Jack Schlechter Appointed to First Judicial Circuit Court
Gov. Ron DeSantis appointed Judge Jack Schlechter to the First Judicial Circuit Court, filling a vacancy created by Judge Bergosh’s retirement. Schlechter has served as an Okaloosa County judge since 2022 and previously worked as a prosecutor and private attorney.
You Could Get Thrown In Jail For This in Niceville Now:
Niceville updated its ordinances to comply with a Florida state law prohibiting sleeping or camping on public property unless designated for recreation.
The Florida Bar Acknowledges Investigation of Matt Gaetz
What’s next for former Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz? A Florida Bar investigation, a congressional replacement race, and a potential run for governor in 2026.
OPINION: “A Republic, If You Can Keep It”
Guest Mike Behr argues constitutional amendments at the state level are not the best way to do government in the Sunshine State
Documents: Ponder to be Offered Top Job at Northwest Florida State College
According to documents obtained by Mid Bay News, Northwest Florida State College will offer Mel Ponder the top job at the school, following a search process.
Okaloosa State Rep Given Eagle Scouts’ Top Award
Florida Rep. Patt Maney was awarded the prestigious Distinguished Eagle Scout Award, recognizing his extensive national-level service and community contributions.
Florida Governor Announces 2024 Back to School Sales Tax Holiday
Get ready to save big this school year! Governor Ron DeSantis announces the Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday—don’t miss out on incredible savings on everything your student needs, from notebooks to laptops!
A Catholic School in Niceville? Here’s What We Know:
At the end of the meeting, Jeff Witt invited a crowd of about 150 Catholic adults at 3rd Planet Brewing in Niceville to join him in The Lord’s Prayer, but before he could begin, 100 voices had already started on their own. The gathering, which outgrew its initial side room and moved to the beer garden, aimed to gauge interest in starting a Catholic school in Niceville. Witt, a parishioner at Christ our Redeemer Catholic Church, highlighted the strong local desire for Catholic education, emphasizing the thriving community and the absence of a nearby Catholic school. Witt plans to gather further community input through a poll before making concrete decisions, with a vision of creating a faithful, affordable, and excellent Catholic school in Niceville.
You’ll (Probably) Pay More Taxes If You Vote For This Idea In November
Niceville City leaders outlined the cold hard truth – We gotta pay for roads, cops, firefighters and sewers somehow. Here’s the one thing that looks like it’ll save you money, but will probably cost you if you vote for it this November.
Boggy Update: The Flagrant Rebrand
Paul Sjoberg, a local entrepreneur, joins Journalist Christopher Saul as a co-host on the podcast. The pair discuss everything going on in our part of paradise.
