Iced over in Florida (PHOTOS)
SANDESTIN — Dozens of children — and even a few adults with further to fall — teetered around on ice skates at The Village of Baytowne Wharf on Sunday afternoon. Falling was part of the fun. “My pants...
View ArticleDid the president sleep here?
SHALIMAR — Kay Shipp has one tall, heavy piece of history in her guest bedroom. The mahogany, four-poster bed belonged to her mother, and her mother before that, and her mother before that, and maybe...
View ArticleNorth Carolina resident killed in I-10 crash
DeFUNIAK SPRINGS — A North Carolina resident died in a car crash on Interstate 10 early Sunday, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The person’s identity was not released on Sunday pending...
View Article'Megan Makela has goals'
At a young age, Megan Makela learned to embrace opportunity. The now 17-year-old has tried her hand at music, math, writing and sports through the years. “I wanted to do everything,” said Megan, who...
View ArticleUWF to expand online offerings
PENSACOLA — People looking to pursue higher degrees in nursing and education will have new online options soon. University of West Florida is converting its traditional degree paths to digital ones...
View ArticleDestin Boat Parade (SLIDESHOW)
Click here to see a slideshow from Sunday night's 27th Annual Holiday on the Harbor Lighted Boat Parade in Destin.
View ArticleMan seriously injured during stabbing
MILTON — A 36-year-old man was arrested this weekend after allegedly stabbing another man during a fight. Deputies with the Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office responded to Stardust Trail to a man who...
View ArticleUPDATE: Emergency responders at scene of fatal wreck (PHOTOS)
SANTA ROSA BEACH — Officials are at the scene of a fatal crash that occurred around 10 a.m. on U.S. Highway 331 on the Clyde B. Wells Bridge. The vehicle was heading southbound on U.S. Highway 331 and...
View ArticleWanted fugitive gives chase around FWB (CALL HISTORY)
FORT WALTON BEACH — Officials are continuing to look for a fugitive wanted for burglary with assault, battery, larceny and vehicle theft after a high speed chase around Fort Walton Beach on Sunday...
View ArticleHarry T’s server pinches pennies for kids
Mike McGowan is always on the lookout for loose change. Pennies, nickels, dimes — he’ll take whatever he can find. “I pick change up off the ground,” said McGowan, a server at Harry T’s in Destin....
View ArticleFlapjacks for fundraising
FORT WALTON BEACH — About 1,000 pancakes made it from griddle to plate Saturday morning as part of an annual fundraiser for the Salvation Army’s Empty Stocking Fund. Magnolia Grill owner Tom Rice said...
View Article‘We’re changing the future for the next generation’
Editor's Note: This series recognizes people who make a difference in their communities. To nominate someone, call Wendy Victora at 315-4478 or email wvictora@nwfdailynews.com. FORT WALTON BEACH —...
View ArticleSpecial Forces soldier charged with abusing fiancée
BAKER — A 31-year-old Army Special Forces soldier was arrested Sunday evening on charges of domestic battery, causing bodily harm and obstruction without violence. Vaughn Nicholas Pottle and his...
View ArticleMan sentenced to 3½ years for child porn
Brian Michael Robinson was sentenced to 42 months in prison Monday on nine counts of possession of child pornography and one count of promoting a sexual performance by a child. Robinson, who was...
View ArticleYoung soccer players raise funds for cancer patients
FORT WALTON BEACH — A lesson in citizenship for a group of middle school students will help people seeking treatment at a local cancer clinic. Organizers of a soccer tournament for middle schoolers...
View ArticleDeputy receives first-time award
CRESTVIEW — The American Legion Post 395 awarded the first Law Officer of the Year award earlier this month. Okaloosa County Deputy Sheriff Heath Hehl was presented the award Dec. 9 as the first local...
View ArticleDestin Boat Parade winners announced
Congratulations to the winners of the 27th Holiday on the Harbor Destin Boat Parade on Sunday: Private 30 foot & under: Dookie Fly, captained by David Wilcox Private 31 foot & over: Lynne...
View ArticleMan accused of sexually battering young girl
NICEVILLE — Michael “Bobby” Lake, a homeless man with a long criminal history, has been charged by police with sexually battering a girl under the age of 12. Lake, 25, was arrested Thursday at a...
View ArticleOfficers sees woman punch man driving vehicle
FORT WALTON BEACH – A 50-year-old woman was arrested after she clobbered her boyfriend and his sister, lawmen say. The woman, who lives in Crestview, was seen by a Fort Walton Beach Police officer...
View ArticleWoman says man has 'handgun under his shirt'
FORT WALTON BEACH – A 29-year-old Fort Walton Beach man was arrested after he was found with a gun at a local nightspot. A Fort Walton Beach Police officer went to The Block on Eglin Parkway to deal...
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