The Rebels abandon Pensacola. Here’s how it devastated the Emerald Coast.

On May 9, 1862, the Rebel army abandoned Pensacola to the Union. Here’s what happened next:
She demanded answers on investigation into superintendent with taxpayer money

Former Okaloosa School Board candidate Cara Marion publicly confronted the board, demanding answers about their vote to hire outside counsel for an investigation into Superintendent Marcus Chambers.
History of the Emerald Coast: JFK Visits Eglin – Talks Special Forces
On this day in 1962 John Fitzgerald Kennedy, President of the United States made the second-ever presidential visit to Eglin Air Force Base. His speech that day would have huge implications for the special forces community and the future of special operations.
OCSO says it’s captured an ex-cop travelling to New Orleans to commit terrorism during Jazzfest

The Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office says it used Flock cameras to help arrest an ex-cop who was on his way to commit mass murder during Jazz Fest in New Orleans.
PHOTOS: Coffee Shop opens at Emerald Coast Autism Center

PHOTOS: Coffee Shop opens at Emerald Coast Autism Center Christopher Saul April 16, 2026 2:23 pm Uncategorized Community leaders, chamber representatives, families, and students gathered this week at the Emerald Coast Autism Center (ECAC) for the official ribbon cutting of the Carter Cafe, a new training space supporting the Centerβs Transition to Work program. The […]
Should Walton County vehicles have logos? Commissioners debate

Walton County Commissioners had a spirited debate about the County logo on vehicles. Some want to ensure transparency, others want directors to have discretion. Here’s why they care so much:
Niceville, FPL Ink New 30βYear Electric Franchise: Hereβs What Each Side Gets

Niceville has inked a new 30-year deal with Florida Power and Light. Here’s what the taxpayer gets in exchange for working with the energy giant.
12 Year Old Indicted After Walton School Violence

A Walton County Grand Jury has indicted 12 year old Landon Robinson. Robinson is accused of a planned stabbing attack at Walton Middle School that injured two students and a teacher.
Yellow water shows up in Valparaiso: This is what happened.

We know there’s a joke in here, but we’re going to skip past it. This is what’s happening with Valparaiso’s water discoloration.
This controversial Condo Project barely approved in South Walton

Despite a no vote from the planning commission, Walton Commissioners approved this condo project in Miramar Beach. Here’s how it will probably make your life more difficult: