Crestview Council Member Appointed to Florida League of Cities Policy Committee
Crestview City Council Member Shannon Hayes has been appointed vice chair of the Florida League of Cities’ Municipal Operations Policy Committee for 2025–2026, where he will help shape legislative priorities for municipalities across Florida.
A Miccosukee Casino and New Office Space for Elected Officials? Here’s What Happened at Walton’s Commission Meeting.
Elected officials argue over office space, whether or not to talk to a Native American tribe in south Florida about business – and they decide to settle scores with the director of Sinfonia Gulf Coast.
Patt Maney Returns to Okaloosa County, Highlights Legislative Wins and New Committee Roles
Rep. Patt Maney returned to Okaloosa County after an extended legislative session in Tallahassee, where he highlighted more than $23 million in local funding secured, new state laws he helped pass, and his 2026 committee assignments, including chairing the Justice Budget Subcommittee.
Patronis, Scott push for National Day of Remembrance for Charlie Kirk after assassination
Charlie Kirk’s legacy may soon be honored nationwide — Florida lawmakers are leading a push for a National Day of Remembrance on his birthday.
Florida Rep. Jimmy Patronis pushes NDAA Amendment to block electric vehicle mandate
Should the Pentagon go green — or stick with gas? Rep. Jimmy Patronis says Biden’s electric vehicle mandate puts military readiness on the line.
Walton County Commission rejects defunding Economic Development Alliance
After fiery debate and sharp words over job creation and tax dollars, Walton County’s leaders hit pause on defunding the EDA — for now.
Special Election: Dondre Wise Wants to Be Your Fl-3 State Representative
Can a 26-year-old Navy veteran and former windmill tech flip a longtime Republican seat in Northwest Florida? Deondre Wise thinks voters are ready for a new kind of leadership.
Commissioners Let the DOGE Out In Walton County
Walton votes to comply with the State’s mandatory DOGE review.
Gaetz’s Explicit AI Images Bill Clears Hurdle in Senate
A Florida Senate bill seeks to crack down on AI-generated explicit images—could this law change digital privacy rights?
Candidate for Florida State House District Three Jamie Wells Talks Policy and Priorities
Jamie Wells, a 24-year Army veteran, outlines his priorities for Florida House District 3, focusing on insurance reform, infrastructure growth, mental health resources, and veteran care in his campaign for state representative.
