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The NAACP, Okaloosa County Branch is calling on all citizens, faith leaders, civic partners, and community advocates to stand together in unity and purpose following the recent “not guilty” verdict in the trial of former Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Deputy Eddie Duran. Local NAACP President Sabu Williams stated “This moment has stirred deep pain, frustration, and […]

Crestview, FL — October 1, 2026 — The NAACP Okaloosa County Branch expresses deep disappointment and concern following today’s “not guilty” jury verdict in the criminal trial of former Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Deputy Eddie Duran, who fatally shot Airman Roger Fortson in his home on May 3, 2024. The Branch maintains that the death of

Shalimar, FL – August 10, 2026 – The NAACP, Okaloosa County Branch, in partnership with The Town of Shalimar, the Shalimar Library, local leaders and various community organizations, is proud to announce a commemorative event honoring Augustus “Gus” Tart, a formerly enslaved, early pioneer of Northwest Florida. The dedication ceremony will take place on Saturday, August 22,

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  Media Contact:  Ms. Quanda Pace  850-376-4137  quandapace@gmail.com  Website: naacp-okaloosa.org  NAACP Announces 2026 Legacy Walk of Fame Inductees  Fort Walton Beach, FL — The NAACP, Okaloosa County Branch, is proud to announce the  2026 Legacy Walk of Fame Inductees—community trailblazers whose leadership, service, and  achievements have helped shape the legacy of Okaloosa County

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  Contact:  Musur M. Wallace, Legal Redress Chair  NAACP Okaloosa County Branch  (850) 812 -2916  ocnaacp@gmail.com  March 27, 2026  Family Seeks Answers Regarding Death of L’Twan Mitchell  Okaloosa County, FL – A press conference is scheduled for Monday, March 30, 2026, at  11:00 AM to address the passing of L’ Twan C. Mitchell,

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  Contact:  Musur M. Wallace, Legal Redress Chair  NAACP Okaloosa County Branch  (850) 812 -2916  ocnaacp@gmail.com  March 20, 2026  NAACP Demands Answers Following Inmate’s Death  Okaloosa County, FL — The NAACP Okaloosa County Branch was contacted by the family of  L’Twan Cedric Mitchell, an inmate found deceased on January 21, 2026, while in

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Quanda Pace Chair, Press & Publicity NAACP, Okaloosa County Branch Ph: 850-783-0047 Email: ocnaacp@gmail.com March 6, 2026 NAACP Invites Fort Walton Beach Residents to a Public Workshop on a Proposed Plan to Establish Districts in the City Fort Walton Beach, FL — The Okaloosa County Branch, NAACP invites Fort Walton Beach residents to

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The NAACP, Okaloosa County Branch, will hold a public workshop on a proposal to convert four “at-large” city council seats to district-based seats.   The Branch all invites Fort Walton Beach residents to attend the public workshop to review a proposed Representative Governance Model that would combine four district-based city council seats and three at-large

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Shalimar, FL — The Okaloosa County Branch, NAACP is proud to announce its formal passing of a resolution calling for the establishment of a historical marker to honor the life and legacy of Augustus “Gus” Tart. “Gus Tart was a significant figure in our local history, and the NAACP believes a permanent