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Destin to temporarily close Beach Drive for major culvert reconstruction project
Destin, Florida – Construction work tied to a city infrastructure project is set to begin later this month. This will…
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Destin prepares for 39th Holiday on the Harbor Lighted Boat Parade on December 14
Destin, Florida – The annual illuminated boat parade is coming back to the port on Sunday, December 14 at 6…
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FWB Growth Management director transforms unused office into glowing miniature holiday town open for the public to see
Fort Walton Beach, Florida – This holiday season, people who live in Fort Walton Beach who pass through City Hall will…
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Families in Fort Walton Beach invited to explore 113-year-old schoolhouse decorated for the holiday season
Fort Walton Beach, Florida – The City of Fort Walton Beach Heritage Park & Cultural Center is getting ready for…
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FDOT to host public hearing on “Around the Mound” plan aimed at easing U.S. 98 congestion
Fort Walton Beach, Florida – The Florida Department of Transportation is getting ready to get feedback from the public next…
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Nearly 80 juniors and seniors navigate adult responsibilities through hands-on simulation
Okaloosa County, Florida – This week, some students at Choctawhatchee High School got a firsthand look at how much it…
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Destin opens nominations for annual Christmas Holiday Decorations Contest as lights begin to glow
Destin, Florida – As homeowners, businesses, and local groups get ready for the annual Christmas Holiday Decorations Contest, the holiday…
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Fort Walton Beach Fire Department launches Santa’s Firehouse Cruz Thru Toy Drive to brighten holidays for local children
Fort Walton Beach, Florida – The Fort Walton Beach Fire Department’s annual Santa’s Firehouse Cruz-Thru Toy Drive will make the…
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Fort Walton Beach joins Florida’s 100 Percent Club after fully training staff to detect human trafficking
Fort Walton Beach, Florida – The City of Fort Walton Beach has made a big step forward in the fight…
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Fort Walton Beach prepares to launch Christmas Parade with festive Zoo Animals theme on December 1
Fort Walton Beach, Florida – Fort Walton Beach will be all about the holidays as the community gets ready for…
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