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Memorial Parkway resurfacing begins this week in Fort Walton Beach
Fort Walton Beach, Florida – This week, construction will begin on resurfacing Memorial Parkway. The work will cover the area…
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Fort Walton Beach announces closures for Labor Day with essential services uninterrupted
Fort Walton Beach, Florida – On Monday, September 1, 2025, several city offices and facilities in Fort Walton Beach will…
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Fort Walton Beach Police passes key step in re-accreditation with zero compliance issues
Fort Walton Beach, Florida – The Fort Walton Beach Police Department has finished an important portion of its re-accreditation process.…
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Okaloosa County School District launches student-led media program to showcase school life and success
Okaloosa County, Florida – The Okaloosa County School District has started a new program to make students the stars of…
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Okaloosa County School Board renews commitment to military-connected students
Okaloosa County, Florida – The Okaloosa County School Board has reaffirmed its support for the men and women who serve…
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Destin opens registration for youth volleyball program starting August 22 for kids in kindergarten through 5th grade
Destin, Florida – The City of Destin is now accepting sign-ups for its youth volleyball program, which is for kids…
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Kids under 14 invited to compete in free catch-and-release fishing event in Destin
Destin, Florida – Young fishermen in Destin will have another chance to show off their skills when at the 27th Annual…
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Applications now open for exclusive fall sessions with city and police departments in Fort Walton Beach
Fort Walton Beach, Florida – This fall, those who live in Fort Walton Beach will have two opportunities to learn…
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Fort Walton Beach announces free curbside tire pickup in September to boost community cleanup
Fort Walton Beach, Florida – As part of its continued effort to make neighborhoods cleaner and more appealing, the City…
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Local artists invited to showcase work in Okaloosa’s 2018 Artists’ Choice Show, submission deadline is August 15
Okaloosa County, Florida – Once again, Okaloosa Public Arts is inviting local artists from all across Okaloosa County to show…
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