Niceville Fire Department Expands Lifesaving Capabilities Through New Paramedic Program
The Niceville Fire Department is taking a major step forward in emergency medical care with the launch of its inaugural paramedic program — an...
Niceville Paddles to Victory at Dragon Boat Festival
By “Doc” Doug Stauffer
The skies looked threatening early in the morning, and the temperatures felt more like winter than spring. Jackets and hoodies were...
A Superior Mechanical to Host Its Second Appreciation Lunch in October
The Walton and Okaloosa communities are coming together again to give recognition and thanks to our first responders, veterans, and active military. A Superior...
Karlina’s Painting: Three Decades of Vibrant Solutions
By Christopher Manson
“I’ve worked with tons of painting companies in the past and by far, Karlina’s was the best... outstanding! ‘On point’ every step...
Museum Series: Public Event Celebrates 50 Years at Heritage Museum
By Barbara Palmgren
It was an early Saturday morning. The temperature was warm. Vendors were in place throughout Perrine Park. The Valparaiso Garden Club and...
Big Orange House Designs Summer Camps & Creative Classes
Weekly Camp Schedule
Art Camp (Ages 6-12): Tuesdays & Thursdays | 9:45 a.m.-2 p.m.
Preschool Art Camp: Wednesdays | 9-10:30 a.m.
Middle School Art:...
Summer on the Green at ECTC
Summer is teeing up for an unforgettable day on the course as Emerald Coast Theatre Company hosts its first-ever Charity Golf Tournament on Monday,...
MKAF Seeks Artists for 31st Festival of the Arts
Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation is now accepting artist applications for the 31st annual Festival of the Arts, set for Oct. 24–25, 2026, at the...
OCSD & MKAF Celebrate Student Talent at 2026 K-12 Art Show
The Okaloosa County School District (OCSD), in partnership with the Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation (MKAF), hosted the 2026 K-12 Student Art Show in April...
1776 Meets 2026: Okaloosa County Launches America 250 Celebration in Grand...
By Lori Leath Miller
As America approaches its 250th birthday, Okaloosa County is preparing to celebrate in a way that’s both deeply patriotic and unmistakably...
