Okaloosa School District names Donna Kelley as Pineview School principal
The Okaloosa County School District has appointed Donna Kelley, longtime principal of Northwood Elementary, to lead Pineview School.
Okaloosa School Board approves $5.1 Million turf project for four high schools
No more ruts, mud, or game delays — Okaloosa County is going all-in on turf. The School Board just approved a $5.1 million project to replace grass fields at four high schools. Here’s why district leaders say the change will make fields safer and more sustainable.
Everything You Need To Know About Niceville’s School Zone Cameras
Niceville’s speed cameras are back on for the school year, enforcing different speed limits throughout the school day and issuing $100 tickets to drivers over the threshold.
Okaloosa Schools Release Bus Schedules for 2025-6 School Year
Okaloosa County School District has released their bus schedules for the upcoming school year.
Annual ‘Stuff the Bus’ School Supply Drive returns in Okaloosa County
Okaloosa County is gearing up for its annual “Stuff the Bus” school supply drive on Aug. 2 to help local students in need.
Cigarettes, French Fries, and the Kids are Alright
What do smoking bans and school lunch french fries have in common? Just ask the middle schoolers who debated it with a retired fighter pilot.
Okaloosa County School District looks to cut costs as budget deliberations begin
Okaloosa school leaders unveiled a balanced but trimmed-down budget focused on staffing changes and capital reallocation to manage ongoing financial pressure without cutting school-level resources.
William Kiker Wins Second National Debate Title
William Kiker Wins Second National Debate Title Staff Reports June 4, 2025 10:35 am Fort Walton Beach, Okaloosa County, Schools and Education In Brief: 🎓 Fort Walton Beach High School senior William Kiker has made national history by winning the Incubate Debate National Championship for the second time — the first student to ever do […]
Law Enforcement Works Together, Rescues Lost Boy on Eglin Range
Dozens of first responders searched land, air, and water—then came the moment they all hoped for: a missing 7-year-old boy was found alive deep in the creeks of Rocky Bayou.
Amber Burke Named Top AFJROTC Instructor in Nation
Amber Burke Named Top AFJROTC Instructor in Nation Staff Reports June 2, 2025 12:33 pm Uncategorized In Brief: 🏆 SMSgt Amber Burke of Fort Walton Beach High School earned national recognition as the 2025 Overall Air Force/Space Force Outstanding Instructor of the Year for her leadership in AFJROTC. She also took home the Region 2 […]
