WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – A Walton County man is facing multiple felony drug charges after he was arrested late Sunday night. According to the WCSO, deputies conducted a traffic stop on 34-year-old Daniel Trevino on Highway 90 near 331 N. Authorities said that Trevino had digital scales, plastic baggies, needles, cocaine, methamphetamine, and marijuana […] Read More

Beads by the Beach: Your Ultimate Guide to Emerald Coast Mardi Gras Staff Reports February 9, 2026 1:37 pm Emerald Coast, Events In Brief: Who: Local krewes, residents, visitors, and Gulf Coast communities What: Mardi Gras parades, festivals, live music, and themed events When: Jan. 30 through Feb. 17, 2026 Where: Panama City Beach, Navarre Beach, Destin, Sandestin, Pensacola, Orange Beach Why: To celebrate Mardi Gras traditions with a coastal, family-friendly twist Mardi Gras will return to the Emerald Coast in early 2026 with a packed calendar of parades, festivals, and family-friendly celebrations stretching from Panama City Beach to Pensacola and beyond. Major events are scheduled from late January through mid-February, blending traditional Mardi Gras pageantry with coastal themes, live music, and community-centered festivities across Northwest Florida and nearby Alabama beaches. Panama City Beach kicked off the season on Jan. 30–31 with the Panama City Beach Mardi Gras & Music Festival at Pier Park. The two-day event featured the Krewe of Dominique Youx parade, live music, children’s activities, and fireworks.   Destin’s HarborWalk Village will host Mardi Gras on the Harbor on Feb. 13, a nighttime event featuring a second-line style parade, live music, and New Orleans-inspired food and drinks. Destin will also host a Mardi Gras Dinner Cruise aboard SunQuest Cruises’ Solaris yacht later in February, offering a three-course meal and live entertainment on the water. The following weekend, Pensacola will take center stage with the Pensacola Grand Mardi Gras Parade on Feb. 14, one of the region’s largest... Read More

Smart Glasses Out: Air Force Tightens Dress and Appearance Rules Staff Reports February 9, 2026 12:31 pm Aviation, Eglin Air Force Base, Military In Brief: Who: U.S. Air Force Airmen; Gen. Ken Wilsbach; CMSgt David R. Wolfe What: Updates to DAFI 36-2903 dress and appearance standards When: Announced Jan. 9, 2026 Where: Issued by the Department of the Air Force, Arlington, Virginia Why: To reduce ambiguity, reinforce professionalism, and recognize specialized roles The U.S. Air Force has released updated guidance to its dress and personal appearance standards, clarifying uniform requirements and explicitly prohibiting the wear of smart glasses or eyewear with camera, video, or artificial intelligence capabilities while in uniform. The Department of the Air Force issued the new memorandum Jan. 9, updating DAF Instruction 36-2903, Dress and Personal Appearance of Department of the Air Force Personnel. Officials say the changes are designed to reduce ambiguity, reinforce military professionalism, and ensure consistency across the force. Among the most notable clarifications is the ban on smart eyewear, including glasses capable of taking photos, recording video, or using AI-enabled features. The Air Force emphasized that such wearable technology is unauthorized while in uniform, regardless of duty status. The guidance also reinstates duty identifier patches, a move leaders say recognizes the specialized skills and heritage that contribute to mission success. “I’ve decided to bring duty identifier patches back because the Air Force is made up of many different specialties, each with a unique role in our mission to generate airpower,” said Air Force... Read More

Cody Johnson Is Back On The Road Following Multiple Cancellations In September 2025, Cody Johnson was forced to postpone two shows due to illness, despite doing everything he could to recover in time. His symptoms included no ” singing voice; severe cough, burning chest and throat.“ Just several days later, on October 7th, Johnson revealed […] More Country Music Nation  Read More