FORT WALTON BEACH, Fla. (WKRG) — Fort Walton Beach will celebrate Independence Day with its annual July 4th Celebration featuring music, food and fireworks.

A Dothan man pleaded guilty and a Gulfport woman was convicted of trafficking women in Panama City Beach, Fort Walton Beach, Destin and across state lines.

Protests are taking place in Florida and nationwide on June 14, the same day as the military parade in Washington DC.

Sara B. Allen, age 97, of Fort Walton Beach, Florida, passed away peacefully on June 24, 2025. She was born on December 13, 1927, in Martin, Tennessee, to Guy M. Leonard and Blanche Kennedy Leonard.

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Where to eat? Fort Pierce's South Beach has waterfront restaurants, seafood, pizza, BBQ Burgers, chicken wings and ice cream also can be found south of the Fort Pierce Inlet ...

Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue units responded to the 700 block of North Fort Lauderdale Beach Boulevard, just after 10:50 a.m. on Saturday. Officials believe a barracuda chomped down on the victim ...

One person was critically injured in a shooting Saturday near West Long Avenue in Fort Worth. Police are investigating the incident.

While enjoying the beach views and warm sun, travelers can try local food spots. There are many versatile food trucks in downtown Fort Walton Beach for a more laid-back feel.

No pets, alcohol, fires, camping or fireworks are allowed at beaches in Fort Pierce and St. Lucie County — with the exception of Walton Rocks Beach in Jensen Beach, which allows pets.