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...
2025 National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists Announced
The Okaloosa County School District (OCSD) announced two students from Niceville High School—Lily Suttlemyre and William Cupp—along with Jonathan Curtis and Tina Le from Choctawhatchee High School have become the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists and Commended Students
To qualify for the National Merit Scholarship...
All Sports Association has announced that Urban Meyer will be the guest speaker for its 56th Annual All Sports Awards Banquet, February 21st, 2025. This banquet is a key event for the association, honoring outstanding athletes and people who have significantly contributed to youth sports in the area.
Urban Meyer,...
By Barbara Palmgren
The Miracle Strip High Golf Tournament continued to celebrate golf for teens this year at Fort Walton Municipal Golf Course. The tournament began 40 years ago, hosting male and female golfers to compete as individuals and as a team. Then, 24 years ago, this same tournament split...
By Stacy Sarikanon, Stunning Spaces–Decorating Den Interiors
We heard someone recently say that coffee tables are passé. That’s not the case; interior design journalists clearly indicate that coffee tables are certainly in vogue. There are a wide range of styles and styling. A good lesson for styling: Use varied heights,...
