Northeast Okaloosa County joins neighboring counties as a rural area of opportunity thanks to an executive order by the governor.
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Hurricane Milton expected today; state of emergency declared
Tropical Storm Milton is expected to become a hurricane today and strengthen into a major storm tomorrow. A state of emergency has been declared for 35 Florida counties.
Okaloosa County under state of emergency
Okaloosa County is included in the governor's state of emergency declaration ahead of a potential hurricane landfall later this week.
Eight-hour standoff in Crestview ends with arrest
A Crestview man was arrested today after an eight-hour standoff with law enforcement.
Florida Constitution amendments on Nov. 8 ballot
In addition to candidates on the ballot this election, there are three proposed amendments to the Florida Constitution to consider.
Governor: ‘Lots of work to do’
Although Hurricane Ian made landfall yesterday afternoon, impacts from the storm are still being felt across the state.