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Okaloosa County declares November 20 as National Education Support Professionals Day to honor school staff
Okaloosa County, Florida – Celebrating the unsung heroes who maintain the smooth running of the educational system, the Okaloosa County…
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Destin’s annual Christmas Parade celebrates its 40th anniversary with a nostalgic “Flashback to 1984” theme
Destin, Florida – With its annual Christmas Parade, set for Saturday, December 14, at 10 a.m., Destin is poised to…
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Destin and the whole area should expect more Michigan visitors as Allegiant connects Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport with Flint Bishop International Airport
Destin, Florida – Those looking for an affordable getaway to Florida now have an interesting new choice from Michigan. Beginning…
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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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