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Eglin Air Force Base says more night flying operations will begin May 20
EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE — The nighttime thunder of military jets over Okaloosa County that began Monday is scheduled to end this week, but Eglin Air Force Base says it'll resume just a few short days later. The 58th Fighter Squadron at Eglin Air Force Base, which is currently...
Fallen Walton, Okaloosa officers honored at memorial service in Niceville
NICEVILLE, Fla. (WMBB) — Law enforcement from across the region gathered at Northwest Florida State College Wednesday for Peace Officers Memorial Day. A memorial candle lit service on campus honored law enforcement officers killed in action from both Okaloosa and Walton counties. “They left behind grieving families, friends, and a community that relied on them […]
Arrrgh, the noise: Billy Bowlegs is coming to Fort Walton Beach, with cannons a-blazing
FORT WALTON BEACH — Officials from Fort Walton Beach are warning the public that loud noises will be heard along Santa Rosa Sound this weekend. But don't be alarmed. It's all part of Billy Bowlegs' arrival at Fort Walton Beach. On Friday, a mock sea battle, including simulated gunfire...
Airline offers ‘exclusive nonstop service’ from Destin to Connecticut
DESTIN, Fla. (WKRG) — Travelers will soon have an “exclusive nonstop service” as the first and only airline begins to offer non-stop service between Florida’s Emerald Coast and Connecticut. Avelo Airlines is taking off today in a “special inaugural flight,” that marks the beginning of nonstop service between Florida Panhandle’s Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport and […]
The 68th Billy Bowlegs Pirate Festival begins in Fort Walton Beach. Here's what to know
For 67 years, Captain Billy Bowlegs and his krewe have descended upon Fort Walton Beach for a weekend filled with debauchery, revelry and good times with the residents of Fort Walton Beach. This weekend, for the 68th time, Captain Billy, his pirate queen and his merry band of miscreants look...
Speed cameras coming to school zones in Niceville
NICEVILLE, Fla. (WMBB) — In July of 2023, Florida legislation passed a statute allowing speed cameras in school zones. “Florida had a recent legislation change which enabled the municipalities to put in school zone safety programs because the pedestrian fatality rates are so high,” Altumint CEO Holly Cooper said. Just a few weeks ago a […]
Drive-Thru Food Giveaway happening May 18 at Northwest Florida Fairgrounds
Destin Harvest, Feeding the Gulf Coast, and the Northwest Florida Fair Association are collaborating to host a food giveaway event on Saturday, May 18th at the NWFL Fairgrounds. The event aims to provide free food to those in need within the community. Feeding the Gulf Coast will be delivering a...
More rain, but not all day
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Good Tuesday morning everyone!. It’s been an active night on radar with showers and thunderstorms passing through. Thankfully we haven’t seen any severe thunderstorms but general gusty bands of storms passing through with heavy rains at times. Let’s be careful on roadways this...
Some could win free mac & cheese at Destin restaurant grand opening
DESTIN, Fla. (WKRG) — Some could win free mac & cheese as I Heart Mac & Cheese revealed that it will be opening its first Destin, Florida location. According to a release, the South Florida-based restaurant known for its mac bowls and grilled cheese sandwich options is holding the grand opening for its Destin location […]
Okaloosa County Schools to offer CTE summer camps for students
The Okaloosa County School District is set to host a series of Career and Technical Education (CTE) Summer Camps for rising 5th and 8th graders in June. The camps aim to inspire young students to explore various CTE career fields and gain hands-on experience in a range of disciplines. According...
Pace softball wins region semifinals thanks to Heavener's no-hitter, Pierce's big home run
Her decorated prep career has led Pace senior star pitcher Jayden Heavener into making the extraordinary look routine. She did it again Tuesday night on a state playoff stage. Heavener tossed another no-hitter, striking out 18 and facing just three batters above the minimum in seven innings as the Patriots overwhelmed Niceville 9-0 in the Region 1-6A semifinal game at Pace.
Okaloosa County Commission announces hundreds of artificial reefs deployed into gulf
OKALOOSA COUNTY, Fla. (WKRG) — A $1.26 million artificial reef project funded by the Natural Resource Damage Assessment Fund has added hundreds of underwater habitats to the Gulf of Mexico, according to a release from the Okaloosa Board of County Commissioners. There were 133 different reef sites and 279 reef structures ranging from 6 to […]
Eglin AFB awarded for conservation, environmental efforts
SHALIMAR, Fla. (WMBB) — One of our local military installations is receiving national attention for its conservation efforts. U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service awarded Eglin AFB Wednesday as their 20th annual military conservation partner. In 2023, Eglin’s team was a leading force in de-listing the Okaloosa Darter as an endangered species. From the […]
This Gulf Coast wedding in Destin, Florida, included groomswomen, coastal decor and welcome drinks
Grooms Chris and Robbie’s Gulf Coast wedding in Destin, Florida, took place against the picturesque backdrop of Henderson State Park and the Gulf of Mexico. After a 17-month engagement, the men traveled from their home in Houston, Texas, to Destin for their oceanside wedding. Their engagement took place in Las Vegas. “The first trip Robbie and I ever took together as a couple was to Las Vegas on Memorial Day weekend in 2014,” says Chris. “Fast forward to 2022; we ended up going on the same trip (destination and weekend) with my brother and his girlfriend, so I decided this would be a good time to finally propose. I bought an engagement ring, and I tried to find the perfect moment throughout the weekend to pop the question, but no moment ever felt quite right. Finally, with time running out, I just decided to propose in our hotel room on Memorial Day right before we left to go to the airport. I nervously gave a short speech, got down on one knee, and asked him to marry me. And he said yes!”
FWB, Niceville softball both run into aces to end state playoff hopes
Niceville ran into LSU-bound Jayden Heavener. Fort Walton Beach ran into Leila Ammon. The result was a pair of season-ending losses for the last two remaining area high school softball teams in the FHSAA playoffs, Fort Walton Beach stranding the tying run at second in a 2-1 home loss to Gulf Breeze while the Eagles lost 9-0 at Pace.
Step One Subaru Fort Walton Beach donates $26,000 to local dog rescue
Step One Subaru Fort Walton Beach has donated $26,676 to Save Underdogs as part of Subaru of America’s annual Share the Love Event, the dealership announced Monday. The Share the Love Event is a charitable initiative by Subaru of America where $250 from every new Subaru purchased or leased is donated to a choice of charitable partners.
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