International Coastal Cleanup
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City of Destin News đ
Destin & Okaloosa look to purchase 336-feet of Tarpon Beach property to become public beach access
During Monday night’s City Council meeting, the council voted 6-1 to move forward with an interlocal agreement between the City of Destin and Okaloosa County to purchase nearly 340-feet of
Destin, Okaloosa Sheriffâs Office talk safety ahead of the first day of school
With school starting Wednesday in Okaloosa County, the City of Destin and the Okaloosa County Sheriffâs Office discussed transportation safety and school zones. âWe want to welcome you to a brand
Bed-Tax Projects: Destin wants more public beaches, FWB invests in sports/parks, Niceville looking at aquatic center
As part of the expanded Tourist Development District in Okaloosa County, local municipalities each receive a proportionate share of 12.5% of the bed taxes that are collected. Initial expenditure plans
Destin increases maximum fees for vehicle towing, effective immediately
Following Monday nightâs city council meeting on June 20, the City of Destin has adopted Resolution 22-09, raising the maximum towing charges for tows occurring on private property or are non-consensual.
Where to watch 2022 Fourth of July fireworks in Fort Walton Beach, Destin, Niceville and Crestview
Fourth of July fireworks celebrations are right around the corner. Hereâs a look at the different events around Okaloosa County. FWB The City of Fort Walton Beach will host a 4th of
Okaloosa Watersport Operators release ‘jet ski safety’ video ahead of peak boating season
On Thursday, June 23, 2022, the Okaloosa County Watersports Coalition (OCWOC) released its second video of a three-part boaters education series. The purpose of this video is to educate locals
Special Storytimes at Captain Leonard Destin Park this Summer
For Summer Reading 2022, the Destin Library will host a special series of Cuddlers and Toddlers storytimes at Captain Leonard Destin Park. The theme for summer reading this year is Oceans of
Destin Pickleball Ambassador wants to see more courts added as the sport continues to grow
During last Monday night’s Destin City Council meeting, Okaloosa County Pickleball Ambassador, Tracey Clinkscales, expressed her desire to expand pickleball within the Destin community. During her presentation, Clinkscales went into
âMake-A-Wishâ comes true in Destin for 6-year-old with Leukemia
On the morning of Monday, May 9th, Salt Water Vacations, the Okaloosa Sheriffâs Office, as well as members of the City of Destin, assisted âMake a Wish Georgiaâ with a big
Shore at Crystal Beach design project approved with much more parking
On Tuesday morning, the Okaloosa Board of County Commissioners approved the Park Design Layout submitted for the Shore at Crystal Beach Park Expansion project. This is a joint project between the county
Destin moves forward with final piece of Shore at Crystal Beach expansion through eminent domain
There was originally a voluntary purchase agreement on the parcel but the owner backed out of the agreement. The property is currently being used as a vacation rental.