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Have you met the candidates yet? Another opportunity coming up Aug. 8 for Okaloosa voters
SHALIMAR — If you haven't met these candidates yet, a community in Shalimar is offering another chance before the primary elections. The Poquito Bayou Community Association will hold a Meet the Candidates Night on Aug. 8, at the Bob Hope Village Community Ballroom at 30 Holly Ave., Shalimar. The event begins promptly at 6:15...
'History will judge him well': Okaloosa County reacts to President Joe Biden dropping out
On Sunday, President Joe Biden announced on social media that he would not run for re-election after pressure from other Democrats mounted following the first presidential debate in June. Following the announcement, Biden endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee. The Northwest Florida Daily News reached out to...
Okaloosa County approves $16.6 million baggage claim expansion to increase capacity at Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport
Destin, Florida – Those using Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport could anticipate a significant enhancement in the near future. With an eye toward improving the whole customer experience, the $16.6 million expansion project recently approved by the Okaloosa County Commission focuses on the baggage claim area of the airport. Tracy...
2024 high school football schedules for the Emerald Coast
July 29 marks the first day of high school fall practice, which of course means one thing: Football is back. A lot has happened since Choctaw's region finals departure capped the 2023 season. For starters, the FHSAA abandoned the suburban/metro framework and condensed the fight to seven classes plus one rural class. ...
Big Brothers, Big Sisters of Northwest Florida event to feature all-you-can-eat ice cream
OKALOOSA COUNTY, Fla. (WKRG) — An event featuring all-you-can-eat ice cream is coming to Fort Walton Beach as the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida is hosting its annual Big Scoop ice cream social. The free event is scheduled for 2-4 p.m. on Sept. 14 at Emerald Coast Harley-Davidson (788 Beal Pkwy NW, Fort […]
WCSO: Body found in woods, investigation underway
WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Walton County Sheriff’s Office authorities are reportedly investigating after a body was found in Santa Rosa Beach. WCSO said in a statement that the body was found in the woods off of East Hewitt Road. Authorities said people may see law enforcement in the area of East Hewitt Road and Longleaf Circle.
Allegiant Airlines Announces $59 Flights to Florida from Flint
Allegiant Airlines announced eight new nonstop routes to 13 cities around the country at extremely low rates. One of those new routes includes a nonstop flight to Florida from Flint Bishop International Airport for just $59. Before you get overly excited, keep in mind that the low fare of $59...
DeSantis signed a number of new school laws. Here's what you should know before August
After an onslaught of controversial Florida bills that were signed into law in 2023, parents and students might be apprehensive about what new laws might impact them in the 2024-2025 school year. This year, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a number of laws that deregulate public schools, expand school choice,...
Historic Black communities often overlooked before and after disaster strikes
Weather watchers everywhere were astounded to see Hurricane Beryl ramp up in just two days from tropical storm strength to a Category 5 behemoth packing wind speeds of 165 mph. Its July 1 emergence as a Category 4 storm and growth the next day to Cat 5 strength were the...
Today is the last day to register to vote and change parties for Florida primary
If you’re not someone who consistently stays in the loop on politics and elections, an election year can be a confusing time, especially if you live in Florida. Many people might be wondering what exactly is the difference between Florida’s presidential preference primary, the actual primary election and the general election. That’s a great question, but before it's answered, it’s also important to know that your voter registration is in good standing and that you’re registered with the right party.
Girl's death, other issues, spark concerns involving other Florida facilities run by TrueCore
TAMPA, Fla. — Last month, the I-Team reported that the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice ended a five-year, $31.5 million contract with TrueCore Behavioral Solutions after a 15-year-old girl was found dead at Lake Academy in Tampa. We are now digging into the company’s record and hearing from others...
Republicans want to take Florida educational model nationwide with party platform
In its political platform adopted earlier this month, the Republican Party pledged to implement universal school choice, boost parental rights and promote "patriotic" standards for civics education.In other words, under former President Donald Trump, education across the country would look a lot like it does in Florida.Why it matters: Florida in recent years has been thrust into the national spotlight for its hyper-conservative approach to education, serving as a test kitchen for policies that public education advocates say undermine students' and teachers' rights.Some have criticized the state's Department of Education for its push to include Judeo-Christian ideas in public schools,...
Which Floridians would benefit from $17/hour
Data: Oxfam America; Chart: Axios VisualsMore than a quarter of Florida workers — mostly women, Black and Hispanic — would benefit from a raise in minimum wage to $17, according to new data from Oxfam.The organization revised its definition of a low-wage worker this year, from those earning less than $15 an hour to those earning less than $17.State of pay: This fall, state minimum wage increases to $13 per hour for non-tipped employees and $9.98 per hour for tipped employees.Flashback: Florida voters approved a constitutional amendment in 2020 to make the minimum wage $15 by 2026. It will increase by a dollar on Sept. 30 every year until then.After that, the minimum wage will be adjusted each year for inflation.The big picture: Just 13% of U.S. workers earn less than $15 an hour; two years ago, that number was 31.9%, per Oxfam.
As student aid requests lag in Florida, groups step in to help some fill out FAFSA
By summertime, most prospective college students know which school they're attending and how much they have to pay in tuition. But not Viviana Gonzalez. The Sumner High School graduate started filling out the FAFSA, or the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, back in January. But a technical issue prevented her from completing the parents' portion of the form for months.
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