Former fire chief sues Valparaiso. Here are the allegations:
Former fire chief sues Valparaiso. Here are the allegations: Christopher Saul April 20, 2026 2:32 pm Valparaiso Former Valparaiso Fire Lieutenant and Interim Fire Chief David Lanier, who was fired after an investigation into alleged retaliation and accusations that he used a racial slur at Black firefighters, has filed a lawsuit against the City of […]
This is why this inspired man created the Emerald Coast
When he arrived, he was one of the most controversial figures in Northwest Florida. By the time he died, he was universally loved.
Yellow water shows up in Valparaiso: This is what happened.
We know there’s a joke in here, but we’re going to skip past it. This is what’s happening with Valparaiso’s water discoloration.
Morgan victorious in three-way race for Valparaiso Mayor
Joe Morgan is Valparaiso’s next mayor. He returns to the dais after a ten year hiatus.
Valparaiso Mayor Candidate Interview: Joe Morgan
Joe Morgan is a former Army officer who has spent time as a Valparaiso Commissioner, Okaloosa County School District science teacher and realtor. We ask him the questions you want answered before you vote next week.
Valparaiso Mayor Candidate Interview: Chris Wasdin
Valparaiso Commissioner Chris Wasdin gives her argument for why she should be the city’s next mayor before election day, March 10.
Valparaiso Fast-Tracks $200,000 Overhaul of Mold-Plagued Fire Station
Facing mold, roof rot, and HVAC failures, Valparaiso officials approved $200,000 in emergency funding to restore the city’s fire station.
Valparaiso could make THIS MUCH money every day from a new speed camera near Eglin:
So, if everyone decided to ignore the school zone tickets and keeps driving the way they are now – Valparaiso alone would earn an additional $78,000 per day in revenue – based on Blue Line’s five-day study.
Resignations, a fire department reshuffle, and one employee on the chopping block in Valparaiso this month
VALPARAISO GOVERNMENT: A commissioner resigns, Niceville swoops in to administer the fire department (again), and one employee may be fired after allegations he went on a profanity-laced rant against a homeowner surface at the monthly commission meeting.
Is this the end for Valparaiso Fire Department? + Other Valp Commission updates
The Valparaiso City Commission’s December meeting covered major topics including the future of fire services with Niceville, a proposed E-bike ordinance, the move into the new city hall, and the lineup for the 2026 mayoral election.
