June 10, 2025 8:17 am Crime, Fort Walton Beach In Brief: Police arrested a man who allegedly brandished a realistic-looking BB gun and drove recklessly through the Destiny Worship Center parking lot, with three young children in the back seat. A man was arrested […]

OCSO Investigates I-10 Overpass Projectile Attack

A cracked windshield of a commercial truck damaged by projectiles, with the Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office badge and a headline reading “Concrete, Eggs Rain from I-10 Overpass — Sheriff Launches Investigation.”

OCSO Investigates I-10 Overpass Projectile Attack Staff Reports June 5, 2025 10:22 am Uncategorized In Brief: The Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a case where concrete and eggs were thrown from the Wilkerson Bluff overpass onto Interstate 10 near Holt. Three commercial vehicles were struck and one passenger sustained minor injuries. The Okaloosa County […]

One Rescued Kitten, Many More Lost

Kitten lying on a towel in a cage next to yellow text that reads, “What’s Putting Kittens in Danger on Local Bridges?”

One Rescued Kitten, Many More Lost Staff Reports June 5, 2025 9:03 am Okaloosa County, Pets In Brief: A string of kitten sightings and losses on Shalimar Bridge has raised alarms with animal advocates in Okaloosa County. One kitten, Lorelei, was rescued — but several others weren’t as lucky. Rescuers say the growing crisis signals […]

William Kiker Wins Second National Debate Title

William Kiker stands with Incubate Debate Founder James Fishback after winning his second national championship, holding a trophy in front of American flags.

William Kiker Wins Second National Debate Title Staff Reports June 4, 2025 10:35 am Fort Walton Beach, Okaloosa County, Schools and Education In Brief: 🎓 Fort Walton Beach High School senior William Kiker has made national history by winning the Incubate Debate National Championship for the second time — the first student to ever do […]

Masked, Bejeweled, and Ready to Rule: Who Will Be Captain Billy 70?

Split image featuring a masked and sunglassed figure on the left and bold yellow text on the right that reads “Can You Guess the Captain? Billy 70 Keeps His Cover.”

Masked, Bejeweled, and Ready to Rule: Who Will Be Captain Billy 70? Staff Reports June 3, 2025 3:18 pm Events, Fort Walton Beach, Niceville In Brief: The mysterious new Captain Billy 70 will be revealed when the 70th Annual Billy Bowlegs Coronation Pageant sails into Niceville on June 14 at the Mattie Kelly Arts Center. […]

Taiwan Trip Sparks Big Ideas for Niceville’s Future

Niceville City Manager David Deitch in front of Taipei skyline with Taiwan graphic

Taiwan Trip Sparks Big Ideas for Niceville’s Future Staff Reports June 3, 2025 11:17 am Business, News, Niceville In Brief: Niceville City Manager David Deitch returned from his trip to Taiwan, where he met with local leaders – including a past and a future presidential candidate for that country. Deitch visited the island nation off […]

Amber Burke Named Top AFJROTC Instructor in Nation

SMSgt Amber Burke takes a selfie with Fort Walton Beach High School AFJROTC cadets in front of the Combat Talon memorial aircraft.

Amber Burke Named Top AFJROTC Instructor in Nation Staff Reports June 2, 2025 12:33 pm Uncategorized In Brief: 🏆 SMSgt Amber Burke of Fort Walton Beach High School earned national recognition as the 2025 Overall Air Force/Space Force Outstanding Instructor of the Year for her leadership in AFJROTC. She also took home the Region 2 […]

Emerald Coast Pride Debuts in Crestview

A large group of smiling people of all ages pose indoors at Emerald Coast Pride in Crestview, many holding pride flags and wearing rainbow clothing.

Emerald Coast Pride Debuts in Crestview Staff Reports May 29, 2025 2:57 pm Crestview, Events, LGBTQ+, News In Brief: 🌈 Emerald Coast Pride comes to Crestview for the first time, hosted by PFLAG Niceville. 🎉 The all-day event features a vendor fair, Pride Walk, open mic, and all-ages Pride Prom. ❤️ A safe, affirming space […]

Two New Statues Unveiled to Honor Women Veterans

Aerial view of Veterans Park on Okaloosa Island, featuring flagpoles, winding pathways, and surrounding greenery near the shoreline.

Two New Statues Unveiled to Honor Women Veterans Staff Reports May 28, 2025 1:45 pm Military, News, Okaloosa County, State Government In Brief: The 3rd Annual Women Veterans Day ceremony in Okaloosa County will take place June 12 at the Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center. This year’s event will include the unveiling of two new […]

Mid Bay News

A drone view of the activity on Boggy Bayou before the annual fireworks festival put on every year by the cities of Niceville  and Valparaiso.