Early Voting Temporarily Halted in Okaloosa County Due to Winter Storm Enzo
Early voting in Okaloosa County is temporarily suspended on January 21 through 23, 2025, due to Winter Storm Enzo, with operations resuming on January 24 and key details provided for Election Day and voting procedures.
All Sports Association to Host 56th Annual Award Banquet
The 56th Annual All Sports Association Awards Banquet, featuring keynote speaker Urban Meyer, will honor athletes and support local charities on February 21, 2025, at Northwest Florida State College.
Okaloosa County School District Opens Kindergarten and New Student Registration
Okaloosa County School District has opened registration for kindergarteners and new students for the 2025-2026 school year, requiring families to use the Focus Parent Portal for enrollment.
Emerald Coast Schools Cancel Classes Ahead of Winter Weather
Okaloosa and Walton counties close schools for two days due to expected snow, sleet, and freezing rain, prioritizing student and staff safety.
Okaloosa County Teacher Honored with Presidential Excellence Award
Jacqueline Sheffield, a mathematics teacher at Fort Walton Beach High School, has been honored with the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching, recognizing her 28 years of teaching excellence and dedication to STEM education.
Vehicle Burglary Arrest Made in Niceville
The Niceville Police Department arrested Michael Shawn Reiley for vehicle burglaries, recovering stolen firearms with the help of community-provided video evidence.
Fort Walton Beach Student Named Sunshine State Scholar
Reese Armstrong, a Fort Walton Beach High School junior, has been named Okaloosa County’s 2024-2025 Sunshine State Scholar for her academic excellence, leadership, and contributions in STEM and community activities.
Café Thirty-A Raises Record $81,000 for Caring and Sharing of South Walton
Café Thirty-A’s Annual Christmas Charity Ball raised $81,000 for Caring and Sharing of South Walton, supporting food and financial aid programs for local families.
Emerald Coast Public Relations Foundation Offers $1,000 Scholarships
The Emerald Coast Public Relations Foundation is awarding $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors in Okaloosa, Walton, and Santa Rosa counties pursuing degrees in public relations, communications, marketing, or journalism, with applications due March 17, 2025.
Niceville to Host Town Hall Meetings for Community Engagement
The City of Niceville will hold Town Hall meetings hosted by Mayor Dan Henkel and City Manager David Deitch on January 27 and 28 to discuss city updates and gather resident feedback.
