Local Non Profit Secures Adaptive Bike for Special Needs Child

A rare diagnosis, a $10,000 bike, and a family’s joy — how one nonprofit is helping kids like Eli ride alongside their siblings and experience childhood on their own terms.
Here It Is: The 2025 Boggy Bayou Fireworks Schedule

Official times for fireworks for Niceville and Valparaiso’s annual celebration of Independence Day over Boggy Bayou have been announced.
UPDATE: Police Say Alleged Child Abduction Attempt in Niceville Was False Report

A child’s quick thinking may have stopped a kidnapping in Niceville—now police need your help to track down the suspect.
This Student May Save Niceville Elementary Schoolers Lives With An Idea

A Rocky Bayou Christian School fifth-grader’s letter to the city led to a new sidewalk installation near Plew Elementary School in Niceville, improving safety for student pedestrians.
Niceville in the Running for Grant to Build New Fire Station in Deer Moss Creek?

Niceville wants to build a $4.2 million firehouse—without spending a dime of local money. Here’s how a federal defense grant could make it happen.
Women’s College Hoops Returns to Raider Arena This Fall

Women’s College Hoops Returns to Raider Arena This Fall Staff Reports June 17, 2025 11:54 am Uncategorized In Brief: Emerald Coast Classic Set for November 24–25 in Niceville Eight college teams will compete in the second annual Emerald Coast Classic women’s basketball tournament, set for November 24–25 at Northwest Florida State College’s Raider Arena in […]
Niceville Football: Robert Stith Commits to West Virginia

A top Niceville wideout is heading to the Big 12 — but not before one more run with the Eagles. Here’s how Robert Stith and Max Roche plan to power Niceville’s offense under a new head coach.
Introducing: Homeward Hounds

Introducing: Homeward Hounds Staff Reports June 14, 2025 8:00 am Charities and Nonprofits, Niceville, Pets In Brief: Every month, we’re teaming up with Road Dogg Rescue to introduce you to a local pup looking for a second chance. These dogs aren’t broken, they’re just running out of time. Road Dogg Rescue pulls animals from overcrowded shelters […]
WaWa Gets Its Development Order for Niceville Location

Wawa is one step closer to opening in Niceville. The popular convenience chain received the green light to break ground at a major intersection in town—here’s what comes next.
Okaloosa Beefs Up Golf Cart Laws On Minors

A new ordinance now in effect across Okaloosa County tightens rules on golf cart use—targeting underage drivers and boosting safety standards in neighborhoods like Rocky Bayou and Shalimar.