Beginning Monday, March 13, 2023, travelers can expect daytime lane closures on Hub Pressley Road, at the bridge, for approximately five days. One lane of traffic will remain open at all times, and flagmen will be onsite. Construction is weather-dependent and may be delayed in the event of inclement weather. Drivers are reminded to use caution when traveling through a work zone. Please contact Public Works at (850) 892-8108 with any questions.
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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.
A Walton County Grand Jury has indicted Dr. Thomas Shaknovsky for second-degree manslaughter after a surgical error led to an Alabama man’s death in August 2024. Authorities say Shaknovsky mistakenly removed a patient’s liver instead of his spleen during surgery.
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