Okaloosa Sheriff Aqua Alert for Missing Kayaker

Okaloosa Sheriff’s Deputies have issued an aqua alert for missing kayaker Wessam Bassam Shaer who was last seen on Boggy Bayou
Inside Okaloosa County’s plans for the Destin-Fort Walton Beach Rigdon Center

Okaloosa County officials hope that with a little bit of time and effort now, the fairgrounds will be a place families can enjoy for decades to come.
βThis Is About Controlβ: Destin Mayor Bobby Wagner speaks out on Norriego Point and state power

“What we were sold was conservation. “What we’re seeing now looks like commercialization dressed up as conservation.” Destin Mayor Bobby Wagner speaks his mind on local issues.
Okaloosa County Commission approves $17.7M for SR 85 widening, new sheriff’s office evidence facility

The Okaloosa County Commission approved major surtax investments for a State Road 85 widening project and a new sheriffβs office evidence facility as part of a long-term strategy to address growth, congestion and public safety without raising property taxes.
Okaloosa County Commission explores paid parking for non-county residents at beaches, parks

Okaloosa County leaders are taking the first steps toward paid parking at beaches and parks as officials look for new revenue sources to fund maintenance and offset potential state funding changes.
This is What Niceville Will Build With Your Tax Money In The Next Five Years:

Niceville City Council greenlights a multi-million dollar capital projects plan, secures nearly half a million in grants, allocates more funding for the “Miracle League” park, and passes a new E-Bike safety ordinance.
Florida Senate passes school choice scholarship overhaul after audit
A critical state audit exposed cracks in Floridaβs school choice system β now lawmakers have responded with sweeping reforms that could reshape how billions in education dollars are tracked, verified and protected statewide.
Urgent: Cold Weather Shelters Ready to Save Lives in Okaloosa

Okaloosa County opens cold weather shelters with transportation for residents, families, and the elderly during extreme winter weather.
Stokes named Niceville Firefighter of the Year

Niceville’s firefighters voted – and in an unprecedented move – picked a young gun as firefighter of the year!
Cold Nights Spark Urgent Shelter Openings Across Okaloosa County

Cold weather shelters opened across Okaloosa County Monday night, offering safe overnight refuge for individuals, families, and seniors as temperatures fall.