The restrooms near the original Benny Russell Park playground will be closed Mon., May 23 through Wed., May 25 while the roof is being repaired. The new restrooms near the splash pad will be open and unaffected by this closure.
View the county parks story map online to explore the different parks/boat ramps Santa Rosa County has to offer.
Original source can be found here.
A public collective bargaining session between Walton County Sheriff’s Office and local firefighters is scheduled for May 6, 2026 in DeFuniak Springs. The event will address labor negotiations and ensure accessibility under ADA guidelines.
The Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed home invasion robbery on Pilgrim Avenue near Fort Walton Beach. No life-threatening injuries were reported, and authorities are seeking information from the public as they work to identify suspects.
A Fort Walton Beach area woman faces charges after allegedly throwing beer bottles at a toddler who tried to help her following a fall from her bicycle. Witnesses say quick action by the child prevented injury, and no harm was reported.
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