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Multiple shark incidents reported in Walton County
WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Three women are recovering Friday evening after being bitten by a shark while in South Walton County. The two incidents happened 4 miles and 90 minutes apart. Around 1 p.m. Friday afternoon, Walton County first responders rushed to the scene of a shark-related incident. A 45-year-old woman was swimming with […]
Heavy presence of bull sharks reported in Panama City Beach
PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - After the string of shark bites in the gulf off the coast of Walton County on Friday, authorities in surrounding areas are keeping an eye on the water. Saturday morning, officials with the Panama City Beach Department along with the Bay County Sheriff’s Office...
Walton County kids dive into Junior Lifeguard Program
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Today, more than 200 kids had the opportunity to swim, race, and rescue each other in the Gulf as part of the South Walton Fire Department’s junior lifeguard program. The camp, held at Ed Walline beach access in Santa Rosa Beach, attracted participants ranging from ages nine to 16.
Niceville Public Library celebrates 50 years of service
The Niceville Public Library is commemorating its 50th anniversary, marking a significant milestone in its history of serving the community. The library first opened its doors on June 8, 1974, and has since played an essential role in fostering community, learning, and engagement for the residents of Niceville. Sheila Bishop,...
Here’s a look at the candidates who have pre-filed for 2024 Okaloosa County elections
As of May 30th, several candidates have pre-filed to run in the 2024 Okaloosa County elections for various positions, including County Commissioner, School Board, and City Council seats in Crestview and Destin. In the race for County Commissioner, District 1, Paul Mixon (incumbent) and De’Carlo Garcia have pre-filed. The...
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