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The 68th Billy Bowlegs Pirate Festival begins in Fort Walton Beach. Here's what to know
For 67 years, Captain Billy Bowlegs and his krewe have descended upon Fort Walton Beach for a weekend filled with debauchery, revelry and good times with the residents of Fort Walton Beach. This weekend, for the 68th time, Captain Billy, his pirate queen and his merry band of miscreants look...
3 Okaloosa County restaurants get perfect scores in state inspections
You can use the database to search by county or by restaurant name. Florida's restaurant owners are not required to post restaurant inspection results where guests can see them. So every week, we provide that information for you. For a complete list of local restaurant inspections, including violations not requiring...
Okaloosa County to begin removal of debris from May 10 storms — what to expect
OKALOOSA COUNTY, Fla. (WKRG) — Okaloosa County announced that it is planning to offer services beyond what is normally offered to help provide relief to residents following the May 10 storms. According to a news release, the county will begin removing organic/vegetative debris beyond the normal services offered by the county on May 28. This […]
Arrrgh, the noise: Billy Bowlegs is coming to Fort Walton Beach, with cannons a-blazing
FORT WALTON BEACH — Officials from Fort Walton Beach are warning the public that loud noises will be heard along Santa Rosa Sound this weekend. But don't be alarmed. It's all part of Billy Bowlegs' arrival at Fort Walton Beach. On Friday, a mock sea battle, including simulated gunfire...
Speed cameras coming to school zones in Niceville
NICEVILLE, Fla. (WMBB) — In July of 2023, Florida legislation passed a statute allowing speed cameras in school zones. “Florida had a recent legislation change which enabled the municipalities to put in school zone safety programs because the pedestrian fatality rates are so high,” Altumint CEO Holly Cooper said. Just a few weeks ago a […]
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