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INTERVIEW: Niceville High School Alumna to Publish Queer Rom-Com Novel for Christmas

Niceville native Ella Schaefer is set to release her new queer rom-com novel, The Christmas Pick, on November 15, 2024. The book follows the story of Ava, a tech CEO, and Jo, a Christmas card photographer, as they navigate an enemies-to-lovers romance set in a fictional queer-friendly town. Schaefer, who co-wrote the book with her creative partner, hopes to bring fun and inclusivity to queer storytelling while highlighting the personal journey of self-discovery.

Despite Punishing Schedule, Niceville Eagle Pride Excels in Local Competition

A Niceville High School drum major dances to the rhythm the band produces at their game on Friday night. The Eagles would take down the Choctaw Indians in a 42-25 contest in Fort Walton Beach.

The Niceville Eagle Pride Marching Band wowed audiences with stellar performances at both the Southeastern United States Marching Festival in Troy, Alabama, and the Marching Music Performance Assessment in Cantonment, earning straight superior ratings. Check out their whirlwind week of achievements and find out what’s next for this talented group! #EaglePrideBand

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A drone view of the activity on Boggy Bayou before the annual fireworks festival put on every year by the cities of Niceville  and Valparaiso.