Kiwanis Club to Raise Funds for Children’s Hospital During Two-Day Drive
The Kiwanis Club of Niceville-Valparaiso will collect donations at local stores on May 2–3 to support pediatric care at the Studer Family Children’s Hospital in Pensacola, part of the Children’s Miracle Network.
Sacred Heart Emerald Coast Recognized Among Top Maternity Hospitals in U.S. for Fifth Year
Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast has been named one of America’s Best Maternity Care Hospitals by Newsweek for the fifth year, with additional national recognition for its maternal care services and regional NICU access.
Department of Health in Okaloosa Issues Water Quality Health Advisory
The Department of Health in Okaloosa County has issued a Water Quality Health Advisory for Liza Jackson Park, Garniers Beach Park and Lincoln Park.
Here’s How Walton and Okaloosa Ranked for Child Well Being:
How do Walton and Okaloosa counties compare in child well-being? The latest Florida Policy Institute rankings reveal strengths—and surprising challenges.
Niceville Senior Center to Host Free ‘Passport to Health’ Event
The Niceville Senior Center Foundation will hold its 5th annual “Passport to Health” event on March 20, offering free health and wellness resources for adults 55 and older. The event will feature over 30 organizations, educational materials, and door prizes, including a $300 grand prize.
What This Niceville Dentist Says About Fluoride Might Shock You:
A surprising email with a hot take landed in the Mid Bay News inbox after Niceville removed Fluoride from the water system. Here’s what it said:
TRICARE SNAFU Leaves Area Healthcare Providers In The Wind
TRICARE’s transition to a new claims processing system has caused significant delays in provider payments, potentially affecting access to care for military members and their families.
Ascension Sacred Heart Foundation to Celebrate 75th Anniversary with Gala
The Ascension Sacred Heart Foundation will host its first “Paint the Town Red” Gala on February 8, 2025, to celebrate Sacred Heart Bay’s 75th anniversary and support its cardiovascular services.
Niceville Will Stop Adding Fluoride To Its Water
Niceville will cease adding fluoride to its drinking water on January 15 after a unanimous council vote, following City Manager David Deitch’s recommendation. Niceville was the last city in Okaloosa County to add fluoride, a practice criticized by some due to concerns about overexposure to fluoride potentially impacting children’s IQs, as reported in a study by the National Institutes of Health. The study, which expressed moderate confidence in its findings, noted the benefits of fluoride for oral health but highlighted concerns about overexposure from multiple sources.
Congressional Candidate Jimmy Patronis Talks F-35 Program, Affordable Housing and Daycare in Niceville
Jimmy Patronis, running for Florida’s 1st Congressional District seat, addressed the F-35 program, housing issues, and campaign priorities during a Niceville event.
