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.
Jack Schlechter Appointed to First Judicial Circuit Court
Gov. Ron DeSantis appointed Judge Jack Schlechter to the First Judicial Circuit Court, filling a vacancy created by Judge Bergosh’s retirement. Schlechter has served as an Okaloosa County judge since 2022 and previously worked as a prosecutor and private attorney.
All Sports Association to Host 56th Annual Award Banquet
The 56th Annual All Sports Association Awards Banquet, featuring keynote speaker Urban Meyer, will honor athletes and support local charities on February 21, 2025, at Northwest Florida State College.
Former Florida Coach Meyer to Headline All Sports Banquet
The All Sports Association has announced that Urban Meyer, the three-time national champion college football coach, will be the guest speaker at its 56th Annual All Sports Awards Banquet on February 21, 2025. This event celebrates athletes and community leaders who support youth sports, with awards like the Wuerffel Trophy, Colonel Al Byrne Award, and Taylor Haugen Trophy.
