Stories by Staff Reporters
Stories by Staff Reporters
School District and partners to host free registration event
January 12, 2026
The Okaloosa County School District, in partnership with the Okaloosa Public Schools Foundation and the Early Learning Coalition of the Emerald Coast, invites families to a free Kindergarten and Voluntary Prekindergarten Registration Family Movie Afternoon on Sunday, Feb. 1, at Regal Cinemas Santa Rosa, 300 Mary Esther Blvd.
1973 homicide case closed by death of offender
January 7, 2026
Nineteen-year-old Debra Espey was a quiet, sweet, all-American girl, Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office officials said Tuesday in a news release.
Driver from Baker hits pedestrian
January 5, 2026
A 29-year-old man from Brewton, Alabama was seriously injured on Sunday night in north Santa Rosa County after being struck by a pickup truck driven by a 26-year-old man from Baker.
Help Neighbors and Celebrate an Energy-Efficient Holiday
December 18, 2025
Tips to Save Energy All Season Long and a Chance to Win Holiday Energy-Efficiency Kits for 80 Floridians
HOW TO PREPARE YOUR LAWN FOR WINTER
December 18, 2025
Skip Orth has been in the lawn service business for over 25 years, he is the author of the book “What Every Home Owner Along The Emerald Coast Needs To Know About Lawn Care,” he has authored several articles and holds frequent workshops on the topic of lawn care in the local area.
The growing season is over. Here are a few things that you need to be aware of to keep your lawn healthy into winter.
Scores of redfish have a new home in Cinco Bayou
December 17, 2025
Destin-Fort Walton Beach, in collaboration with the Coastal Conservation Association Florida, released 25,000 juvenile redfish into Cinco Bayou on Tuesday.
Texas man’s phone is reportedly filled with child pornography
December 16, 2025
After being served with a warrant by the Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office, county jail inmate Rogelio De La Cruz Rosquero, 25, of Fort Worth, Texas, was arrested on Monday for allegedly storing hundreds of images and videos of child pornography on his cellphone.
Applicants for Bullard’s seat have a Jan. 2 deadline
December 16, 2025
The city of Crestview is seeking applicants to fill the seat that will soon be vacated by City Councilor Ryan Bullard.
Shoot your shot at Element Training Complex
December 11, 2025
Element Training Complex is Northwest Florida’s premier shooting range and training facility with practical solutions to thrill and challenge any shooter. The largest in the area, their outdoor range measures 205 acres, and their longest shot is 1,050 yards.
Baron’s Fine Jewelry & Gifts: Every Piece Tells a Love Story
December 4, 2025
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