WordroW: November 5, 2026

Niceville Valparaiso Chamber names Skip Alford as new President and CEO

The Niceville Valparaiso Chamber of Commerce named Skip Alford its next President and CEO, succeeding Tricia Brunson, who has led the Chamber for 30 years....

Okaloosa Commissioners to pursue 12-month data center moratorium ordinance

Fort Walton Beach Police Department’s Winter Wonderland Toy Drive returns Dec. 4-5

Okaloosa to unveil second Charters of Freedom monument on Veterans Day, recognize new women veteran statues

ATHLETES OF THE WEEK: Twin brothers Caden and Connor Job help carry Fort Walton Beach’s five-man golf team to regionals

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Okaloosa election results: Half-cent sales tax renewed, School Board, city councils and more

HOW I WORK: An inside look at how Okaloosa County Tax Collector’s Justin Gordon puts faith, family and service first

WordroW: November 4, 2026

Destin council approves 50-year lease for Holiday Isle property, awaits final state signature

‘Making people happy’: The Trophy Center celebrates 50 years in Fort Walton Beach

WordroW: November 3, 2026

‘Life is a gift’: Okaloosa County lays 28 people to rest at 11th annual Lazarus Memorial Service

Destin, Bozeman in back-and-forth battle before Sharks pull out 51-48 win

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