New early Learning Center Coming to Fort Walton Beach’s Freedom Tech Center
A 16,000-square-foot childcare and early learning center, operated by Grow With Us Learning Academy, will open in 2026 at Fort Walton Beach’s Freedom Tech Center after the city council approved the development order.
Search for Missing 10-Year-Old Trinity Eslinger Winds Down After Six Days
Search for Missing 10-Year-Old Trinity Eslinger Winds Down After Six Days Collin Bestor June 19, 2025 8:22 am Destin, Okaloosa County, Public Safety In Brief: Authorities have ended active search efforts for 10-year-old Trinity Eslinger, who disappeared in the water near Destin’s East Pass on June 12. Despite a six-day, multi-agency operation covering over 250 […]
UPDATE: Army Responds to Allegations of Ranger Misbehavior at Crab Island
Tourists at Crab Island say they saw soldiers drinking and shooting during Billy Bowlegs weekend — We’re asking officials for the version of events and what will happen next.
23d Electronic Warfare Squadron Reactivated at Eglin Air Force Base
The U.S. Air Force reactivated the 23d Electronic Warfare Squadron at Eglin Air Force Base on April 18 to support mission data reprogramming and electromagnetic warfare operations.
Five Okaloosa JROTC Cadets Receive Scholarships from Air and Space Forces Association
Five JROTC cadets from Okaloosa County high schools were awarded scholarships by the Air and Space Forces Association Eglin Chapter at a ceremony held April 15 at the Air Force Armament Museum.
Niceville Good Neighbor of the Month: Dr. Kristi Cabiao
How one former doctor turned advocate is bridging the gap for military families with exceptional needs— and why her work is gaining recognition.
State Road 285 to Close Temporarily for Eglin Test Mission
State Road 285 near Eglin Air Force Base will be temporarily closed on March 26 for a test mission, with possible closures on March 27 and April 3.
Can Eglin Actually Close Waterways Near Base? Here’s What We Found Out:
Eglin Air Force Base is shutting down access to parts of local waterways—what’s behind the new security measures and can the Air Force do them?
Eglin Waterways Now Considered Restricted
Eglin Air Force Base has restricted access to six waterways around its main base and range area due to emerging security threats, allowing only ID card holders and approved visitors.
Range Road 213 now considered Closed Area
A section of Range Road 213 at Eglin Air Force Base is now a Closed Area, restricting public and recreational traffic to ensure security and safety. Only authorized personnel, including military and utility workers, may use the road. Enforcement measures include increased patrols, new signage, and potential fines for violations.
