Kristen Shell named Okaloosa County’s next Growth Management Director
Kristen Shell, a veteran planner with over two decades of experience in Northwest Florida, has been unanimously confirmed as Okaloosa County’s new Growth Management Director.
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.
Grant Helps Kiwanis Deliver Hope to Foster Kids
Grant Helps Kiwanis Deliver Hope to Foster Kids Staff Reports May 26, 2025 8:55 am Uncategorized In Brief: A $3,000 grant from NextEra Energy Foundation will help the Kiwanis Foundation of Niceville-Valparaiso expand its Bags of Hope program. The initiative provides duffel bags with essential items to foster children across four Northwest Florida counties. With […]
Governor Appoints Zack Smith to UWF Board of Trustees
Governor Ron DeSantis has appointed Pensacola native Zack Smith to the University of West Florida Board of Trustees, providing the board with local legal expertise. Smith serves as Senior Legal Fellow and Manager of the Supreme Court and Appellate Advocacy Program at The Heritage Foundation, an American conservative think tank based in Washington, D.C. He also serves as a […]
Gaetz’s Explicit AI Images Bill Clears Hurdle in Senate
A Florida Senate bill seeks to crack down on AI-generated explicit images—could this law change digital privacy rights?
Northwest Florida HVAC Company Announces Termination of Employee After Social Media Firestorm Over Homophobic Comments
A viral TikTok controversy has put a Northwest Florida HVAC company in crisis mode—here’s how the owner is responding to the flood of backlash.
The Florida Bar Acknowledges Investigation of Matt Gaetz
What’s next for former Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz? A Florida Bar investigation, a congressional replacement race, and a potential run for governor in 2026.
OPINION: This is the Trend That Could Lead to An Upset in the Fl-1 House Special Election
Florida’s January special election is breaking trends—with mail-in ballots hitting record lows. What’s behind the dip, and why does Escambia stand out?
Candidate for Florida State House District Three Jamie Wells Talks Policy and Priorities
Jamie Wells, a 24-year Army veteran, outlines his priorities for Florida House District 3, focusing on insurance reform, infrastructure growth, mental health resources, and veteran care in his campaign for state representative.
Emerald Coast Public Relations Foundation Offers $1,000 Scholarships
The Emerald Coast Public Relations Foundation is awarding $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors in Okaloosa, Walton, and Santa Rosa counties pursuing degrees in public relations, communications, marketing, or journalism, with applications due March 17, 2025.
