AFFORDABLE HOUSING: Could This Move Spell the Beginning of the End of The Okaloosa Housing Crisis?

The Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners unanimously voted to send a letter to Eglin Air Force Base Commander General Jeffery Geraghty, seeking his support to acquire a 200-acre parcel currently serving as Eglin’s golf course. The county aims to use this land for affordable housing and commercial space in a community with a median home sale price of $450,000. This initiative follows a collaborative meeting in March between local government leaders and the Air Force to discuss potential land acquisitions.
Okaloosa County Moves Forward With Special Needs Play Complex In Niceville

Okaloosa County has approved funding to build the Miracle League Field at Meigs Park, providing a dedicated space for children with special needs to play baseball and enjoy other amenities tailored to their requirements. The project’s funding will come from the Okaloosa County Tourism Development District’s funds, ensuring that out-of-town visitors contribute to this meaningful initiative.