Friday 12/20
Playoff Game 1st Round Indiana vs. Notre Dame ABC/ESPN 7 p.m.
Saturday 12/21
Playoff Game 1st Round SMU vs. Penn St. TNT 11 a.m.
Playoff Game 1st Round Clemson vs. Texas TNT 3 p.m.
Playoff Game 1st Round Tenn. vs. Ohio St. ABC/ESPN 7 p.m.
Monday 12/23
Myrtle Beach Bowl ESPN 10 a.m.
Idaho Potato...
By Stacy Sarikanon, Stunning Spaces–Decorating Den Interiors
1. Candles/Faux Candles Everywhere – Soft glowing light is complementary to you and your guests. Once you’ve turned the lights down low, bring out candles by the boxful. From tall and tapered to short and stout – candles set a celebratory tone. For the...
Superintendent Marcus Chambers and Sheriff Eric Aden have announced the collaboration between the Okaloosa County School District (OCSD) and Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) for this year’s Angel Tree Program which will assist students from families who require support this holiday season. Through school guidance counselors and school resource...
By “Doc” Doug Stauffer
On October 24, surrounded by family, friends, colleagues and community leaders, State Representative Patt Maney received the prestigious Distinguished Eagle Scout Award (DESA), joining an elite group of fewer than 2,500 recipients, including Neil Armstrong and Gerald Ford. The ceremony, held at the Hilton Garden Inn...
Alaqua Animal Refuge is urgently seeking public support to continue providing life-saving care for animals displaced by Hurricane Milton. While national animal welfare organizations have stepped in with emergency grants, food and bedding, Alaqua remains in critical need of monetary donations, volunteers, fosters and adopters to sustain the ongoing...
By Heather Bennett Eye
Just south of Chat Holly on the west side of Highway 331 down a tree-lined drive sits The Church at the Bay, formerly the South Walton Baptist Church. This church has been home to The Open Door Food Pantry since 2018. Every Saturday, 9:00 a.m. –...
McKazlyn “Kazz” Payne Signs with Oglethorpe University Golf Program
Seacoast Collegiate High School senior McKazlyn “Kazz” Payne has officially signed to play collegiate golf at Oglethorpe University in Brookhaven, Ga., in addition to receiving more than $100K in academic and athletic scholarships.
Kazz, a golfer for South Walton High School, has...
Support The Communities You Love by Shopping Local for the Holidays
By Will Estell
We’ve all heard the benefits over-and-over, from social memes to chamber advertising to local news outlets. But do we really shop local as much as we could and should?
It’s no secret that many of our friends and...
By “Doc” Doug Stauffer
Northwest Florida State College (NWFSC) has appointed County Commissioner Mel Ponder as its next president. Known for his unwavering dedication to Okaloosa County and his tireless commitment to public service, Ponder’s selection promises a new chapter for the college and for the students it serves.
Ponder’s appointment...
2024/25 College Football Bowl Games
Saturday 12/14
Navy vs Army CBS 2 p.m.
Celebration Bowl ABC 11 a.m.
Veterans Bowl ESPN 8 p.m.
Tuesday 12/17
Frisco Bowl ESPN 8 p.m.
Wednesday 12/18
Boca Raton Bowl ESPN 4:30 p.m.
LA Bowl ESPN 8 p.m.
Thursday 12/19
New Orleans Bowl ESPN2 6 p.m.
Friday 12/20
Cure Bowl ESPN 11 a.m.
Gasparilla Bowl ESPN 2:30 p.m.
Playoff...