Tickets Available Thursday for Emerald Coast Classic
Tickets go on sale Thursday for the 2025 Emerald Coast Classic women’s basketball tournament at Raider Arena, featuring eight college teams.
Test wing’s life flight helps save child’s limb
A 96th Test Wing life-flight mission successfully transported a two-month-old infant with a limb-threatening blood clot from Miramar Beach to Gainesville amid severe weather when civilian transport was unavailable.
Rep. Jimmy Patronis introduces HOMEFRONT Act to overhaul military housing rules
Should military families be trapped in outdated homes because of historic preservation rules? A new bill from Rep. Jimmy Patronis says no.
Autonomy Proving Ground advances with first alternative navigation flight
Eglin Air Force Base hosted test flights of the Osprey MK III unmanned aerial system using third-party alternative navigation software, marking the first time this aircraft flew with non-Air Force-developed systems as part of AFWERX’s autonomy testing program.
Triumph Approves $4.77 Million for Regional Economic Diversification Plan
Triumph Gulf Coast approved a $4.77 million grant for Florida’s Great Northwest to launch United FORWARD, a regional economic diversification and marketing initiative covering eight coastal Panhandle counties.
Five Rehabilitated Sea Turtles Released at Inlet Beach
The Gulfarium CARE Center released five rehabilitated sea turtles at Inlet Beach after treating them for hook-related injuries and other conditions, with community members gathering to watch their return to the Gulf.
Patronis Introduces Bill to Ease Professional Licensing for Veterans, Spouses
Congressman Jimmy Patronis has introduced a bill that would allow veterans and their spouses to transfer professional licenses across state lines for up to three years after military service, aiming to reduce barriers as families transition to civilian life.
Kiwanis Foundation Delivers 288 “Bags of Hope” to Foster Children in Northwest Florida
The Kiwanis Foundation of Niceville-Valparaiso, with support from FPL, the NextEra Energy Foundation, and other Division 1 Kiwanis Clubs, delivered 288 Bags of Hope to foster children in Northwest Florida to provide essential items during their transition into foster care.
Niceville Announces Return of Veterans Day Parade for 2025
The City of Niceville announced the return of its Veterans Day Parade on November 15, 2025, inviting participants and community groups to register and nominate a Grand Marshal to lead the event honoring veterans.
Advanced Sacred Hope Academy Expands to New Fort Walton Beach Campus
Advanced Sacred Hope Academy in Fort Walton Beach is opening a larger campus this fall to serve 75 autistic and neurodiverse students and is seeking community sponsorships for classrooms and a sensory-friendly playground.
