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Georgia man arrested in Okaloosa County for allegedly smuggling two Mexican nationals
Okaloosa County, Florida – In an incident early Friday morning, a Georgia man was arrested by Okaloosa County deputies for…
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Niceville and Fort Walton Beach High Schools earn a spot on the 2024 AP School Honor Roll for academic excellence
Okaloosa County, Florida – The Okaloosa County School District is celebrating a significant milestone as Niceville High School and Fort…
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Okaloosa County Schools integrate VR to offer a cutting-edge, interactive educational experience
Okaloosa County, Florida – The Okaloosa County School District (OCSD) has started a new Virtual Reality (VR) initiative meant to…
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Local, state, and federal green lights propel SS United States toward new maritime chapter
Destin, Florida – The legendary SS United States is redefining its path toward an exciting future that combines history, marine…
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City of Destin announces six-week building activity part of Utility Underground Conversion Project
Destin, Florida – The City of Destin announced that it’s starting another phase of the major project known as the Utility…
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Governor DeSantis names experienced local Brad Embry as Okaloosa County’s next Clerk and Comptroller
Okaloosa County, Florida – Governor Ron DeSantis announced today that Brad Embry would be appointed Okaloosa County Clerk of the…
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Local artists and vendors invited to participate in Navarre Beach Farmers & Makers Markets on November 16 and 30
Navarre, Florida – With two unique Farmers & Makers Markets scheduled for November 16 and November 30, Windjammers on the…
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Fort Walton Beach and Navarre residents invited to safely dispose of medications during “Crush the Crisis” event on October 26
Fort Walton Beach, Florida – Working with HCA Florida Navarre Emergency, HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital is getting ready to…
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Publix prepares for grand opening in Destin on October 30, offering a variety of specialty departments and convenient services
Destin, Florida – The local community is excited as the new Publix store on Main Street is getting ready for a…
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Okaloosa County schools partner with The Nutrition Group to provide free lunches for kindergarteners over three days
Okaloosa County, Florida – Working with The Nutrition Group, the Okaloosa County School District is thrilled to offer a special…
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