Valparaiso weighs possible department merger with Niceville Fire Chief
In Brief: The City of Valparaiso could see changes to its fire department, currently overseen by the Niceville Fire Department, to cut staffing costs and organize the department(s). Valparaiso City Commissioners discussed their ideas with Niceville Fire Chief Alex Kukulus at a workshop on June 11. Kukulus serves, along with the command team at Niceville […]
New Fire Response Model Aims to Save Minutes in Emergencies
Niceville-area fire departments will begin sending the closest available unit to emergencies May 1, aiming to cut response times and improve care.
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.
