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State News
Florida’s population surpasses 23.3 million for the first time ever. Only Texas has higher numeric population increase.
Florida – Recent U.S. Census Bureau data shows Florida’s population has climbed above 23.3 million, ranking it among the fastest-growing states…
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Public feedback shapes Destin’s ambitious 5-15 year vision for city development
Destin, Florida – The Town Center Master Plan, a comprehensive roadmap for the future of the city of Destin revealed…
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Okaloosa educators praise READing Paws for improving students’ reading enjoyment and skills
Okaloosa County, Florida – A wonderful educational project called READing Paws is transforming reading sessions in Okaloosa County schools into…
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High school students from Niceville make global impact with marine research presentations during recent Japan trip
Niceville, Florida – Presenting their innovative research on marine biodiversity, a team of Niceville High School students made a major…
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Okaloosa County Commissioner Carolyn Ketchel becomes the first woman to win the Mike Mitchell Award twice
Okaloosa County, Florida – Okaloosa County Commissioner Carolyn Ketchel achieved a significant milestone by receiving the prestigious Mike Mitchell Award…
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Reminder: Okaloosa County School District’s much-anticipated job fair set to take place on Monday, Dec. 16
Okaloosa County, Florida – Are you looking for a new career opportunity that combines meaningful work with excellent benefits? The…
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Another win: Florida invests over $5.6 million to protect family-owned farms from urban development
Walton County, Florida – Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson recently commended the saving of two family-owned farms via the…
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Veteran-owned PMI secures $509,000 grant to expand operations in Okaloosa County
Okaloosa County, Florida – Veteran-owned Precision Measurement Inc. (PMI), which specializes in authorized calibration and testing services, has recently received…
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HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital earns 2025 Healthgrades Orthopedic Surgery Excellence Award for top-tier care
Destin, Florida – Ranked among America’s top 100 hospitals for orthopedic surgery, HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital has received remarkable…
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Amendment 5 aims to ease property tax burdens amid surging home values in Florida
Florida – Floridians have overwhelmingly decided to approve Amendment 5, a ballot initiative tying the state’s homestead exemption to the…
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