CareerSource Okaloosa Walton Rural Connect

10/15/2026

Today's the day, DeFuniak Springs! 💙🚐

Our Caring & Sharing team is ready to serve our neighbors at today's Pop-Up Food Pantry! We're bringing food assistance directly to the community and look forward to seeing everyone!

If you or someone you know could use a little extra support, stop by and see us! ❤️

10/14/2026

👀 Looking for a new job? Your next opportunity might be just a few clicks away!

We've added new job listings to Employ Florida, and they're waiting for someone awesome (yes, we're talking about you).

🌐 Check them out at www.employflorida.com

And before you send out that resume from 2019 that's been "good enough" ever since, let us help give it a refresh! ✨ Our team can help you fine-tune your resume so you're ready to stand out to employers.

Stop by and let us help you land your next opportunity!

10/14/2026

💚 WALTON COUNTY: NEED HELP OR WANT TO HELP?

As our community recovers from Hurricane Isaias, please use the links below to volunteer, request essential assistance, or report property damage.

🙋 VOLUNTEER TO HELP
Sign up as an individual or organization to help meet needs in our community. Let us know your availability and how you can assist.
https://icanhelp.matrixcoc.org

🥫 REQUEST ESSENTIAL ASSISTANCE
Need food, water, meals, or other essential support? Submit your needs here so the Human Services Branch can help coordinate assistance.
https://assistance.matrixcoc.org

🏠 REPORT RESIDENTIAL DAMAGE
Use Walton County’s residential damage assessment form to report storm damage to your home.
https://arcg.is/1yrPn44

🏢 REPORT COMMERCIAL DAMAGE
Use Walton County’s commercial damage assessment form to report storm damage to a business or commercial property.
https://arcg.is/1jCuGP3

📌 The assistance request form is for essential needs, not property damage reports or requests for damage repairs. Please report property damage through the appropriate county assessment form above.

Submitting a request does not guarantee assistance. Resources are limited, but we will do our best to assist as many individuals and families as possible.

Please share these links with your neighbors. The Matrix is grateful to everyone helping our community recover! 💚

10/14/2026

Hiring!

📣 We’re Hiring!

The Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center is seeking a Community Educator to help strengthen our prevention efforts and build meaningful partnerships throughout our community.

In this role, you’ll help educate families, coordinate community outreach and prevention opportunities, provide parenting education, and connect families with resources that support safer, healthier futures for children.

If you’re passionate about child advocacy, community education, and making a lasting difference, we’d love to hear from you!

📍 Fort Walton Beach, FL
💼 Full-time | Monday–Friday

🔗 Apply today: [https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=e61ad68a5f7a3373&from=shareddesktop_copy]

Help us empower families, strengthen our community, and work toward a future free from child abuse and neglect. 💙

10/14/2026

📢 UTILITY BILLING NOTICE: 10% LATE FEES WAIVED

In response to Hurricane Isaias, the City of DeFuniak Springs is waiving the 10% utility billing late fees for water, sewer, and natural gas payments during October 2026.

💙 As our community continues to recover from the storm, the City is committed to supporting our residents during this challenging time.

IMPORTANT PAYMENT DEADLINE: OCTOBER 26, 2026

All past-due utility payments must be received by the close of business on Monday, October 26, 2026. Accounts that remain unpaid after this deadline will incur late fees and additional and additional charges as normal.

💳 Payment Options:

Online: https://www.defuniaksprings.net/862/Utility-Billing

In Person: City Hall, 1350 Baldwin Avenue

Drop Box: Located at City Hall

Questions? Call 850-892-8500, option 2.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as our community continues to recover. Together, we remain DeFuniak Springs Strong! 💙

10/13/2026

🚨 NOW HIRING! Help Our Communities Recover from Hurricane Isaias! 🚨

As Okaloosa and Walton Counties continue recovery efforts following Hurricane Isaias, there are opportunities for individuals looking for temporary employment while helping our communities get back on their feet!

Tetra Tech is hiring DEBRIS MONITORS to assist with hurricane debris cleanup efforts!

💰 Earn up to $1,700 per week with available overtime!
✅ No experience required – training provided!
✅ Weekly pay
✅ Overtime opportunities available
✅ No physical labor required
✅ Opportunity to make a difference in your community!

📢 IN-PERSON HIRING EVENT
📅 Wednesday, October 14, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 The Roc Event Center
3906 W. Fairfield Drive, Pensacola, FL 32505

What does a Debris Monitor do?
Debris monitors work alongside cleanup crews to document debris removal activities. Applicants should be prepared to work outdoors, potentially long hours, and have reliable transportation.

📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Apply online: https://disasterrecoveryhiring.com

Please note: These are temporary positions. Relocation and housing are not provided. Work schedules and overtime depend on project needs.

💙 Recovery takes a team! CareerSource Okaloosa Walton is proud to connect job seekers with employment opportunities that support the recovery of our communities.

Whether you've been impacted by the hurricane, are temporarily out of work, or simply want to help your neighbors recover, this could be a great opportunity!

📢 Please share with friends, family, and anyone in Okaloosa and Walton Counties who may be looking for employment!

10/13/2026

Lowe’s will be hosting 𝐁𝐮𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐬 TODAY, Tuesday, October 13, beginning at 10:00 AM CT at the following Lowe’s locations:

📍 Ensley - 777 W. Nine Mile Rd., Pensacola, FL 32534
📍 Gulf Breeze - 1421 Tiger Park Ln., Gulf Breeze, FL 32563
📍 Milton (Pace) - 5143 Highway 90, Pace, FL 32571
📍 Panama City Beach - 11751 Panama City Beach Pkwy., Panama City Beach, FL 32407
📍 DeFuniak Springs - 135 Business Park Rd., DeFuniak Springs, FL 32435

Each bucket includes recovery supplies such as:
✅ Sponges
✅ Flashlights
✅ Bottled water
✅ Trash bags
✅ Goggles
✅ Hand sanitizer

The Florida Division of Emergency Management has opened a Multi-Agency Resource Center (MARC) to connect residents with resources and assistance from multiple state agency partners.

📍 Pensacola State College Milton Campus Gym (Santa Rosa County)
5988 U.S. Highway 90, Milton, FL 32583
🕒 Hours:
✅ Today: 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM CT
✅ Beginning tomorrow: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM CT daily

📢 If you or someone you know has been impacted by the storm, please share this information and take advantage of these available recovery resources.

10/07/2026

09/29/2026

Check it out!

🎄 Now Hiring! Join Our Team! 🔔

The Salvation Army of Okaloosa & Walton Counties is currently hiring for the following positions:

✅ Part-Time Store Clerk/Sorting Room Worker
✅ Full-Time Seasonal Bell Ringers
✅ Part-Time Seasonal Bell Ringers

If you're looking for an opportunity to earn extra income while making a positive impact in your community, we'd love to hear from you!

📌 Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
📌 All applications must be completed online.
📌 Scan the QR code on our flyer or visit our website to apply.

Our seasonal Bell Ringers play a vital role in helping us raise funds that support local programs and services for individuals and families throughout Okaloosa and Walton Counties.

Apply today and become part of a team dedicated to serving others and bringing hope to our community!

📍 The Salvation Army of Okaloosa & Walton Counties
📞 850-244-4531 x20

09/29/2026

Effective September 30, 2026, the Florida minimum wage will be $15.00 per hour, with a minimum wage of at least $11.98 per hour for tipped employees, in addition to tips, through December 31, 2027.