Crestview City Council extends city clerk’s performance plan after split vote
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After months of tension over leadership and communication at City Hall, the Crestview City Council narrowly voted to keep City Clerk Maryanne Girard under review instead of terminating her contract.
Okaloosa County audit reveals $850K in transit overpayment, sparks reform
A new audit shows Okaloosa County overpaid its bus contractor by more than $850,000 over six years. What went wrong, and how is the county fixing it? Read the full report and see what this means for local taxpayers.
Fort Walton Beach Charter Review Commission finalizes report, sends suggestions to City Council
The Fort Walton Beach Charter Review Committee has finalized and forwarded sweeping charter amendments to City Council for consideration at its Sept. 30 meeting.
Okaloosa County approves $824K PAWS contract, considers in-house animal control
Okaloosa County secures another year of animal control services with PAWS — but commissioners are already planning for a future where the county takes the reins.
Okaloosa County unveils $687M budget, millage stays flat while property taxes go up
Despite an unchanged millage rate for Okaloosa County, residents should expect to pay more due to rising property taxes.
Robert J Guidry Pleaded Guilty to Paying a Bribe. Now, He’s The Top Donor In Okaloosa County 2024 Election Campaigns
Louisiana businessman Robert J ‘Bobby’ Guidry pleaded guilty to bribing a governor for a riverboat gambling license in the 90s. Now, he’s spending money in Okaloosa County Elections. Why?
OKALOOSA COUNTY: Your Water And Sewer Rates Just Went Up Unexpectedly
A unanimous vote by the Okaloosa County Board on Tuesday means county water users will see an unexpected increase in their monthly water bill starting in October.
Butts Out On The Beach – With One Exception
You read that right – no more smoking or vaping allowed on Okaloosa County public beaches or in county parks moving forward.
