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Eight restaurants across Okaloosa County passed state health inspections with no violations during the week of November 2-8, including establishments in Destin, Crestview and Niceville. Two of the restaurants, Taco Azul and Thai Ladda, had initially failed inspections earlier in the week before correcting violations and passing follow-up reviews.
The Navarre Raiders and Gulf Breeze Dolphins will conclude their 2026 football seasons Tuesday night at Dolphin Stadium in their annual rivalry matchup. Navarre enters with a 1-8 record while Gulf Breeze is winless at 0-9.
Madeline Haner remains in custody at Pittsburg County Jail in Oklahoma following an August arrest, with holds placed by both Okaloosa County and the U.S. Marshal's Service.
The airport authority presented plans for a multistory garage adding 1,500 to 2,000 parking spaces, to be funded primarily through the airport's accumulated reserves without debt. The project responds to 250% passenger growth since 2014 and would be built on existing airport property using a public-private partnership model.
Come on out and celebrate our veterans with us on this rare mid-week show!! We 1000% support our military and veterans and we can't wait to rock out at one of our favorite breweri
1400 E John Sims Parkway, Niceville
An American Girl and Me High Tea - All About Cecile & Marie will be held on November 12th, 2026 from 4:15 pm - 5:15 pm for children ages 7 -12 years . At An American Girl and Me High Tea, children are invited to come and learn about a different American Girl each month along with the time in history that she lived.
Okaloosa County Public Library Cooperative
Niceville Library (Children's Program Room), 206 N Partin Dr, Niceville
Holiday craft show with local artisans and vendors.
Destin
KIDS 12 and under fish free First 100 kids get a free rod to take home Equipment will be available for kids to use
Okaloosa Island Pier, 1030 Miracle Strip Parkway SE, Fort Walton Beach