Bayou Invasion Returns to Niceville
Boaters will gather on Rocky Bayou on March 21 for a festive season kickoff featuring a flotilla photo, paddle, and free safety inspections.
Eglin FCU Honors Anna Klepser for 25 Years of Devotion
Eglin Federal Credit Union recently honored Anna Klepser, a member service counselor at the Bluewater Bay branch, for reaching 25 years with the organization.
GALLERY: Christmas 2025 on the Emerald Coast (Send in your photos NOW!)
Merry Christmas to all from Mid Bay News! Here are the photo highlights of the season from around Northwest Florida and the Emerald Coast!
Three hospitalized after multi-vehicle crash on State Road 20 in Bluewater Bay
Three people were hospitalized following a rear-end crash on State Road 20 in Niceville that pushed one SUV into oncoming traffic, causing a head-on collision.
Niceville Student’s Mock Bill on Elderly Driving Retesting Draws Real-World Attention, Support from Grieving Family
A Niceville teen’s mock bill on senior driver testing, inspired by a tragic local crash, garners real-world support from a grieving family and state-level attention.
Okaloosa Beefs Up Golf Cart Laws On Minors
A new ordinance now in effect across Okaloosa County tightens rules on golf cart use—targeting underage drivers and boosting safety standards in neighborhoods like Rocky Bayou and Shalimar.
Law Enforcement Works Together, Rescues Lost Boy on Eglin Range
Dozens of first responders searched land, air, and water—then came the moment they all hoped for: a missing 7-year-old boy was found alive deep in the creeks of Rocky Bayou.
Okaloosa County School District Releases 2025 Graduation Schedule
The Okaloosa County School District has announced the graduation schedule for eight schools, with ceremonies taking place from May 16 to May 23, 2025, and livestream options available for those unable to attend.
What This Niceville Dentist Says About Fluoride Might Shock You:
A surprising email with a hot take landed in the Mid Bay News inbox after Niceville removed Fluoride from the water system. Here’s what it said:
Some of the World’s Greatest Musical Artists Are Giving A Free Concert in Niceville January 17, 2025
World-class musicians, including Alon Goldstein and acclaimed acts like Amit Peled’s Cello Gang, Eleni Katz, Neo-Art Piano Duo, and Medhelan Duo, will perform a series of free concerts across Florida’s Emerald Coast next week. Organized by the Emerald Coast Music Alliance, the program aims to bring classical music to underserved communities, with two public performances scheduled for January 16 at the Fort Walton Beach Civic Auditorium and January 17 at Crosspoint Church in Niceville, both at 6 p.m.
