National Organization Names Okaloosa Sheriff’s Deputy Officer of the Year
Another national organization has honored an Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Deputy for their service to the community.
The Latest on Hurricane Ian for Niceville
The latest information on Hurricane Ian as it relates to Niceville, Valpraiso, Eglin Air Force Base and Freeport.
Red Flag Warning Issued for Okaloosa County and Northwest Florida
The National Weather Service (NWS) in Mobile issued a red flag warning for Okaloosa County and Santa Rosa County, due to the high wildfire danger present in the area.
Aqua Alert Initiative Goes Live in Okaloosa County
Okaloosa County Sheriff Eric Aden unveiled a new initiative, brainstormed by a Minnesota snowbird, which he hopes will save lives on the waters of Choctawhatchee Bay and the shores of Okaloosa Island and Destin.
Mental Health and Higher Ed; Rep. Patt Maney Preps for Third Year in Tallahassee
Representative Patt Maney’s first two years in Tallahassee went pretty well for him as far as freshmen lawmakers go. He got more bills passed in 2022 than any other freshman lawmaker in Tallahassee – a total of six.
Niceville to Install Speed Bumps in Deer Moss Creek Neighborhood
The City of Niceville will install two sets of speed bumps in the Deer Moss Creek neighborhood of Niceville, despite a protestation letter from the developer, Ruckel Properties. The letter was written in opposition to the potential road upgrade, according to Niceville Public Works Director Jonathon Laird.
ECCAC Recieves Large Grant to Prevent Child Abuse
The St. Joe Foundation gave $60,000 to fight child abuse in our area. Here’s how the money will get spent.
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.
August 16th Update: Traffic Crash Kills Niceville Police K-9, Puts Officer in Hospital
A traffic crash late Sunday, August 7th claimed the life of a police canine and put a Niceville Police Officer in Custody – Chief David Popwell confirmed Sunday night.
Niceville IT Warns About Continued Hacking Attempts Resulting From International Events
Yet another IT threat is out, about and attempting to gain access to the City of Niceville’s servers – according to City of Niceville IT Director Chad Morris.
