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Health advisory issued for Lincoln Park in Valparaiso

The Okaloosa Health Department has issued a water quality health advisory for Lincoln Park in Valparaiso, warning against water-related activities at the site because of high bacteria levels. The park is located at 1220 N. Bayshore Drive. According to DOH-Okaloosa, tests completed Wednesday, Nov. 4, showed the water quality at...

Valparaiso, FL · 2d
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8 Okaloosa County restaurants get perfect scores in state inspections

You can use the database to search by county or by restaurant name . Florida's restaurant owners are not required to post restaurant inspection results where guests can see them. So every week, we provide that information for you. For a complete list of local restaurant inspections, including violations not requiring warnings or administrative action, visit our Okaloosa County restaurant inspections site . Here's the breakdown for recent health inspections in Okaloosa County, Florida, for the week of Nov. 2-8, 2026. Please note that some more recent, follow-up inspections may not be included here. Disclaimer: The Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation describes an inspection report as a 'snapshot' of conditions present at the time of the inspection. On any given day, an establishment may have fewer or more violations than noted in their most recent inspection. An inspection conducted on any given day may not be representative of the overall, long-term conditions at the establishment. For full restaurant inspection details, visit our Okaloosa County restaurant inspection site . Which Okaloosa County restaurants got perfect scores on their health inspections? These restaurants met all standards during their Nov. 2-8 inspections and no violations were found. Freedom Dogz LLC ,

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Fort Walton Beach man killed in shooting, no criminal charges being filed

Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from Nov. 6, 2026 FORT WALTON BEACH, Fla. (WKRG) — A Fort Walton Beach man has died after he was shot Friday afternoon; however, no criminal charges are being filed. According to a Fort Walton Beach Police Department news release, officers were called to the Seaside Towing […]

Fort Walton Beach, FL · 1d

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Don't want to cook on Thanksgiving? These Okaloosa County spots are open

Several restaurants in the Destin and Fort Walton Beach area will be open on Thanksgiving Day. Many establishments will offer traditional Thanksgiving buffets or plated dinners with turkey and sides. In addition to holiday menus, some restaurants will also serve their regular menus or offer seafood options. Prices for Thanksgiving...

Okaloosa County, FL · 4h
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Several Okaloosa County roads to close ahead of Mary Esther Veterans Day Parade

Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from Nov. 9, 2026 OKALOOSA COUNTY, Fla. (WKRG) — Multiple Okaloosa County roads will be closing temporarily ahead of the City of Mary Esther Veterans Day Parade on Wednesday, Nov. 11. According to an Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office news release, the roads that will close include southbound […]

Okaloosa County, FL · 1d

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New Aldi store coming to Destin this December

A new Aldi grocery store is scheduled to open in Destin this December. The store will be located in the former Winn Dixie building at 98 Palms. Aldi plans to hire between 15 and 20 employees for the new location. With signage along U.S. 98 and now on the building,...

Destin, FL · 17h

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Okaloosa County offering up to $10,000 in housing assistance after Hurricane Isaias

Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from Nov. 10, 2026 OKALOOSA COUNTY, Fla. (WKRG) — The Okaloosa Board of County Commissioners said the county’s Housing Department is preparing disaster recovery housing assistance for those eligible after Hurricane Isaias. According to the news release, the assistance will be for eligible homeowners and households that […]

Okaloosa County, FL · 16h

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Three women at Walton County Jail graduate from heavy equipment program

WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Three women at the Walton County Jail have graduated from a heavy equipment training program designed to help them prepare for life after incarceration. The women completed the six-week program on Nov. 4, according to the Walton County Sheriff’s Office. During the training, they gained...

Walton County, FL · 1d

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South Walton Live Music Scene November 2026

Sounds of Seaside returns to the Seaside Amphitheatre Wednesdays from 5-7 p.m. A free to attend and open to all ages event, bring blankets and chairs and enjoy an evening of live music from local musicians. November 18: Roman Street. November 25: Boukou Groove. December 2: Roman Street. December 9:...

