Developer Jay Odom Sues Former Business Partner For Racketeering

Developer Jay Odom Sues Former Business Partner For Racketeering Christopher Saul September 9, 2024 1:50 pm Business, Crime, Walton County In Brief: β’Jay Odom filed a RICO lawsuit against former business partner Robert Smith, accusing him of a two-decade-long conspiracy involving fraudulent lawsuits and defamation. β’The lawsuit alleges Smith manipulated legal and government agencies to […]
A Bed 4 Me Celebrates 3,000th Delivery To Needy Child.

A Bed 4 Me, a Niceville-area non-profit, celebrated the delivery of its 3,000th bed to a child in need during a special event at 3rd Planet Brewing. The organization, which provides beds, bedding, and pillows to children living in poverty, continues to rely on community support as it looks forward to helping even more families.
These Are The Best Local Players in NCAA ’25 Football

Who are the best Okaloosa and Walton County High School Alumni in the new NCAA ’25 video game? We’ve got them right here!
Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast Family Birth Place Recognized Nationally

For the fourth year in a row, Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast has earned a place on Newsweek’s list of America’s Best Maternity Care Hospitals at the highest five-ribbon level. Based on nationwide online surveys, medical key performance indicators, and patient satisfaction data, this distinction highlights facilities that excel in providing exceptional care to mothers, newborns, and their families. Sacred Heart’s facilities have also participated in Florida’s first postpartum wristband initiative, renewed their Baby-Friendly designation, and house the only NICU serving Walton and Okaloosa counties. The Sacred Heart health system has also been named one of the top 15 health systems in the country for 2024 by Fortune and PINC AI.
Okaloosa County Gets Damage Recap After Storm

Residents of Okaloosa County were jolted awake early this morning as a powerful storm system unleashed its fury across the region. With winds reaching speeds of up to 70 mph and lightning illuminating the sky, the community found itself grappling with the aftermath of nature’s wrath.
NWFSC Launches Entrepreneurship Program For High Schoolers

Northwest Florida State College introduces the ELM Youth Program, providing high school students in Okaloosa and Walton counties with opportunities in entrepreneurship, leadership, and mentorship. Designed for rising juniors and seniors, the program offers workshops, community engagement, and a focus on building future leaders.
Fire in Villa Tasso Claims Life of Dog

firefighters from Walton County Fire Rescue and Eglin Air Force Base Fire & Emergency Services worked together to rescue a person trapped in a burning home. Despite challenging conditions, they managed to reach the victim and provide life-saving assistance.
Florida SR 285 Crash Kills One, Injures Two More

Heart-wrenching news from Walton County as a fatal head-on collision on SR 285 claims one life and injures two.
Bennett Indicted on Murder Charges Stemming From Missing Persons Report in 2021

Chilling indictment in Walton County! Shawn Richard Bennett faces charges of First Degree Murder and Robbery with a Firearm.