Niceville’s New Wawa Is Opening With Free Coffee and a First-Responder Challenge

Wawa will celebrate the grand opening of its new Niceville store Thursday, August 27, with free hot coffee, T-shirts for the first 100 customers and a Hoagies for Heroes competition featuring local first responders. The celebration at 1560 E. John Sims Parkway will also include remarks, music, Wally Goose and a ribbon cutting.
Christmas Lights, Music and Magic Return to Niceville for 10th Annual Show

Niceville’s “Tune In To Troon” Christmas Lightshow is celebrating its 10th year with a free nightly display of synchronized Christmas lights, music and animated features. The Bluewater Bay attraction runs from December 5 through January 6 at 1074 Troon Drive E, with shows beginning every evening at 6 p.m.
OPINION: Tallman calls out Mid Bay News, urges community to move beyond election division

The recent school board elections were intense, but it is time for our community to unite. Instead of lingering on political division and personal attacks, we must focus on what truly matters: safe schools, excellent education, and accountability. Let’s invest our energy in our students’ success and build a stronger, more collaborative future together.
Mills Degree of Excellence | NEST Program helps new Eagles soar at Niceville High School

Niceville High School senior Alli Culbertson has spent her high school years helping incoming freshmen find their footing through the NEST Program. As a NEST director and varsity cheerleader, Culbertson helps students connect, learn school traditions and feel more comfortable as they begin their high school journey.
After 80 Years, Niceville Church Unveils New Name And A Powerful New Vision

Generations United Church is beginning a new chapter in its more than 80-year history as One Church. The Niceville congregation officially adopted its new name on August 16, saying the change reflects its vision of reaching “just one more” person while maintaining its existing mission, ministries, worship schedule and commitment to the community.
Niceville Good Neighbor | Howard Hill dedicates decades to providing affordable soccer opportunities for Niceville kids

Howard Hill has spent more than 30 years leading Niceville’s PAL Soccer League, helping provide affordable soccer opportunities for local children. His dedication to youth sports and PAL’s special-needs VIP program earned him August’s Ryan Cabaniss Niceville Good Neighbor Award.
The E-Bike Escape That Ended With a Crash

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Niceville contractors clear the way for this new business:

Is it going to be a storage unit, a car wash… or maybe something else entirely?
Niceville PD nab the (alleged) Turkey Creek Streaker

A 46-year-old Milton man was arrested on August 6, 2026, following a public indecent exposure incident at Turkey Creek in Niceville. Bradley Patrick was taken into custody in Santa Rosa County on an active Niceville Police Department warrant and is currently awaiting extradition to Okaloosa County to face charges.
Niceville’s Lacrosse Future Takes Shape At Free August 15 Clinic

Niceville’s growing lacrosse community is coming together August 15 for a free youth clinic at Twin Oaks. The Florida Raptors will hold inaugural tryouts while professional lacrosse player Myles Jones and Navy lacrosse legend Gary Quackenbush lead drills. The event aims to introduce more local children to lacrosse and grow the sport.