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).
Eglin Cancels Closure of SR 285 for Explosives Testing

Eglin has canceled their closure of SR 285 on Wednesday, September 27th.
The five hidden gems of Niceville you need to check out!

If youβve lived in the Mid-Bay area for any length of time, youβre probably familiar with the βcrown jewelsβ of the community: popular spots like Turkey Creek Nature Trail, the Mattie Kelly Arts Center at Northwest Florida State College, the Niceville Childrenβs Park, and Lincoln Park in Valparaiso and Lions Park in Niceville.
We’re One Step Closer To What Your Property Taxes Will Look Like This Year. Here’s What Okaloosa County Will Spend Money on in 2024.

The Okaloosa County Commission has all but decided to keep your tax rate for county services at the same level as last year – but you will likely see a slight bump on your bill.
Northwest Florida State College Foundation Celebrates Achievements and Transitions at Annual Board Installation Event

Northwest Florida State College Foundation Celebrates Achievements and Transitions at Annual Board Installation Event
“Putin is a Killer” Activists Rally Against Russian Dictator in Destin

Ukrainians, Russians and sympathizers rallied in Destin for an end to Putin’s War in Ukraine and the 3rd Anniversary of the Attempted Assassination of Alexei Navalny in 2020.
Florida Government: Small Unemployment Increase in Northwest Florida

Florida’s workforce continues to grow – and Florida businesses continue to provide jobs for that workforce. Here’s what’s going on with the state’s economy.
Niceville High School’s Standardized Test Grades Soar – Here’s What Happens Next

Niceville High School has plenty of smart kids – and the test scores to prove it. The most recent test scores for state standardized tests, known as the Florida Assessment of Student Thinking (FAST), showed an improvement from last year – which was already head and shoulders above the state average.
Members of Congress lambast Eglin general over UFO information.

Members of Congress Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL) and Tim Burchett (R-TN) fired a shot across the bow of Eglin Commander Brigadier General Jeffrey Geraghty at a press conference Thursday. Congresspersons Luna, Burchett, and Jared Moskowitz (D-FL) accused the Air Force generally and Geraghty in all but name of hiding information related to Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP).
After More than a decade, the Army’s 7th Special Forces Group has made a home inΒ Okaloosa County

The 7th Special Forces Group (Airborne) celebrates their founding this weekend. You might not know this about the secretive group.