This is why this inspired man created the Emerald Coast

When he arrived, he was one of the most controversial figures in Northwest Florida. By the time he died, he was universally loved.
Safety First: Highway 285 Pauses for Eglin Test Exercise

Highway 285 will temporarily close April 21 as Eglin Air Force Base conducts scheduled testing in the area.
Strike Eagle takes flight to new home

An F-15E Strike Eagle has been moved from Eglin AFB to the Air Force Armament Museum, where it will soon be officially dedicated.
After Dark at Eglin: The Critical Training Youβll Hear

Eglin Air Force Base will conduct night flying operations through April 23, bringing increased aircraft noise to surrounding communities during evening hours.
Take a Look Inside Eglinβs Warrior Day

Teams at Eglin Air Force Base tackled a four-mile ruck and hands-on mission scenarios during Warrior Day, focused on building readiness.
Left Behind, Never Forgotten: A Second Chance for Cats

A $20,000 grant is helping a local nonprofit bring more adoptable cats, many from military families, to Destin this weekend.
New Rapid Legal System at Eglin Boosts Mission Readiness

A new process at Eglin Air Force Base is cutting legal paperwork time for deployers from hours to just minutes.
Take a Look Inside Eglinβs K9 Security Team

Military Working Dogs Rolly and Sagi demonstrated speed, discipline, and precision during a recent security forces event at Eglin Air Force Base.
Explosions Likely in the Gulf as Eglin Conducts Testing

Eglin Air Force Base officials are warning boaters to avoid a large offshore hazard area as the Air Force conducts munitions testing in the Gulf of America through March 28.
Eglin’s Best is on Display at 96th Test Wing

Who are the top performers behind Eglinβs critical testing mission? The 96th Test Wing just revealed its annual award winners.