Kiwanis Club to Host 35th Annual Pancake Breakfast and Silent Auction

The Kiwanis Club of Niceville-Valparaiso will host its 35th Annual Pancake Breakfast and Silent Auction on March 1, 2025, at the Niceville Community Center to benefit local charities and youth programs.
All Sports Association to Host 56th Annual Award Banquet

The 56th Annual All Sports Association Awards Banquet, featuring keynote speaker Urban Meyer, will honor athletes and support local charities on February 21, 2025, at Northwest Florida State College.
Okaloosa County School District Opens Kindergarten and New Student Registration

Okaloosa County School District has opened registration for kindergarteners and new students for the 2025-2026 school year, requiring families to use the Focus Parent Portal for enrollment.
Niceville Will Stop Adding Fluoride To Its Water

Niceville will cease adding fluoride to its drinking water on January 15 after a unanimous council vote, following City Manager David Deitchโs recommendation. Niceville was the last city in Okaloosa County to add fluoride, a practice criticized by some due to concerns about overexposure to fluoride potentially impacting childrenโs IQs, as reported in a study by the National Institutes of Health. The study, which expressed moderate confidence in its findings, noted the benefits of fluoride for oral health but highlighted concerns about overexposure from multiple sources.
This Is When Niceville Will Turn On Its New School Zone Speed Cameras:

Niceville will activate new school zone traffic cameras near Niceville High School and Ruckel Middle School soon.
You Could Get Thrown In Jail For This in Niceville Now:

Niceville updated its ordinances to comply with a Florida state law prohibiting sleeping or camping on public property unless designated for recreation.
The Florida Bar Acknowledges Investigation of Matt Gaetz

Whatโs next for former Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz? A Florida Bar investigation, a congressional replacement race, and a potential run for governor in 2026.
$400,000 Closer to A New Fire Station in Niceville

Niceville secured a $400,000 grant to fund engineering and design work for a planned fire station in the Deer Moss Creek Development. The station will address the needs of the cityโs growing eastern area, support hurricane preparedness, and improve emergency response times. A timeline for construction has not been announced.
The Military Drops Thousands of Pounds of Jet Fuel on Your House. What Happens Next?

The Military Drops Thousands of Pounds of Jet Fuel on Your House. What Happens Next? Christopher Saul January 13, 2025 5:22 pm Eglin Air Force Base, Military, Niceville In Brief: โขโ๏ธ What: An F-16 fuel pod fell onto Gene Loweโs property, spilling jet fuel and causing significant damage. โข๐ Where: Loweโs property near Turkey Creek […]
Vehicle Burglary Arrest Made in Niceville

The Niceville Police Department arrested Michael Shawn Reiley for vehicle burglaries, recovering stolen firearms with the help of community-provided video evidence.