LiveOak Fiber, Fort Walton Beach Chamber Team Up to Support Military Families During Shutdown
LiveOak Fiber and the Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce are providing 10,000 pounds of groceries to military families at Hurlburt Field on October 15, 2025, amid the federal government shutdown. Eligible DoD-affiliated families can pick up food in a drive-through distribution.
New Commander takes the helm over Hurlburt Field’s 1st Special Operations Wing
A new chapter begins at Hurlburt Field — and it’s led by a veteran Air Commando with two decades of experience and a mission to carry the 1st Special Operations Wing into the future.
Government shutdown looms, what will be impacted in Northwest Florida.
At 12:01 a.m. Wednesday, the U.S. government runs out of money. From Eglin to TSA checkpoints, thousands of Northwest Florida workers could see furloughs, delayed pay, or closed gates. Here’s what you need to know about how the shutdown will hit our community.
Air Force to move 600 airmen from Hurlburt, Duke Fields to Arizona
The Air Force will transfer 600 airmen from Okaloosa County to Arizona as part of restructuring the 492nd Special Operations Wing, while keeping AFSOC headquarters in Florida.
House-passed defense bill sends $300M for Eglin, Hurlburt projects and includes Patronis Amendment
The U.S. House passed its $892.6 billion defense policy bill, authorizing major construction projects at Eglin and Hurlburt, while Rep. Jimmy Patronis claimed a win with his amendment on military vehicles.
Okaloosa County to host public meeting on West 98 Collector Road project
Traffic relief may be on the horizon for residents near Hurlburt Field — but county officials want to hear from you first.
Yoga Studio Offers Healing, Free Classes to EOD Personnel
A Niceville yoga studio is offering free trauma-informed healing sessions to support veterans and EOD personnel recovering from the physical and mental stress of service.
Investigation Reveals More Info Around Top AFSOC Enlisted Airman’s Firing
AFSOC’s top enlisted airman was fired amid serious allegations—Mid Bay News obtained the investigative report raising questions about what happens next.
AFSOC Enlisted Leader Fired
AFSOC’s top enlisted leader was removed this week—what led to the sudden change remains unclear.
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.
