Former Niceville cop: ‘No contest’ in Flock stalking case
Coty Wayne Hall, a former Niceville police officer will NOT serve time after pleading no contest in his case in Okaloosa Court.
Okaloosa Reveals Official Graduation Schedule for Class of 2026
Okaloosa County School District has released its Class of 2026 graduation schedule, with ceremonies set for May 19–22 and livestream options available.
New Fire Response Model Aims to Save Minutes in Emergencies
Niceville-area fire departments will begin sending the closest available unit to emergencies May 1, aiming to cut response times and improve care.
Meyer Named New Principal at Niceville High School
Niceville High School has a new Head Eagle on Campus. Learn more about Principal Amy Meyer here!
Growth, Change, and Opportunity: CHELCO Maps the Future
CHELCO leaders outlined future energy challenges while awarding scholarships and confirming board leadership at their annual meeting.
Niceville Good Neighbor: Carlos Moreno
While many know Carlos through his 34-year career at UPS, it’s the last 20-plus years spent delivering in Niceville that made him a local icon. In an era of quick interactions, Carlos chose to build what he calls “remarkable relationships.” The impact of his kindness was recently made clear on social media, where a flood of “Word of Mouth” posts praised his dedication and expressed just how much the community would miss seeing him on his rounds.
RadioActive Roaches: these techy teens hope to beat the odds
“This is a bold statement, and I say it every time, ‘There is nothing else that will prepare students better for post-secondary life, whether that’s job or education in this program, because we hit it all,’” Coach Ben Shuman said. “These kids, high school students, are doing things here that engineering students in their senior projects don’t even get to do.”
Niceville High Students Navigate the Cost of Adult Life
Niceville High students took on adult financial responsibilities during the annual “Reality Check” simulation, learning budgeting skills through real-world scenarios.
We talked to Niceville’s new football coach. Here’s what he said about the program in 2026:
In a candid sit-down on the same field where they won a state championship in 1988, former Niceville teammates Heath Rominger and Adron Robinson—now the Eagles’ head coach—reflected on how much has changed in high school football, and how much hasn’t. Robinson’s message was clear: while schemes and safety rules have evolved, Niceville’s standard of discipline, accountability, and character remains the same. With a philosophy built on the simple phrase “everything matters,” Robinson is blending tradition with innovation as he leads the Eagles into a new era.
This is why this inspired man created the Emerald Coast
When he arrived, he was one of the most controversial figures in Northwest Florida. By the time he died, he was universally loved.
