Tragic Loss: Air Force Captain Found Dead After Distressed Swimmer Alert
The U.S. Air Force is grappling with the tragic loss of Captain Nicholas Brown, found deceased after a distress call prompted a search by the Coast Guard.
A $1.8 Billion Lawsuit That Might Change EVERYTHING in Real Estate – and October’s Real Estate Wrap Up for Niceville
This week, a groundbreaking lawsuit delivered a stunning verdict, awarding home sellers a massive $1.8 billion judgment. The lawsuit revealed collusion between the National Association of Realtors and various real estate brokerages, accusing them of illegal practices. The verdict forces these entities to compensate home sellers who claim they were charged exorbitant fees by real estate agents.
But before we delve into the legal battle, let’s first discuss the real estate landscape in Niceville and Valparaiso for October 2023.
School Board Will Ask for $8 Million Grant To Expand Technical College To Crestview
Okaloosa Technical College Will ask for $8.35 million in funding from Triumph Gulf Coast to expand its programs and meet the demands of local industries. They hope to put a new campus in Crestview. Here are the details.
INTERVIEW: DeMeo Previews His #1-Ranked NWFSC Raider Basketball Squad.
Get ready for a season of change and high hopes as the Raiders snag the Preseason #1 ranking! Coach DeMeo shares insights on the revamped team and their dynamic approach, promising an exciting brand of basketball.
CHEF JOHN SALLMAN: My Pasta E Fagioli Recipe
Table of Contents What is Pasta E Fagioli? Chefs communicate through food. We thank we apologize, we comfort, we donate, we celebrate, and yes, we even satisfy hunger by preparing a meal. International Chefs Day is celebrated every year on October 20th. The day focuses on educating children around the globe about healthy eating. It’s […]
Preparing for Election 2024: Okaloosa County Commissioner Mel Ponder
Commissioner Mel Ponder discusses Okaloosa County, his achievements, and his commitment to preserving family values. As the 2024 election approaches, Ponder’s vision for a prosperous and culturally rich Okaloosa County comes into focus, with a focus on prudent fiscal management and infrastructure development. #OkaloosaCounty #ConservativeValues
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.
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.
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.
