NWFSC, Seaside School Break Ground On New Facility With Nine Million Dollars in State Funding

The State of Florida will allocate $9 million in state funding for the Seacoast Collegiate High School and Northwest Florida State College’s Dual Enrollment & Workforce Development Center.
Chiropractor’s ‘Give Back’ Campaign Gains Momentum

Spine Life’s “Give ‘Back’ Together” campaign, a heartwarming initiative launched earlier this year, has been gaining tremendous momentum in the community. The campaign, driven by a commitment to make a positive difference, has united individuals, businesses, and organizations in a shared mission of giving back.
Niceville 2023 Christmas Parade Green Lit for 1st Saturday in December

This year’s Niceville Christmas Parade will take place on December 2nd, starting at 10 AM.
The parade will take its traditional path, starting at the intersection of Palm and John Sims Parkway, moving down the Parkway, turning onto Mayor Randall Wise Memorial Highway and returning to Palm.
Niceville’s Economic Outlook In 2024 – An Interview with Alan Wood

CCB Community Bank President Alan Wood shares valuable insights on the financial outlook for Niceville, discussing interest rate impacts, home equity opportunities, and the potential effects of a Federal Government Shutdown on the local economy. Learn how these factors might affect your financial landscape.
How much Control Should an HOA Have Over Its Members?

“Unravel the complex dynamics of homeowners’ associations (HOAs) in our latest feature. Discover the challenges and intricacies faced by one suburban community as they grapple with a contentious debate over chickens and HOA authority.”
Want to Own a Brewery in Florida? Now’s Your Chance:

An update in the story about Strange Colt. According to the owner, the brewery will stay open. Here are the details:
Here’s What A Government Shutdown Would Do To Niceville.

The government could shut down on October 1st, 2023.
Here’s are the short and long term affects of a Federal Government Shutdown on Niceville and Valparaiso (and the rest of northwest Florida).
Niceville Area Wine Bar Announces Permanent Closure:

An iconic presence in the Bluewater Bay community, Toast! Wine Bar, has regrettably closed its doors permanently after more than a decade of serving fine wines and delectable dishes to its loyal patrons.
GALLERY: Niceville Celebrates Oktoberfeset 2023 at 3rd Planet Brewing

Check out the photos from this year’s 3rd Planet Brewing Oktoberfest!
YOUR TAX DOLLARS: What An Inmate Costs, Per Meal, At the Okaloosa County Jail:

Okaloosa County Commissioners voted to change the food service provider at the Okaloosa County Jail starting in October. On average, the jail houses 750 inmates and has more than 140 billeted staff members. The county jail will begin work with Summit Food Services, headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Summit, established in 1991, has contracts with more than 500 correctional facilities around the United States and also serves Bay County, Florida (the Panama City area) and Orleans Parish in Louisiana.