Florida Rolls Out New Driver License Exam Standards Statewide
Florida Rolls Out New Driver License Exam Standards Statewide Staff Reports February 2, 2026 1:20 pm Florida, State Government In Brief: 👤 Who: Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) 📢 What: English-only driver license testing policy 📅 When: Begins Friday, Feb. 6 📍 Where: All Florida driver license testing locations statewide 🚦 […]
Explore Florida’s Historic Parks for Free this Presidents Day Weekend
Florida State Parks will offer free admission during Presidents Day weekend to mark George Washington’s birthday and the start of America’s 250th anniversary.
New ERAM Weapon Signals Bold Leap in U.S. Military Firepower
The Air Force successfully tested its new ERAM cruise missile at Eglin, proving rapid development and next-generation long-range strike capability.
Okaloosa Sheriff Aqua Alert for Missing Kayaker
Okaloosa Sheriff’s Deputies have issued an aqua alert for missing kayaker Wessam Bassam Shaer who was last seen on Boggy Bayou
Eglin’s Medical Warriors Capture AFMC Hospital of the Year Title
The 96th Medical Group at Eglin Air Force Base earned AFMC Hospital of the Year after delivering record-breaking patient care and winning 18 total command awards.
Powerful Oversight Requested After Brightline Train Slams Into Robot
Powerful Oversight Requested After Brightline Train Slams Into Robot Staff Reports January 29, 2026 5:15 pm Government, State Government, Travel In Brief: 👤 Who: Congressman Patronis and the National Transportation Safety Board 🚆 What: A Brightline train collided with an autonomous delivery robot 📅 When: January 15, 2026 📍 Where: Miami, Florida ⚠️ Why: To […]
WEPTAC 2026 Fuels Bold Tactical Innovation and Strong Readiness Momentum
Air Combat Command’s WEPTAC 2026 brought together Airmen from across the force to develop tactical solutions aimed at strengthening readiness for future conflict.
Eric Aden Joins the Coalition to Bring Strong Support for Donalds’ Governor Campaign
Okaloosa County Sheriff Eric Aden has endorsed Byron Donalds for Florida Governor, adding Northwest Florida momentum to the candidate’s expanding law enforcement coalition.
Fire damages home in Destin Point neighborhood; no injuries reported
Firefighters from multiple agencies battled a late-night structure fire in the Destin Point neighborhood early Tuesday morning. No injuries were reported.
Urgent: Cold Weather Shelters Ready to Save Lives in Okaloosa
Emergency cold weather shelters are opening across Okaloosa County as freezing temperatures move into the area, offering overnight safety and transportation assistance for residents in need.
