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FDOT prepares to launch a $4 million Destin resurfacing project aimed at improving traffic flow and long-term safety
Destin, Florida – The Florida Department of Transportation is getting ready to start a big resurfacing project in the Destin…
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Okaloosa County leaders approve major partnerships to fund deployment of the historic ocean liner as a premier diving destination
Okaloosa County, Florida – Okaloosa County is making a big move toward a historic regional project that might change tourism…
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New infrastructure project will close sections of Jefferson Place as crews replace aging water and sewer lines
Fort Walton Beach, Florida – The City of Fort Walton Beach is getting ready to start another important infrastructure project:…
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Fort Walton Beach firefighters prepare to launch the annual Santa’s Firehouse Cruz-Thru Toy Drive to support local families in need
Fort Walton Beach, Florida – The holiday joy is already in the air at Fort Walton Beach, where firefighters are…
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Fort Walton Beach releases updated holiday schedule to balance sanitation services with time off for workers
Fort Walton Beach, Florida – Fort Walton Beach city officials have announced the new holiday schedule for picking up trash,…
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Okaloosa County School District seeks new bus drivers with paid training and hiring bonuses up to $2,400
Okaloosa County, Florida – The Okaloosa County School District is encouraging community members to come to its Bus Driver Job Fair…
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Fort Walton Beach schedules next Community Code Compliance Sweep for November 13
Fort Walton Beach, Florida – The next Community Code Compliance Sweep in Fort Walton Beach will take place on Thursday,…
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City of Fort Walton Beach calls for volunteers to assist seniors and disabled residents with yard maintenance on Nov. 15-16
Fort Walton Beach, Florida – Fort Walton Beach is once more turning the enthusiasm of the community into action. The…
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Okaloosa County to unveil two new Women Veterans Monuments at Veterans Day ceremony
Okaloosa County, Florida – This Veterans Day, Okaloosa County will celebrate military veterans with a special event that focuses on…
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JetBlue to launch nonstop flights from Boston and New York to Destin–Fort Walton Beach in March 2026
Destin, Florida – JetBlue announced that new nonstop flights to Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS) will start on March 5, 2026,…
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