Industry of the Future? Hsu Foundation Wants You(r Government) to Co-Sign On A $102 Million Grant
A local nonprofit started by entrepreneur Paul Hsu wants to partner with Okaloosa County to apply for a $100M+ grant. Commissioners aren’t sold on the idea.
Niceville Council Rejects Car Lot on Government Avenue
A used Car Lot will not set up shop next to Williams Insurance Agency on Government Avenue in Niceville after a vote of the city council on Tuesday. The lot would have taken the place of the old Angels Attic Thrift Store building.
Niceville Breweries Host Fundraiser for Hurricane Ian Victims
The 3rd Planet bike club, based at 3rd Planet Brewing in Niceville will host a supply drive for victims of Hurricane Ian, starting October 3rd and going through the 14th. Volunteers will be on-site to collect donations at the brewery from 3-7 PM.
Nationwide Economic Uncertainty Fails to Buoy Niceville Thrift Shops
Nationally, an unsteady economy may appear to impact pocketbooks, with people finding ways to save.
If thrift store shopping could be an indication of inflationary and recession shopping, it hasn’t been seen by workers in two Niceville thrift stores.
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.
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!
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 Grad’s IT Business Lands on Inc. 5,000 List
Niceville native Paul Sjoberg got his first taste of entrepreneurship in the ice cream business.
