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Okaloosa County schools set new breakfast and lunch prices for 2025–2026 school year, applications open July 9
Okaloosa County, Florida – The Okaloosa County School District has released the new rates for breakfast and lunch for the…
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Florida budget delivers major win as all five Okaloosa County priorities are fully funded totaling $7 million
Okaloosa County, Florida – After Florida’s $115 billion budget was approved and signed into law by Governor Ron DeSantis, Okaloosa…
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Fort Walton Beach Landing transforms into hub of music, fun, and community spirit on July 4 for Independence Day celebration
Fort Walton, Florida – The City of Fort Walton Beach will host its much-anticipated annual Independence Day celebration at the…
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Destin set to break ground on Tarpon Beach Gulf Front Park, expanding public beach access
Destin, Florida – This summer, a new chapter in Destin’s attempts to make public beaches more accessible will begin. Officials…
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City invites community to meet utility reps and get answers about neighborhood infrastructure work
Destin, Florida – Residents of Destin will soon be able to find out more about the underground drilling activity going on…
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Fort Walton Beach Fire Chief Jeremy Morgan retires after 25 years of dedicated service
Fort Walton Beach, Florida – Fort Walton Beach Fire Chief Jeremy Morgan is officially stepping down after 25 years of…
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Monthly coffee event aims to strengthen connection between Fort Walton Beach residents and city leaders
Fort Walton Beach, Florida – Starting this July, Fort Walton Beach residents will have a new way to get in touch…
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Okaloosa County School District highlights student-centered leadership with two new appointments
Okaloosa County, Florida – The Okaloosa County School District is starting a new chapter in its leadership with the hiring…
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Longtime HVAC business in Fort Walton Beach gets community boost through facade improvement funding
Fort Walton Beach, Florida – The City of Fort Walton Beach’s Community Redevelopment Agency has given Emerald Air Heating and…
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Fort Walton Beach senior sets new record at Incubate Debate finals in Sarasota
Okaloosa County, Florida – William Kiker, a senior at Fort Walton Beach High School, has pulled off something no other…
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