These Freedom Seekers Made Their Final Stand at the Black Alamo – 50 years before the Civil War!
In the heart of Florida’s Panhandle, a hidden gem lies at Prospect Bluff, where Fort Gadsden stands as a silent witness to a tumultuous past. Once a refuge for escaped enslaved people and Creek Indians, this historic site played a pivotal role during the War of 1812. Today, ongoing archaeological efforts aim to unearth the stories of those who fought for freedom in what some call the “Black Alamo.”
Heritage Museum Celebrates Day In The Park and Restored Exhibit
A 5k, a race, music and the unveiling of a restored artifact made the 48th Day in the park a winner for the Heritage Museum
Boggy Update: The Flagrant Rebrand
Paul Sjoberg, a local entrepreneur, joins Journalist Christopher Saul as a co-host on the podcast. The pair discuss everything going on in our part of paradise.
How Did Eglin Air Force Base Get Its Name?
The 86th anniversary of a tragic event takes place on New Year’s Day, 2023. It’s also the reason Eglin Air Force Base is Named Eglin Air Force Base.
The Top 10 Stories of 2023
These are the top ten stories, as judged by the number of people who read them, in 2023. What did you think was the most important local story of the year? Vote now!
Valparaiso’s Heritage Museum Wins Impact100 Grant
Members of Impact100 and Grant Recipients pose with oversized checks for 100,000. Impact100 Grants To Make Difference in Northwest Florida The Northwest Florida Heritage Museum has won a $100,000 Impact 100 grant to build a new wing to the Valparaiso museum. The project, which will cost the nonprofit museum $175,000, will receive other funding from a […]
This Valparaiso Non Profit Is A Finalist For An Impact100 Grant
In a remarkable show of community support, Impact100 Northwest Florida is set to award a total of $400,000 in grants to local nonprofits at their highly anticipated Annual Meeting on Sunday, November 5. The event, scheduled to take place from 2 – 5 pm, will unfold at the Island Resort, located at 1500 Miracle Strip Parkway SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548.
The Annual Meeting offers an extraordinary opportunity for Impact100 members to directly impact their community. During the event, representatives from nine local organizations will present brief but impactful pitches, with members voting to determine which four will be awarded $100,000 grants.
The finalists and their respective projects span across five categories, showcasing a diverse range of initiatives aimed at enhancing the community:
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 […]
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.
The five hidden gems of Niceville you need to check out!
If you’ve lived in the Mid-Bay area for any length of time, you’re probably familiar with the “crown jewels” of the community: popular spots like Turkey Creek Nature Trail, the Mattie Kelly Arts Center at Northwest Florida State College, the Niceville Children’s Park, and Lincoln Park in Valparaiso and Lions Park in Niceville.
