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Check out some great places to watch the game here. 2024 College Football Game Day Highlights Week 1: Aug 30, 31, Sept.1 Oklahoma vs Temple Fri. 8/30 6pm ESPN Georgia vs Clemson Sat. 8/31 11am ABC FL vs Miami Sat. 8/31 2:30pm ABC W. Virginia vs Penn St. Sat. 8/31 11am FOX Alabama vs W Kentucky...
By Shantelle Dedicke As host of the “Hello Frances” podcast, I recently spoke with Teresa Jones, the Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity of Walton County. Our conversation delved into the critical issue of affordable housing in our community, a challenge affecting not only individuals and families but also local...
The Air Force Enlisted Village (AFEV) has purchased 80 acres of land from the U.S. Air Force with a Deed Signing Ceremony on July 12, 2024. The former Eglin AFB land in Shalimar will be used to build Victory Village, a nonprofit retirement community with a specialized lifestyle for...
NCAA Tournament second-round participants Alabama, Creighton and Syracuse headline an eight-team field in the inaugural Emerald Coast Classic Women’s Basketball Tournament, presented by Global Sports. Alabama State, UAB, Clemson, Missouri and Wichita State also are competing in the tournament. Championships will be determined in two brackets. Alabama, Alabama State, Clemson...
By Barbara Palmgren Every year, junior golfers look forward to this prestigious event. This year, on July 10 and 11, the 45th Marvin DeBolt Daily News Junior Challenge was held at Fort Walton Beach Golf Club. This was a special occasion as Marvin’s sons, Doug and Jeff Debolt, presented the...
As part of the 2024-25 Great Outdoors Initiative, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has proposed to increase public access to Florida’s state parks with the addition of new outdoor activities and lodging options. These draft proposals can be found here. Public input is an important and valued part of all DEP...
The Walton County Tourism Department proudly announces the launch of Keep Walton County Beautiful (KWCB), a local affiliate of Keep America Beautiful dedicated to preserving the county’s natural environment. “Joining forces with Keep America Beautiful is a landmark moment,” says Matt Algarin, Director. “Walton County is a special place. Through...
By Doug Stauffer In a ceremony rich with tradition, Brig. Gen. Mark A. Massaro assumed command of the 96th Test Wing from Brig. Gen. Jeffrey T. Geraghty on July 3, 2024. Despite the rainy weather outside, the McKinley Climatic Laboratory provided a perfectly climate-controlled environment for the event, which was...
In a significant ceremony at Hurlburt Field Air Force Base, Lt. Gen. Tony Bauernfeind passed the special operations wings flag to the incoming commander, Lt. Gen. Michael Conley, marking a pivotal moment for the Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC). The event, attended by Air Force Chief of Staff...
Shield of Faith (SOF) Missions proudly presents the 8th Annual Emerald Coast Gala, scheduled for Sept. 13, 2024, at the prestigious Destin-Ft. Walton Beach Convention Center. This gala serves as a beacon of hope, dedicated to empowering and fostering resilience among our Nation’s warriors. With an unwavering commitment to combatting...
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