Despite Living In Hospice, This Niceville Woman Will Deliver Christmas to 1,000+ Children This Year:

Meet Elaine Lauderdale, the real-life Santa’s helper who, even in hospice care, dedicates her time to assemble Christmas shoeboxes for underprivileged children worldwide. With over a decade of spreading joy and hope, Elaine’s legacy inspires a small but dedicated team to continue her mission, proving that one person can change the world. 🎅✨
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.
Seacoast Collegiate, Northwest Florida State College Break Ground on New Walton County Facility

Northwest Florida State College (NWFSC) and Seacoast Collegiate High School joined forces on October 2, 2023, to inaugurate the construction of a groundbreaking Dual Enrollment and Workforce Development Center. The ceremony at Seacoast High School marked a significant step in redefining educational opportunities in Walton County.
NWFSC’s Devin Stephenson Talks Adaptability, Flexibility and the Future of Eduction:

Dr. Stephenson wrote about the change-centered leadership philosophy he adopted for Florida Politics earlier in September. He believes the world of education, and the world more generally, has got to pay proper attention to the unknown unknowns that the 21st-century economy has brought to the fore. He says that businesses and schools whose leaders don’t account for change will suffer the negative consequences faster and more acutely than in the past.
Okaloosa Public Schools Foundation’s 3rd Annual BBQ and Bingo Event Set to Support Local Education

The Okaloosa Public Schools Foundation is hosting its 3rd Annual BBQ and Bingo for Schools event, dedicated to supporting educational opportunities for Okaloosa County students. Funds raised will help increase the number of scholarship recipients, support teacher grants, and enhance overall student success.
Internationally Famous Tenor and Trumpeter, Emerald Coast Autism Center Parents, To Play For ‘Sounds of the Spectrum’ Concert

Two Emerald Coast Autism Center (they’re also internationally-renowned musicians) will headline this concert to raise funds for the school. Here are the details.
NWFSC President Dr. Devin Stephenson to Receive Leadership Award
– Northwest Florida State College (NWFSC) is pleased to announce that its President, Dr. Devin Stephenson, is set to receive the University of Alabama College of Education’s prestigious 2023 Harold L. Bishop Award for Leadership.
GALLERY: Niceville Celebrates Oktoberfeset 2023 at 3rd Planet Brewing

Check out the photos from this year’s 3rd Planet Brewing Oktoberfest!