Niceville Graduate Races Toward a Professional Motorsports Career

Jackson Shirey, an Okaloosa Technical College graduate, is heading to Daytona after earning ASE Master certification and a prestigious racing internship.
Small-Town Generosity Creates A Big Impact for Shalimar Students

The Shalimar Library & Thrift Shop donated $3,000 to Shalimar Elementary, funding library materials and classroom supplies for students in need.
Courageous Student Report Leads to Arrest in School Threat Case

A Fort Walton Beach teen was arrested after escalating school shooting threats, with officials praising students who reported the behavior early.
A Remarkable Community Gift Is Changing Lives in Local Classrooms

The Fort Walton Beach Moose Lodge has donated more than $17,000 since 2022 to help eliminate student lunch debt at Okaloosa County elementary schools.
New Challenger Jerry Buckman Emerges in High-Stakes School Board Election

Jerry Buckman, a retired Air Force colonel and longtime resident, has announced his candidacy for Okaloosa School Board District One.
Okaloosa Schools Post Powerful Academic Gains, Higher Graduation Rates

Okaloosa County School District leaders are celebrating strong academic performance, rising graduation rates, and major campus improvements following the first semester of the school year.
Exceptional Leadership Powers Niceville Cadets to a Rare Perfect Inspection

Perfect score. Historic achievement. Niceville High School’s AFJROTC cadets just set the standard for excellence.
Niceville High School Goes on Brief Lockdown. Here’s What Happened:

Niceville High School went on a brief lockdown Tuesday morning after a gun sighting by a student.
Tim Bryant Recognized for Powerful Commitment to School Leadership Excellence

Okaloosa School Board Member Tim Bryant earned FSBA’s Advanced Certified Board Member designation, recognizing his leadership training and dedication to education.
Holy Family Catholic Academy celebrates first Niceville Catholic Schools Week

Holy Family Catholic Academy, Niceville’s newest private school, celebrates its first catholic schools week. Here’s what the classical Christian school is all about: