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City of Fort Walton Beach joins Keep Okaloosa Beautiful for one hour downtown litter sweep this weekend
Fort Walton Beach, Florida – Volunteers in Fort Walton Beach will gather early Saturday morning for a one-hour roadside cleanup…
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Destin launches Park and Play system to modernize parking across Harbor and Beach Districts
Destin, Florida – The City of Destin has put in place a new paid parking system that is meant to…
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Community workshop in Destin highlights how a single oyster can filter up to 50 gallons of water daily
Destin, Florida – In Destin, spring cleanup is taking on a different meaning this year. Rather than focusing only on…
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Third alarm response mobilizes 35 firefighters as intense blaze tears through Rent-A-Center at Choctaw Plaza in Fort Walton Beach
Fort Walton Beach, Florida – Flames and thick smoke poured from a storefront at Choctaw Plaza on Monday night as…
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City of Fort Walton Beach invites artists to transform 25 fire hydrants into patriotic landmarks celebrating America’s 250th birthday across city streets
Fort Walton Beach, Florida – The City of Fort Walton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency is asking local artists to assist…
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Okaloosa County and Fort Walton Beach seek engaged resident to join Affordable Housing Advisory Committee and help tackle mounting housing challenges
Okaloosa County, Florida – Leaders in Okaloosa County are inviting residents to step forward and help shape the future of…
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Destin Community Center unveils five-day spring break camp from March 16-20 for children ages 5 to 12
Destin, Florida – Families planning ahead for spring break will soon have an option designed to keep children active, creative,…
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Fort Walton Beach Tennis Center plans three day spring break camp for all ages and all skill levels
Fort Walton Beach, Florida – Families looking for a fun way to keep their kids busy over the upcoming school…
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Fort Walton Beach announces spring Bunny Hop Trail for families and children
Fort Walton Beach, Florida – Families in Fort Walton Beach are being invited to mark their calendars for a spring…
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Shalimar Library & Thrift Shop donates $3,000 to support students at local elementary school
Okaloosa County, Florida – On Thursday, February 12, school leaders and community members came together at Shalimar Elementary School to…
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