Okaloosa County approves Niceville Animal Clinic deal as PAWS contract nears end
Okaloosa County commissioners approved a new agreement with Niceville Animal Clinic for animal sheltering and veterinary services as the county prepares to take over animal control responsibilities south of Eglin. The deal comes as the county’s longtime PAWS contract approaches its September 22 expiration date.
The Niceville Fire Department needs your help:
Niceville Fire Department says it wants your input to create a strategic plan.
Sinfonia Gulf Coast to perform live score for ‘Oz’
Sinfonia Gulf Coast *claims* its “redefined” symphony experience promises a “magical new way” to see “The Wizard of Oz.”
Knights of Columbus Plan Oktoberfest Fundraiser at 3rd Planet.
The Knights of Columbus will to provide food for their “Oktoberfest” event, asserting all food proceeds benefit local charities.
Eglin announces extraordinary $50k gift to Niceville Chamber
Eglin Federal Credit Union has pledged a $50,000 donation to the Niceville-Valparaiso Chamber of Commerce. This significant contribution is earmarked for capital improvements and exterior repairs to the Chamber’s historic facility, celebrating a partnership that has spanned over 53 years of supporting local economic growth and the business community.
Chambers’ presentation reveals bold bets for Okaloosa Schools
Okaloosa County School District Superintendent Marcus Chambers has outlined a strategic vision for the district’s future amid the rising influence of school vouchers and increased competition from private, home, and virtual schooling. By emphasizing a “reimagining” of elementary education, workforce-aligned career training, and targeted facilities upgrades, the district aims to maintain its high performance ratings and adapt to shifting population growth across the county.
DeSantis Awards NWFSC $3 Million for New Maritime Training Center
Northwest Florida State College is set to expand its workforce training offerings after Gov. Ron DeSantis announced a $3 million investment Monday for a new Maritime Fabrication Training Center on the college’s Niceville campus. The approximately 4,000-square-foot facility will be designed to prepare students for high-demand careers in composite fabrication, testing and industrial pipefitting. NWFSC […]
Okaloosa deputies arrest Niceville man, allege AI-generated CSAM
The Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office has arrested Niceville resident Marcus Jordan, charging him with three counts of possession of child sexual abuse material. According to investigators, the material was AI-generated. Jordan is currently released on a $125,000 bond, and the investigation remains ongoing while he awaits trial.
The woesome wait for Wawa ends in Niceville
More than 400 people welcomed the long-anticipated Wawa to Niceville on Thursday morning. The new location on John Sims Parkway, which features gas and Wawa’s signature hoagies, drew enthusiastic crowds, including local fans donning Philadelphia Eagles jerseys and former Wawa employees eager for a taste of home.
Basin Alliance changes name, claims expanded mission.
The organization claims its renaming promises enhanced local water protection and increased coordination, pending verification of impact.
