News across Greater Crestview

The Hewett Bayou project
Walton County Engineer Chance Powell details the Hewett Bayou project.

Multi-Agency DUI checkpoint on U.S. Hwy 98 yields one DUI arrest, 16 citations over Labor Day weeken
FWB Police and four partner agencies conducted a traffic safety checkpoint on U.S. Highway 98 at City Hall on September 5, 2026. The operation targeted impaired drivers over the Labor Day holiday weekend and resulted in numerous citations and arrests.

Notice of Public Workshop - Correction
Walton County Beach Operations will hold a Public Workshop to discuss the CR30A Right-of-Way Improvements (east of Hilltop Lane to west of Allen Loop W.) project.

Upcoming Meetings and Workshops
For a quick rundown of Upcoming Meetings and Workshops now through September 11th, click on the link.

Public Works Projects in Progress
Walton County Public Works is pleased to share the latest updates regarding ongoing infrastructure projects. In-house crews have been hard at work on improving the community’s infrastructure.

City Council has two meetings set for Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026
The City of Fort Walton Beach has two meetings scheduled for Tuesday. Sept. 15, 2026 at City Hall. At 5 p.m. the City Council will hold an Executive Session (closed) Meeting, followed by a Regular City Council Meeting at 6 p.m.

FWBPD welcomes new Officer Matthew Palacios to the team
Please join us in welcoming new Officer Matthew Palacios to the Fort Walton Beach Police Department.

International military students tour Fort Walton Beach City Hall
The City of Fort Walton Beach recently hosted a group of 34 international military students for a short primer on local government by Fort Walton Beach Mayor Nic Allegretto.

August neighborhood cleanup nets nearly 228 tons of large trash items
The City of Fort Walton Beach's semi-annual Neighborhood Cleanup netted nearly 228 tons of large household waste items and used tires.

Presentations posted for Elliotts Point, Northwest neighborhood traffic studies
City of Fort Walton Beach consultant partner Kimley-Horn presented these traffic studies on the Elliotts Point and Northwest neighborhoods during a public workshop held on Sept. 22, 2026.

Emerald Coast Technical College in DeFuniak Springs, Florida Looking for Community Partners
Emerald Coast Technical College in DeFuniak Springs, Florida is looking for community partners. Our PACE students are ready to put their skills to work, gain valuable real-world experience, and become contributing members...

CRA; City Council meetings set for Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026
The City of Fort Walton Beach has two upcoming meetings scheduled for Wednesday, Sept 9, 2026, at City Hall. There will be a CRA Board Meeting at 5 p.m., followed by a Special City Council Meeting.