American Airlines launches Miami service, expands Chicago Service from Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport

American Airlines will launch nonstop service from VPS to Miami and expand Chicago flights to year-round, increasing travel options and regional access.
Okaloosa County to break ground on new tax collector and property appraiser office in Crestview

North Okaloosa is growing fast — and now the County is building to keep up. Here’s what to expect at Monday’s groundbreaking.
Valparaiso Fire Chief Suspended Over Racism Allegations

Valparaiso’s fire chief keeps his job after a public hearing over racial slur allegations leads to a suspension, training, and free speech backlash.
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.
UPDATE: Police Say Alleged Child Abduction Attempt in Niceville Was False Report

A child’s quick thinking may have stopped a kidnapping in Niceville—now police need your help to track down the suspect.
DeSantis Appoints Three To NWFSC Board of Trustees

Gov. DeSantis just made three key picks for the Northwest Florida State College Board—meet the leaders shaping the future of local higher education.
Okaloosa Commissioners OK Tourism Money for Shalimar Park

Plans to revitalize a neglected Shalimar waterfront are officially underway, as Okaloosa County greenlights a $3 million park project with fishing docks, pavilions, and more.
Free Pet Adoptions Coming to Crestview

Free Pet Adoptions Coming to Crestview Staff Reports June 10, 2025 12:42 pm Crestview, Pets In Brief: Petco Love’s MEGA Adoption Event comes to Crestview and Pensacola June 27–29. Crestview Animal Services will waive adoption fees as part of a statewide effort to find homes for 2,000 pets. Crestview Animal Services is teaming up with […]
Is This The 30A Tourism Recession in South Walton?

Tourism revenues are slipping in Walton County—now leaders must decide how to respond as they plan for storms, traffic, and the future of the local economy.
Special Election: Nathan Boyles Wants to Be Your Fl-3 State Representative

Nathan Boyles isn’t done with public service — now he’s making his pitch to voters in Florida House District 3. Here’s what he says sets him apart ahead of the June 10 special election.