Air Force Enlisted Village Breaks Ground on Village 7

The Air Force Enlisted Village in Shalimar has broken ground on its seventh residential community, expanding housing and support for retired enlisted Airmen and their spouses.
Sen. Don Gaetz weighs in on $83M state purchase of Norriego Point

Florida plans to spend $83 million to purchase four acres of waterfront land at Norriego Point in Destin for public park and marina use, a move praised by Okaloosa County officials but questioned by Sen. Don Gaetz over the high price compared with the countyβs $10.5 million appraisal.
Okaloosa County to break ground on $16.75 million Tarpon Beach Park

City and county officials will break ground on Tarpon Beach Gulf Front Park in Destin on July 7, a $16.75 million project expanding public access to the Gulf with new amenities and free parking.
Okaloosa Approves Agreement to Fight For Destin Underpass

A $20 million pedestrian underpass could soon change how people cross one of Destinβs most hazardous intersections β if local leaders can secure federal funding in time.
Okaloosa to Do “Deeper Audit” After Letter From Chairman

Is Okaloosa County wasting taxpayer money? Commissioners weigh in as the county freezes hiring and undergoes an internal auditβsome welcome the scrutiny, while others say itβs unnecessary and frustrating.
Fundraiser Announced for Family of 7SFG Sergeant Killed in Freak Accident

A community fundraiser will honor Tommy Lazzaro, a former Central Michigan University football player and Special Forces soldier, who tragically died just a day after learning he would become a father.
Experts Say THIS Will Bring BIG $ to Okaloosa, But Commissioners Just Pulled it From Their Annual Wishlist

The Okaloosa County Commission voted unanimously to remove a $1.5 million funding request for the sinking of the historic SS United States as an artificial reef off Destin from its legislative priorities, citing economic concerns and public optics despite projections of significant tourism revenue.
After Campaign Rally With Republican Stars In Niceville – Congressman Gaetz Talks Affordable Housing, Rice’s Whales, Other Issues in Okaloosa County.

Congressman Matt Gaetz headlined a Republican rally in Niceville, discussing local and national issues, including affordable housing challenges in Okaloosa County and the impact of Rice’s whales on Eglin Air Force Base testing. The event featured speeches by prominent local and state Republican figures, drawing a crowd of 300 supporters.
Robert J Guidry Pleaded Guilty to Paying a Bribe. Now, He’s The Top Donor In Okaloosa County 2024 Election Campaigns

Louisiana businessman Robert J ‘Bobby’ Guidry pleaded guilty to bribing a governor for a riverboat gambling license in the 90s. Now, he’s spending money in Okaloosa County Elections. Why?
Okaloosa Candidates Converge For Niceville Town Hall

Candidates for School Board, County Commission, Sheriff and more gathered at Niceville High School to get talk to voters a month before elections start.