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Pace High School defeated Niceville 30-25 in the District 1-5A championship game on a touchdown scored as time expired. Niceville had taken a one-point lead with under 30 seconds remaining before Pace's Makael Williams punched in the game-winning score.
Crestview dedicated a new monument at the Okaloosa County Veterans Memorial and planted a Liberty Tree outside the courthouse as part of the county's America 250 bicentennial celebration. The ceremony drew local officials and community members Tuesday.
Katie Fein, who teaches physical education at Holley-Navarre Middle School in Navarre, has been named the school's teacher of the year. Fein, a University of West Florida graduate, has taught for a decade, with eight years at the middle school.
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The city and Downtown Fort Walton Beach organization will host a holiday market and tree lighting on Saturday, Nov. 28, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Downtown Landing. The event features over 100 local vendors, live music, food trucks, Santa visits, and a tree lighting ceremony at 5:30 p.m.
Homemade Goodies baked by American Legion Auxiliary Members to benefit local Veterans Community Services Food
898 E James Lee Blvd, Crestview
Outdoor family movie night on the Lawn showing Minions; bring blankets and chairs.
4100 Legendary Dr, Destin
Mark your calendars for our 2026 Vets Day 5K ! November 7 is our date for this year.
311 Main St, Destin
Indoor and outdoor vehicle exhibition
Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center, Destin