Florida Governor Announces Funding to Add CDL Drivers to Florida’s Workforce

Governor Ron DeSantis announced Thursday that Northwest Florida State College (NWFSC) will receive $1.5 Million to help alleviate the shortage of CDL-certified truck drivers in the state.
Here’s how much money Okaloosa County Government Plans to Spend in 2023
While the final decision is on September 20th, and could change – it looks like the Okaloosa County Government is spending this much this year.
Potential $300,000 Tax Break Awarded to Crestview Aviation Company

Gulf Air Group will receive a $300,000 tax break over the next 10 years. In exchange, they promise to add 55 high-paying jobs to the Okaloosa County Economy.
Bluewater Witch Ride Announces Itenerary
The Witches of Bluewater Bay have announced their itinerary for their annual Witch Ride. The event will raise money for a children’s charity.
The Lewis Falcons Host their First Match on a New Home Court, Thanks to Sales Tax.
The Lewis School christened their new arena floor at the Taylor Haugen gymnasium August 29th.
Niceville-Area Primary Election Updates and Results 2022
Here are the results for our elections in Okaloosa County, including County Commissioner and School Board
Okaloosa Sheriff’s Office Drone Latest Victim to New Florida Rule
The Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office Drone is the latest casualty of the Florida State Government’s mandate that all government agencies stop using DJI products – and only use products approved from a short list of manufacturers.
This Niceville Man Wants $300,000 to Overhaul Niceville’s Baseball Stadium. Here’s His Plan To Get The Money
The City of Niceville – and the rest of the county may now use Tourism Development Tax money, also known as hotel tax money on projects.
Multiuse Path for Eastern Niceville One Step Closer to Reality
College Boulevard is one step closer to having safer walking, running and biking where it meets Forest Road.
Okaloosa SO Trains for Active Shooter at NWFSC, Bluewater Elementary
Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Deputies will work with Northwest Florida State College to train for an active shooter on campus this week.