Destin, FL · 2d

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Crestview man pleads guilty to federal drug charges

Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from Nov. 9, 2026 CRESTVIEW, Fla. (WKRG) — A Crestview man has pleaded guilty to federal drug charges, according to U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Florida John P. Heekin. John Martin Elmore, 37, pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to distribute more than 50 […]

Crestview, FL · 1d

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CROSS COUNTRY: Niceville girls win 4A district title, Rocky Bayou’s Ferguson takes 1A crown + more

Niceville’s girls won the Class 4A, District 1 championship on a tiebreaker, leading a strong round of district results for area cross country programs that also included an individual title for Rocky Bayou’s Dominic Ferguson and a runner-up finish for the Fort Walton Beach girls. Area teams competed...

Niceville, FL · 1d

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Florida man forfeits ancient artifacts after customs inspection at Pensacola airport

Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from Nov. 6, 2026 PENSACOLA, Fla. (WKRG) — A Miramar Beach man has forfeited numerous foreign antiquities, some dating back thousands of years, and the money he made from selling them, after a customs inspection at the Pensacola International Airport. According to a Department of Justice news […]

Pensacola, FL · 1d

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Storms could not stop these Destin Fishing Rodeo pros

The 78th annual Destin Fishing Rodeo awarded over 200 anglers, mates, and captains despite weather interruptions. This year marked the first time in 13 years that red snapper was an eligible fish, becoming the most caught species. Six captains were named Captain of the Year across various divisions for accumulating...

Destin, FL · 1d

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Fort Walton Beach announces Veterans Day ceremony and city closures as city prepares to honor more than 2,000 fallen veterans on Nov. 11

Fort Walton Beach, Florida – Fort Walton Beach will mark Veterans Day with flags at more than 2,000 veterans’ graves and a community ceremony at Beal Memorial Cemetery. Residents attending can bring a small bouquet to help build a shared tribute to those buried there. The observance falls...

Fort Walton Beach, FL · 1d

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Woman, three dogs escape camper fire in Walton County

WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - A woman and her three dogs escaped a camper fire in the Eucheeanna Valley community, according to Walton County Fire Rescue. Firefighters were dispatched to Gilreath Lane at 10:35 a.m. after a camper fire was reported. Engine 8 arrived three minutes later and found the camper fully engulfed in flames, the agency said.

Walton County, FL · 19h

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LIST: Veterans Day events across Northwest Florida

Several events are planned across Northwest Florida for Veterans Day on Wednesday. See our list here:. Time: 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Route: Starts around Spring and Main streets (or Garden/Spring streets) in downtown Pensacola and finishes at Veterans Memorial Park. Hosted by the Gulf Coast Veterans Advocacy Council,...

Escambia County, FL · 1d

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Cheapest gas stations in Crestview

Stacker compiled a list of the cheapest gas stations in Crestview using data from Gas Buddy. Gas stations are ranked by the lowest regular fuel price. - Address: 735 Mlk Jr. Blvd, Fort Walton Beach, FL. - Price: $3.29. #2. Casey's (tie) - Address: 91 Beal Parkway, Fort Walton Beach,...

Crestview, FL · 1d

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Football playoff preview: Breaking down the brackets for six area teams

It’s playoff time for high school football in the area. Six local teams made the big dance, but their paths to Miami vary. Here’s a look at each bracket. St. Thomas Aquinas (Fort Lauderdale) Columbus (Miami) West Boca Raton. Chaminade-Madonna (Hollywood) Lakeland. Central (Miami) Raines (Jacksonville) Venice. Class...

Fort Walton Beach, FL · 2d

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Local nonprofits are helping to restore tree canopy after Hurricane Isaias

After Hurricane Isaias slammed the Panhandle last month, it took countless trees in the area. Two local nonprofits are working to assess and help restore the tree canopy. Mary Gutierrez, executive director of Earth Ethics, launched the Panhandle Tree Replacement Project shortly after Isaias. “A lot of friends were talking...

Okaloosa County, FL · 17h

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Okaloosa County’s first elementary cross country meet brings students together for two days of competition

Destin, Florida – Classroom lessons gave way to a different kind of challenge for Okaloosa County’s top fourth- and fifth-grade runners on November 2 and 3: representing their schools in the district’s first elementary intramural cross country championship. Across two days and three zones, students raced for...

Okaloosa County, FL · 1d