Use when a decision is no longer pending and has been confirmed after consideration. After weeks of speculation, it's official: the café will extend its hours.
Pro Tip 2/3
Emphasize Confirmation
Stress the importance or finality of a personal announcement or situation. After years of hard work, it's official: I'm graduating with honors!
Pro Tip 3/3
Public Announcements
Commonly used when revealing information that affects a group or the public. The votes are in, it's official: the community center will be renovated.