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By Barbara Palmgren Banks, restaurants and shops, oh my! Our town is certainly thriving, and I’m excited to introduce another new addition to the community. The...

“Out here, there’s time.” Florida Gulf Coast campaign asks boaters to "go slow for those below” 1 in 4 sea turtles found dead or injured...

By Mary Fomby The Gulfarium CARE Center is proud to announce the tremendous success of its annual CARE on the Coast TurtleFest, held Saturday, April...

By Lori Leath Miller For many in Fort Walton Beach, Norriego Point has long been more than just a spot across the bridge in Destin....

Okaloosa County’s tourism team with Destin-Fort Walton Beach is excited to announce its continued environmental efforts through a collaboration with the Yamaha Rightwaters initiative....

From academic championships and national literacy honors to award-winning science projects and student art showcases, Okaloosa County schools continue to shine on the state...

Longtime educator Michelle Harris was surprised with a new home air conditioning system on April 16 during a Mary Esther Elementary School faculty meeting,...

If you’ve spent any time around Fort Walton Beach, you’ve likely ended up at Rick’s Crab Trap at some point. It’s a place people...

After much anticipation, the new Smoothie King at 3 Eglin Parkway in Fort Walton Beach is now open! The Brenan family has been waiting for...

Memorial Day weekend officially launches the summer entertainment season across Fort Walton Beach, Okaloosa Island and Destin, and 2026 is packed with concerts, fireworks,...