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, 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.
Niceville Considers Speed Cameras in School Zones

City May Move Forward With Plan to Install Speed Cameras in School Zones. Here’s When Speeders Might Get Their First Tickets:
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.
Whack-A-Mole, But With Drugs: Niceville PD Busts Alleged Drug Den on College Cove

The Niceville Police executed a raid in the drug-prone College Cove neighborhood, leading to multiple arrests as part of their ongoing efforts to combat drug-related issues in the community. The operation follows increased police presence as the city expands its jurisdiction, with local residents expressing support for the efforts to improve community safety.
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.
STOPPING SUICIDE: This Is The Plan The Secretary of Defense Believes Will Reduce Suicides In The US Military

Secretary of Defense unveils a plan to combat military suicides, emphasizing support, mental health, and stigma reduction. πΊπΈ #SuicidePrevention
REMEMBERING RANDY WISE – Stretch Of Highway To Be Named After Longtime Niceville Mayor

Remembering Mayor Randy Wise: A stretch of SR 285 to be dedicated in honor of his 49-year service to Niceville.