The Latest on Hurricane Ian for Niceville
The latest information on Hurricane Ian as it relates to Niceville, Valpraiso, Eglin Air Force Base and Freeport.
Video: Eglin EOD tests out new Robot
Eglin Air Force Base’s EOD flight has one of just two brand-spankin-new T7 robots. The T7 helps EOD Techs get rid of dangerous unexploded ordinance and improvised explosive devices (IEDs) while keeping Americans and allies safe.
Local American Legionnaires Raise $20,000 for Kentucky Tornado Victims.
A delegation from the American Legion Post in Mayfield, Kentucky stopped by post 221 in Niceville to thank them for their help after torndaoes devastated the town last December.
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.
45 Eglin F-35s Idled After Ejection Seat Issue Found
A total of 45 F-35 fighter-bomber jets were grounded after an issue with the plane’s ejection seats was found.
Heald Added to Niceville Civic Hall of Fame
Heald served as the commander for two units at Eglin Air Force Base
EOD Soldiers Give Sharing and Caring a New Coat of Paint for Summer
Painting, like diffusing explosives, takes a delicate touch. So, you could say that the brushstrokes Army EOD students left on the side of Sharing and Caring in Niceville were a training exercise.
