Young Man Found Dead on a Quiet Okaloosa Road

A 20-year-old Mary Esther man was found shot to death in north Okaloosa County. Deputies are investigating the early morning homicide.
GAO Names Local Contractor In Audit Report

A Crestview defense contractor is flagged in a new GAO report after failing to account for government-owned property, exposing deeper issues with the Air Force’s inventory management system.
Valparaiso could make THIS MUCH money every day from a new speed camera near Eglin:

So, if everyone decided to ignore the school zone tickets and keeps driving the way they are now – Valparaiso alone would earn an additional $78,000 per day in revenue – based on Blue Lineβs five-day study.
Urgent: Cold Weather Shelters Ready to Save Lives in Okaloosa

Okaloosa County opens cold weather shelters with transportation for residents, families, and the elderly during extreme winter weather.
Okaloosa County Commissioners question license plate reader cameras

Are license plate readers a powerful crime-fighting tool, or a step too far into surveillance? Okaloosa County leaders just opened the debate.
Crestview approves first reading of commercial photography ordinance for parks

Crestview moves to allow commercial photography in parks with safety protocols, including background checks for photographers working with youth sports.
Crestview City Council approves first-reading E-Bike and Scooter ordinance

Crestview moves to standardize e-bike and scooter rules! From helmet requirements to downtown sidewalk bans, learn how the new ordinance could affect your ride.
Winter Sandyland returns to Okaloosa Island benefiting local children in need

Winter Sandyland returns to Okaloosa Island befitting local children in need Staff Reports December 1, 2025 2:03 pm Uncategorized In Brief: π§ HVAC technician shortages are impacting service availability across Northwest Florida, especially during peak summer months. πΌ Companies like Mills Heating and Air are offering competitive wages and training pathways but still struggle to […]
A Community Effort to Help Those Affected by the Government Shutdown

Crestview residents have united to support neighbors affected by the government shutdown through a new volunteer group called Friends Taking Care of Friends. The groupβs Free Food Friday events provide hot meals and groceries each week at the Old Spanish Trail Amphitheater, helping families in need through the end of the year.
In Photos: Veterans Day in Okaloosa County

Photo Gallery: Veterans Day celebrations in Okaloosa County