By Heather Bennett Eye
Whether you’re navigating a new diagnosis or have recently moved to the Emerald Coast, finding the right resources for a child or family member with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) can feel overwhelming. Knowing where to turn for therapy, education, social support and recreational opportunities can...
A new chapter in fighter jet innovation has officially taken off at Eglin Air Force Base. On May 1, 2025, the first-ever F-35 Lightning II Combined Test Force (CTF) was established as part of Eglin’s expanding fighter test community—a significant milestone not just for the base, but for the...
By Adana Elder, Mathnasium Niceville, Destin and Pensacola
As a parent, you want your child to enjoy their summer—but you also don’t want them to fall behind academically.
One of the most common academic setbacks where students lose ground over the summer break is math. Research shows that many children forget...
Two Okaloosa County Middle School Teachers and One Student Receive Prestigious National 180 Awards for Excellence in Literacy
The Okaloosa County School District is proud to announce that two dedicated educators and one exceptional student have been selected as recipients of the 2025 National 180 Awards, a prestigious national recognition...
Thirty-seven Okaloosa County students were recognized at the annual Cox Inspirational Student Hero Awards, hosted at Northwest Florida State College. Selected by school leaders, these students were honored for their strength and positivity in overcoming adversity—from personal loss and health challenges to difficult home situations.
Honorees received personalized medallions, certificates...
Honoring Excellence, Empowering Futures and Supporting Student Well-Being in Okaloosa County
Over 600 Seniors Honored at Anne T. Mitchell Academic Awards
The Okaloosa County School District (OCSD) celebrated the academic achievements of 619 seniors during the annual Anne T. Mitchell Academic Senior Honors Assembly, held April 22 at Northwest Florida State...
The oxygen mask seals tight and night vision goggles click into place. Each component has been tested, maintained and inspected with precision—not by those who wear it, but by those responsible for ensuring it works when it matters most.
At Hurlburt Field, Aircrew Flight Equipment technicians make sure aircrew have...
By Lori Leath Smith
In response to forecasts predicting above-average storm activity for 2025, Okaloosa and Walton Counties are intensifying their hurricane preparedness efforts and ensuring we are well-prepared for these potential storms. With the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season beginning June 1, Colorado State University anticipates 17 named storms, including...
By Wendy Rudman
The Emerald Coast Fitness Foundation (ECFF), a nonprofit formed around a kitchen table 10 years ago, is celebrating a key milestone. The foundation operates two facilities in Fort Walton Beach and an aquatic center in Destin – all of which are open to the public.
Over the years,...
