Victim of Skateboard Crash on John Sims Stable, Critical

Brandon Eastlick, struck by a car on John Sims Parkway, shows hopeful recovery signs, but his family faces financial strain as they rally to support the father of seven.
Police: Electric Skateboarder in Accident on John Sims In Critical Condition

man riding an electric skateboard was critically injured in a collision with a silver Toyota Sequoia on State Road 20 in Niceville, Florida, on September 8, 2025, prompting an ongoing police investigation.
Family questions FHP handling after fatal Highway 20 crash

The family of a Niceville man killed in a July crash says the Florida Highway Patrol mishandled the investigation, failed to preserve evidence, and allowed the driverβs case to be closed with only a traffic fine.
Suspect arrested after Plew Elementary goes in lockdown, no injuries reported

Police arrested a fugitive who jumped Plew Elementaryβs fence Wednesday, triggering a brief campus lockdown.
Niceville Announces Return of Veterans Day Parade for 2025

The City of Niceville announced the return of its Veterans Day Parade on November 15, 2025, inviting participants and community groups to register and nominate a Grand Marshal to lead the event honoring veterans.
Niceville Falls to Lincoln In Playoff Rematch

The Niceville Eagles battled hard but fell 36-29 to the Lincoln Trojans in a penalty-filled road matchup decided in the final minutes.
Deschaine Fires Attorney in Murder Trial

Dylan Deschaineβs murder trial faces new delays after the court removed his attorney, Michael Weinstock, and prepared to appoint Crestview lawyer Marty Knopes as his replacement.
Niceville’s Taxes Are (Probably) Going Up – But City Leaders Think You’ll Be Happy About It Because of This Project

Niceville leaders say a proposed property tax hike will finally bring residents their long-awaited sports complex while tackling years of deferred maintenance.
NEW INFO: Niceville Police Chief Says Officers Stopped Mass Murder

Niceville Police say a routine traffic stop uncovered an armed man planning a mass shooting, leading to his arrest and the seizure of multiple weapons
Expect This Pier and Dock To Be Finished in Niceville By Next Summer:

Niceville has approved a $3 million project to build a pier and dock on Boggy Bayou, marking the first phase of the long-awaited Old Town Landing development.