Thirty Years Strong, One Night of Impact: Café Thirty-A Breaks Fundraising Record

Café Thirty-A’s Annual Christmas Charity Ball raised a record-breaking $90,905 for Caring and Sharing of South Walton, marking a milestone night of generosity and community celebration.
High-Impact Testing to Temporarily Close Roads Near Eglin AFB

Several major highways near Eglin AFB will temporarily close Jan. 16 to support military testing missions, with closures lasting up to 90 minutes.
Congressman Jimmy Patronis announces Academy Day for students interested in U.S. service academies

Dreaming of West Point, Annapolis, or the Air Force Academy? A single event in Pensacola could put that future within reach.
Vibrant New Cabana Cantina Redefines Poolside Dining on Okaloosa Island

Cabana Cantina & Tequileria is now open at The Island Resort, serving coastal Mexican flavors and a tequila-forward bar to locals and visitors.
Breaking Barriers: AFWERX Innovators Elevate Opportunity in the Air Force

Two Airmen earned commissioning opportunities after presenting a low-cost drone detection system to senior Air Force leaders.
New Fitness Options Signal Major Shift in Air Force Readiness

The Air Force is updating fitness test standards, offering more exercise options, and resuming official testing under new rules in July 2026.
Fort Walton Beach Rallies in Powerful Community Convoy for Firefighter’s Family

Fort Walton Beach will host a Community Convoy on Jan. 17 to support firefighter David Leonard, his newborn daughter, and honor his late wife.
Cold Case Resolution After 53 Years: Debra Espey

Nearly 53 years later, Debra Espey’s 1973 death case is closed after the suspect, Dennis Murphy died. Family expresses relief and closure.
Glenn Miller Orchestra Reignites the Golden Age of Swing in Pensacola

The Glenn Miller Orchestra returns to Pensacola Feb. 5, bringing iconic swing music to the National Naval Aviation Museum.
Blueprint for the Nation: Florida’s Immigration Operation Breaks Records

Florida’s Operation Tidal Wave surpasses 10,000 arrests, marking a historic milestone in state-federal immigration enforcement.