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One dead, one hospitalized after violent afternoon in typically peaceful Fort Walton Beach neighborhood
Fort Walton Beach, Florida – A local man in the Sylvania Heights area of Fort Walton Beach died from gun violence on…
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Over 2,000 student artworks showcased at annual Okaloosa County district art celebration
Okaloosa County, Florida – The annual celebration of student creativity and creative accomplishment, the 2025 K-12 Student Art Show, was…
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Public meeting on April 30 offers Okaloosa County residents chance to shape future disaster resilience strategies
Okaloosa County, Florida – Okaloosa County, along with Jacobs Engineering, is encouraging its citizens to attend the second public meeting…
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Second Chance Month marks Okaloosa County’s investment in rehabilitation and safer communities
Okaloosa County, Florida – Okaloosa County has officially designated April 2025 “Second Chance Month,” a major step toward rehabilitation and community…
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Five Niceville, Choctawhatchee, and Fort Walton Beach cadets recognized for academic and military promise
Okaloosa County, Florida – Five high school cadets from the Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) have been honored for…
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Young dancers invited to late-April audition for elite ballet-academic program in Okaloosa County schools
Okaloosa County, Florida – In cooperation with the Okaloosa County School District, the Northwest Florida Ballet Académie is excited to…
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Okaloosa County residents invited to free hurricane expo with safety tips, food trucks, and expert advice on May 3
Okaloosa County, Florida – The excitement is growing as Okaloosa County prepares for its second annual “Florida’s Greatest Hurricane Preparedness…
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Community reception set to connect Fort Walton Beach residents with city manager candidates on April 17
Fort Walton Beach, Florida – Next week on Thursday, April 17, Fort Walton Beach residents will get to know and engage…
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Fort Walton Beach gears up for family fun with Bunny Hop Trail and Construction Junction events this weekend
Fort Walton Beach, Florida – With two interesting community activities designed for families and children, Fort Walton Beach this weekend…
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City of Destin enforces billboard ban to preserve scenic views and community character
Destin, Florida – The city of Destin removed a billboard near the base of the Destin Bridge on April 9.…
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