Rocky Bayou Christian Student Celebrated for Saving Classmate’s Life

A local sixth graderβs quick thinking turned a lunchroom emergency into a lifesaving momentβsee how Charlotte Walsh earned recognition from Niceville Police!
Here’s What Happened At Dylan Deschaine’s Stand Your Ground Motion Hearing:

A rare courtroom move, shocking testimony, and a long-awaited decisionβDylan Deschaine took the stand in his own defense as the court examines whether his actions in the death of Mike Ledford qualify as self-defense.
Niceville High School Principal Named Regional Director for Education Leadership Group

Niceville High School Principal Charlie Marello has been appointed the Northwest Florida Regional Director for the Florida Association of Secondary School Principals (FASSP), where he will support and advocate for school administrators across the region.
Northwest Florida State College Hosts 2025 Arnie Hart Exhibition

Northwest Florida State College’s Mattie Kelly Arts Center will host the 2025 Arnie Hart Juried Student and Faculty Exhibition, featuring 75 selected student artworks, with an opening reception and awards ceremony on April 10 in Niceville.
Niceville Cheer Recognized for Sixth State Championship in a Row!

ππ€―π Niceville Cheer out here putting up Tom Brady numbers. #GOAT
A Bed 4 Me Foundation Receives $6,000 Grant from ALTA Good Deeds Foundation

The ALTA Good Deeds Foundation awarded a $6,000 grant to A Bed 4 Me Foundation in Valparaiso, Fla., to support its mission of providing beds for children in need.
Election Results: One Amendment Passes, The Other Fails in Niceville

Niceville voters made key decisions on city governance, affecting the city clerkβs residency requirement and how council vacancies are filledβsee the full breakdown of the results!
After Just One Week, Niceville’s New School Zone Cameras Caught THIS MANY Speeders

More than 600 drivers were recorded speeding in Niceville school zones during the first week of new traffic cameras, prompting city officials to urge caution and compliance.
New Niceville Councilmen Take Oath of Office

Nicevilleβs city council just got a shake-upβfind out whoβs stepping in, whoβs stepping out, and whatβs next for the cityβs leadership!
Hiccups Hamper Election Day in Niceville

The Okaloosa County Supervisor of Elections faced election day issues with early test result postings and unreadable ballots, highlighting challenges in a busy election season.