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High School Spring Football: Choctaw's offense, Niceville's defense and more questions
Spring football kicked off Monday, putting area teams on the clock for 21 days of practice, drills, intra-squad scrimmages and, ultimately, a matchup to segue into the summer. Coaches will tell you this part of the offseason is where games are won and lost come the fall. This is also where the successes and failures of 2023 are officially put in the past and where chemistry is built. ...
Destin's Week of Blessings is set to begin May 5. Here's what to know
Mark the calendar, May 5-10, for the annual Week of Blessings in Destin. New to town or never participated before? Here's what to expect. “It’s another opportunity to bless the community and serve our citizens outside the four walls of the church,” said Michelle Terry, president of the Church of Destin.
Massive fire breaks out at Tailfins Restaurant in Destin
DESTIN, Fla. (WMBB) — A popular seafood restaurant, Tailfins, caught fire Saturday. The fire started just before its scheduled lunch opening around 10:50 a.m. Emergency services rushed to the scene as flames engulfed the establishment, prompting a swift and coordinated response from 8 agencies including Destin, Fort Walton, South Walton, Okaloosa, Ocean City, and North […]
Okaloosa Technical College’s Practical Nursing Program achieves 100% pass rate….again
Okaloosa Technical College (OTC) announced that all 16 students of the 2023-2024 Practical Nursing Program class have passed the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX), earning their licensed practical nurse certification (LPN). This achievement marks another successful year for the program, which is approved by the Florida State Board of Nursing.
15 Pryor Middle School students embrace leadership roles for a day
Fifteen students at Pryor Middle School had the opportunity to step into leadership roles on Friday, April 26, 2024, as part of an initiative led by longtime educator Ms. Gloria Parish. The students, who typically wear Pryor Middle School shirts as part of their uniform, dressed up in a mix...
Preston Hood Chevrolet donates SUV to Fort Walton Beach Athletic Complex
On Wednesday, May 1, Preston Hood Chevrolet donated a new white 2024 Chevrolet Equinox SUV to the Fort Walton Beach Preston Hood Athletic Complex. The vehicle will be used by athletic complex staff to deliver equipment and supplies throughout the facility and in their community outreach efforts. “We’re honored to...
Clay travels to Choctawhatchee: Friday night flag football state quarterfinal preview
The Florida High School Athletic Association flag football playoffs move to the state quarterfinal stage Friday night. Clay (13-1) at Choctawhatchee (15-1), 7 p.m. It's a major test for the Blue Devils in the Panhandle. Choctaw, a perennial state contender, piles up huge points on an offense headlined by sophomore QB Diaris Morales (176 of 285, 2,158 yards, 34 TD, 8 INT) and receiver Morgan Grace (40 receptions, 685 yards, 18 TD). But the Blue Devils, with an ace defense that includes Shelby McClain, Cora Parker, Tatum Waugh and pass rusher Lily Kalil, have limited their opponents to 20 points all season. Choctaw is a frequent obstacle for Northeast Florida teams, eliminating Stanton in 2022 and 2023. The winner advances to a May 10 state semifinal at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' AdventHealth Training Center, where they meet an opponent to be determined after the Florida High School Athletic Association re-seeds the final four based on its ranking system.
Kentucky Derby themed mocktail idea
ALYS BEACH, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - If you’re looking to get into the Kentucky Derby spirit this weekend, a mocktail may help you do just that. Wednesday, on Newschannel 7 at 4, Tyler from “The Citizen” restaurant in Alys Beach stopped by to make us a Derby inspired mocktail.
Week 7: Green Air secures win over Kekambas in coed softball
Anthony Bartolo knocked in four runs to lead Green Air in a 17-11 win over Kekambas in the city of Destin’s Coed Softball League at Morgan Sports Center. Bartolo knocked one out of the park, connected for an inside-the-park homer, doubled and singled for four RBIs. Green Air stepped...
Reagan Magee is Miss Destin 2024
After a 40-minute deliberation by the judges, Reagan Magee was crowned Miss Destin 2024 Saturday night at Destin High School. Magee was one of 11 young ladies in the community who competed to wear the crown and sash of Miss Destin 2024 and reign over the 76th annual Destin Fishing Rodeo. The other contestants were Evie Barkocy, Ivy Bryant, Caroline Campbell, Gabriella Castaneda, Sophie Corey, Caylen Curle, Maylin Nicholson, Caroline Pitchlynn, Isabella Riggs and Kaitlyn Williams.
47-year-old man charged with drowning cat at Walton County park
WALTON COUNTY, Fla. -- A 47-year-old Freeport man was arrested after drowning a cat at a Walton County Park Wednesday evening, according to the sheriff's office. Britton Bush is charged with felony animal cruelty. The incident happened around 6 p.m. Walton County deputies and animal services were called to Grady...
Child injured during a shooting in Walton County
WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - The Walton County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting in Mossy Head that injured a child Thursday morning. Around 2 a.m. Walton County Sheriff’s Office received a call about a shooting on West Cypress Avenue. The caller told authorities that the child was injured while asleep inside the home.
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