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Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida Celebrates Valparaiso’s History

By Barbara Palmgren The long-awaited official ribbon-cutting for the Impact 100 Exhibit Hall addition was celebrated in late September. Additional contributions were required to build...
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Join the Holiday Heroes: Volunteer, Donate and Make a Difference

By Christopher Manson The season of giving is here, and local nonprofits are inviting residents to step up, spread cheer, and make a difference. From...
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Niceville Shows Its Love For Charlie Kirk

By Kenneth Books Some 75 residents of Niceville and nearby communities gathered at Faith Independent Baptist Church on Valparaiso Boulevard Tuesday, Oct. 14, which would...
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Museum Series: Ribbon cutting at Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida

By Barbara Palmgren Whenever there are special occasions to celebrate at one of our nine area museums, we share this with the community. There was...
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What’s Happening in Okaloosa County?

By Carolyn Newcomer Ketchel I thought it might be of interest to have a few highlights of community projects from your Board of County Commissioners. Lazarus...
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H.O.G. #3605 Toys 4 Tots Ride set for Nov. 16; Benefits...

Rev up for a great cause: the Harley-Davidson Owners Group (H.O.G.) #3605 hosts its 46th annual Toys 4 Tots Ride on Sunday, Nov. 16....
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Cold Night Shelter Opens in Niceville

Generations United Church has opened a cold night emergency shelter for families with children and elderly residents, offering warmth and care when temperatures drop...
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Happenings Around the Bay November 2025

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SAFE in the Panhandle Readies for First Christmas Market, Educates Public...

By Christopher Manson SAFE (Strategic Alliance to Fight Exploitation) on the Panhandle, in collaboration with Ruthlake Farm, hosts its inaugural Christmas Market at the Destin-Fort...
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Alaqua Well-Being: Finding Healing in the Company of Animals and Nature

By Laurie Hood, Alaqua Founder & CEO Tucked among the pines and pastures of Freeport, Alaqua Animal Refuge has always been a place of second...