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Graphic promoting the March 1 deadline to apply for 2026 property tax exemptions through the Okaloosa County Property Appraiser’s Office.

New property tax exemption applications must be filed by March 1

January 12, 2026

NICEVILLE, Fla. — Property owners in Okaloosa County who are filing for property tax exemptions for the first time must submit their applications by…

A City Hall sign in Niceville, Florida, displayed on a brick structure surrounded by greenery in front of a government building.

City of Niceville warns of scam emails impersonating planning department

January 8, 2026

The Lannie L. Corbin Municipal Complex sign at City Hall in Niceville, Florida, surrounded by landscaped flower beds.

Niceville recognizes 2025 Employees of the Year for service and dedication

January 6, 2026

A newly resurfaced basketball court with Okaloosa County branding and updated hoop at Brigadier General Bud Day Park in Mary Esther.

New pickleball courts, pavilion part of Bud Day Park upgrades

January 5, 2026

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Juvenile bald eagle standing alert inside a transport crate after being rescued at Eglin Air Force Base.

Two juvenile bald eagles rescued after fishing lure entanglement at Eglin

January 14, 2026

EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. — Two juvenile bald eagles tangled together by a barbed fishing lure were rescued and released back into the…

Flyer advertising a National Jamboree pancake breakfast fundraiser for Niceville Scout troops.

Niceville Scout troops plan pancake breakfast fundraiser February 21

January 13, 2026

Nighttime pavement striping underway for a newly paved section of roadway in Okaloosa County, Florida.

FDOT traffic advisory outlines lane closures in Okaloosa, Walton counties

January 11, 2026

Representatives from Café Thirty-A and Caring and Sharing of South Walton hold a ceremonial check for $90,905 outside the restaurant in Seagrove Beach.

Café Thirty-A Christmas Charity Ball marks 30 years, raises $90,905

January 9, 2026

SCHOOL NEWS

Group gathered outside Ruckel Middle School beneath the Dr Ginny Morgan Cafetorium sign

Ruckel Middle honors former principal with cafetorium dedication

December 18, 2025

NICEVILLE, Fla. — Ruckel Middle School has officially dedicated its newly named cafetorium in honor of a former principal whose decades of service left…

Group photo of Dr Belinda Small surrounded by colleagues and supporters at an Okaloosa County School Board meeting.

Destin Middle principal Dr Belinda Small moves into OCSD leadership

December 11, 2025

Lindsey Smith smiling in front of a graphic announcing her as the 2026 Bill Montford Administrator of the Year.

Fort Walton Beach principal wins 2026 state administrator award

December 11, 2025

Group photo of educators, staff, and supporters gathered around newly appointed Ruckel Middle School Assistant Principal Damian Sotelo during an Okaloosa County School District event.

Ruckel Middle School welcomes assistant principal Damian Sotelo

December 10, 2025

Deer Moss Creek® advertisement by Ruckel Properties, Inc. promoting available homes and lots.

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LOCAL MILITARY NEWS

Two juvenile bald eagles rescued after fishing lure entanglement at Eglin

January 14, 2026

EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. — Two juvenile bald eagles tangled together by a barbed fishing lure were rescued and released back into the…

Air Force service member conducts push-ups during a physical fitness test inside a gym.

Updated Air Force fitness tests to impact Eglin personnel

January 8, 2026

New Air Force shaving guidance affects medical exemptions

December 17, 2025

U.S. Air Force Col. Brian Taylor places a wreath at Beale Memorial Cemetery during the 2025 Wreaths Across America ceremony.

Fort Walton Beach ceremony honors more than 2,000 veterans

December 17, 2025

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Niceville Scout troops plan pancake breakfast fundraiser February 21

January 13, 2026

NICEVILLE, Fla. — A pancake breakfast fundraiser is planned in Niceville to support local Scouts…

Promotional graphic for Restaurant Paradis’ 10th annual Prohibition Repeal Dinner in Rosemary Beach.

Prohibition Repeal Wine Dinner returns for 10th year on Saturday

January 9, 2026

Arbor Day Celebration graphic promoting the City of Niceville event on January 23, 2026.

Niceville to celebrate Arbor Day with tree giveaway, education event

January 7, 2026

Poster for Niceville High School Theatre’s production of “Six: Teen Edition,” featuring colorful crowns and show title.

High-energy musical “Six: Teen Edition” set for NHS stage

January 5, 2026

Promotional flyer for the CDLC Scholarship Niceville Pop-Up Market scheduled for January 17, 2026

CDLC Scholarship Pop-Up Market set for Jan. 17 at Niceville Community Center

January 5, 2026

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Two juvenile bald eagles rescued after fishing lure entanglement at Eglin

January 14, 2026

EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. — Two juvenile bald eagles tangled together by a barbed fishing lure were rescued and released back into the…

A black bear stands atop a jet blast deflector fence at the Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport during foggy conditions on Christmas Day.

Christmas Day bear climbs jet blast fence at Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport

December 31, 2025

A Florida black bear standing on sandy ground with brush in the background.

State reports 52 bears harvested under new black bear hunt rules

December 31, 2025

Seasonal fishing closures take effect Jan. 1 in Gulf and Atlantic

December 29, 2025

Aerial view of the newly acquired waterfront property in Destin beside existing condominiums.

Okaloosa commissioner to host town hall on Holiday Isle park plans

December 29, 2025

FDOT seeks public input on U.S. 90 shared-use trail project

January 14, 2026

HOLT, Fla. — The Florida Department of Transportation will host a hybrid public meeting next month to gather input on a proposed U.S. 90…

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