Some of the World’s Greatest Musical Artists Are Giving A Free Concert in Niceville January 17, 2025

World-class musicians, including Alon Goldstein and acclaimed acts like Amit Peledโs Cello Gang, Eleni Katz, Neo-Art Piano Duo, and Medhelan Duo, will perform a series of free concerts across Floridaโs Emerald Coast next week. Organized by the Emerald Coast Music Alliance, the program aims to bring classical music to underserved communities, with two public performances scheduled for January 16 at the Fort Walton Beach Civic Auditorium and January 17 at Crosspoint Church in Niceville, both at 6 p.m.
Meet Emery Hagan, The 2025 Taylor Haugen Trophy Winner!

Senior Emery Hagan of Paxton School has been named the 2024 recipient of the Taylor Haugen Trophy, an award honoring student-athletes who embody leadership, compassion, and perseverance. As the first-ever winner from her school, Hagan, a golfer and cheerleader, attributes her accomplishments to values instilled by her late mother and hopes her story inspires others in small schools to pursue similar opportunities.
Emerald Coast Public Relations Foundation Offers $1,000 Scholarships

The Emerald Coast Public Relations Foundation is awarding $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors in Okaloosa, Walton, and Santa Rosa counties pursuing degrees in public relations, communications, marketing, or journalism, with applications due March 17, 2025.
Congressional Candidate Jimmy Patronis Talks F-35 Program, Affordable Housing and Daycare in Niceville

Jimmy Patronis, running for Floridaโs 1st Congressional District seat, addressed the F-35 program, housing issues, and campaign priorities during a Niceville event.
Who Is Impact 100?

โImagine the power of women coming together to create $100,000 grantsโsee how Impact 100 Northwest Florida is changing lives in Okaloosa and Walton Counties.โ
This Organization Just Donated Almost $2 Million to Local Nonprofits:

This local organization will give $1.9 Million to non profits around the Okaloosa County area.
Matt Gaetz Resigned… Now What? How We Elect A New Representative:

Matt Gaetz is no longer the representative for Northwest Florida. But there’s almost half a year until we will have someone representing the Emerald Coast in Congress again. Here’s how the process will work and who wants to be your next congressperson.
Steve Schutt: The Mortgage Hack For Active Duty And Vets to Save $1,000s on their Mortgage in Okaloosa

Steve Schutt, a loan officer at Movement Mortgage, suggests this strategy to help homebuyers save on monthly payments without needing sellers to drop home prices.
Alaqua Seeks Help For Dogs Displaced By Recent Hurricanes

Alaqua Animal Refuge in Freeport urgently seeks community support to sustain ongoing care for animals displaced by Hurricane Milton, as resources remain strained despite national assistance.
Man Threatens To Blow Up Niceville Duplex, Starts Standoff in DeFuniak Springs – Details:

Michael Stephen Boone was arrested following a bomb threat, a standoff, and arson after he threatened a local citizen and law enforcement. Multiple agencies responded, and Boone now faces several charges as the investigation continues.