The Latest Niceville Police Stats for September 2022

Niceville Police Chief David Popwell revealed September 2022’s police statistics to the Niceville City Council at their meeting on Tuesday.
What’s Up With That Abandoned Building on Niceville’s Government Ave?

As you head into Niceville/Valparaiso on SR-85, you’ll more than likely see an abandoned building that sits on the right-hand side of the road before you pass Tradewinds restaurant.
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.