Florida Governor Announces Funding to Add CDL Drivers to Florida’s Workforce
Governor Ron DeSantis announced Thursday that Northwest Florida State College (NWFSC) will receive $1.5 Million to help alleviate the shortage of CDL-certified truck drivers in the state.
Niceville to Install Speed Bumps in Deer Moss Creek Neighborhood
The City of Niceville will install two sets of speed bumps in the Deer Moss Creek neighborhood of Niceville, despite a protestation letter from the developer, Ruckel Properties. The letter was written in opposition to the potential road upgrade, according to Niceville Public Works Director Jonathon Laird.
Potential $300,000 Tax Break Awarded to Crestview Aviation Company
Gulf Air Group will receive a $300,000 tax break over the next 10 years. In exchange, they promise to add 55 high-paying jobs to the Okaloosa County Economy.
Niceville Bazaar Location and Dates Announced
The date and location of this year’s Niceville Bazaar have been announced. Here’s where you can find the event this year!
Eglin Federal Credit Union Breaks Ground on Freeport Branch
Team members at Eglin Federal Credit Union celebrated the groundbreaking of their facility in Freeport with hardhats and shovels.
The Lewis Falcons Host their First Match on a New Home Court, Thanks to Sales Tax.
The Lewis School christened their new arena floor at the Taylor Haugen gymnasium August 29th.
Okaloosa Sheriff’s Office Drone Latest Victim to New Florida Rule
The Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office Drone is the latest casualty of the Florida State Government’s mandate that all government agencies stop using DJI products – and only use products approved from a short list of manufacturers.
Niceville Tax Increase Proposal – Here’s the Latest:
The City of Niceville’s staff proposed an increase in property tax of 0.3 mills – or about $200 on the average house in the city per year.
But, if Tuesday (16 August) night’s budget hearing indicates anything – that increase may likely see a reduction.
Patron Saint of… Shoes? St. Paul’s Church in Niceville Gives Away 114 Pairs of Shoes With Help From Local Shoe Store
Local church and shoe store work together to give 115 needy kids a pair of school shoes.
Keep Your Dog Safe In The Northwest Florida Summer
Although the traditional dog days of summer should end on Aug. 11 according to the Farmers’ Almanac, in Northwest Florida those hot, humid days can last well into September.
