Here’s the latest on the Norreigo Point deal will net an ex-con $70 million

A contentious town hall revealed deep public skepticism over Okaloosa County’s early park plans for a state-purchased waterfront property, as officials insisted the process is just beginning amid scrutiny over price, access, and influence.
Okaloosa County launches full opposition to Alabama CO₂ Injection Project citing aquifer threat

Okaloosa County is launching a full-scale fight against a proposed Alabama CO₂ storage project commissioners say threatens Florida’s drinking water and river systems.
Okaloosa County approves $824K PAWS contract, considers in-house animal control

Okaloosa County secures another year of animal control services with PAWS — but commissioners are already planning for a future where the county takes the reins.
What Docs Reveal About Former Okaloosa Jail Directors Dismissal

Okaloosa County’s former jail director resigned under a severance deal amid findings that he violated county policy by promoting a company owned by his brother to provide ACA enrollment services to inmates.
Congratulations! You* Just Bought The Red Lobster In Fort Walton Beach

What’s next for the former Red Lobster in Fort Walton Beach? You* just bought it—here’s what they might do with the prime waterfront property.