This Is How Much Money Niceville’s School Zone Cameras Made in 45 Days
Speeding through Niceville school zones? New traffic cameras aren’t just watching — they’re cashing in. With nearly $100K in tickets issued in just six weeks, here’s who’s paying, who’s getting paid, and why city leaders say this is about more than money.
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.
Valparaiso’s Fire Chief Is Out. Is This A Golden Opportunity?
Valparaiso just lost its fire chief—and with it, the City may be inching closer to a historic fire department merger that could reshape emergency services across the Twin Cities.
Niceville Good Neighbor: Jerry Matthews
Niceville Good Neighbor: Jerry Matthews Christopher Saul June 3, 2025 6:20 pm Niceville In Brief: 🌽 Jerry Matthews, an 86-year-old Navy veteran, shares fresh farm produce from his family with neighbors in need across Niceville.🏘️ Nominated by neighbor Anna Pugh, Matthews is recognized for his kindness and community spirit as the May Good Neighbor of […]
Masked, Bejeweled, and Ready to Rule: Who Will Be Captain Billy 70?
Masked, Bejeweled, and Ready to Rule: Who Will Be Captain Billy 70? Staff Reports June 3, 2025 3:18 pm Events, Fort Walton Beach, Niceville In Brief: The mysterious new Captain Billy 70 will be revealed when the 70th Annual Billy Bowlegs Coronation Pageant sails into Niceville on June 14 at the Mattie Kelly Arts Center. […]
Will Niceville Eliminate THIS Affordable Housing Option?
When a local family added a small home to care for both their aging parent and son with autism, they followed all the rules—yet still sparked a citywide debate about property values, affordable housing, and what it really means to “keep Niceville nice.”
Taiwan Trip Sparks Big Ideas for Niceville’s Future
Taiwan Trip Sparks Big Ideas for Niceville’s Future Staff Reports June 3, 2025 11:17 am Business, News, Niceville In Brief: Niceville City Manager David Deitch returned from his trip to Taiwan, where he met with local leaders – including a past and a future presidential candidate for that country. Deitch visited the island nation off […]
Law Enforcement Works Together, Rescues Lost Boy on Eglin Range
Dozens of first responders searched land, air, and water—then came the moment they all hoped for: a missing 7-year-old boy was found alive deep in the creeks of Rocky Bayou.
Grant Helps Kiwanis Deliver Hope to Foster Kids
Grant Helps Kiwanis Deliver Hope to Foster Kids Staff Reports May 26, 2025 8:55 am Uncategorized In Brief: A $3,000 grant from NextEra Energy Foundation will help the Kiwanis Foundation of Niceville-Valparaiso expand its Bags of Hope program. The initiative provides duffel bags with essential items to foster children across four Northwest Florida counties. With […]
