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Okaloosa Touts Features of Shoal River Ranch Megasite
Posted July 17, 2018
Sparks and his team have brought the Shoal River site to the attention of heavy equipment manufacturers, in addition to automakers and to tire companies who may wish to build research and development facilities including a test track along with a manufacturing plant.
Allegiant Air Plans Year-Round Aircraft Base in Okaloosa, New Jobs
Posted February 13, 2018
Today, Governor Rick Scott announced that Allegiant Travel Company (Allegiant) has chosen to establish a new, two-aircraft base with year-round routes at Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS). The aircraft base will create 65 new jobs and bring an anticipated $418 million in tourism revenue to the area over the next five years.
Big plans for new Okaloosa County Property
Posted December 13, 2017
Okaloosa County leaders just sealed the deal on a piece of property they hope will pay big dividends in the future. They believe the 1,500 acres will play a big part in the balancing act of the local economy.
Coastal Home Base
Posted June 10, 2017
850 Magazine: An F-35C Lightning II taxis down the flight line from the Strike Fighter Squadron 101 at Eglin Air Force Base. The F-35C is a multi-role fighter aircraft, designed to provide superior airborne power projection from the sea. The Navy’s joint strike fighter features structural modifications, necessitated by carriers.
UWF OEDE awards grant to help Fort Walton Beach brewery expand
Posted August 19, 2016
The University of West Florida Office of Economic Development and Engagement has awarded a $150,000 grant to Props Craft Brewery LLC allowing the craft brewery to expand into the mass manufacturing and distribution market by opening a new facility in Fort Walton Beach, Florida.
American Elite Molding LLC is a Company to Pay Attention To
Posted August 16, 2016
American Elite Molding LLC is among 50 statewide companies expected to see significant growth over the next several years. The companies were selected from more than 500 nominees for Florida Companies to Watch, a statewide program managed by economic development group GrowFL, in association with the Edward Lowe Foundation.