Costa Union Club and MJs Reopen to Public Acclaim
MJs Place, the coffee shop owned by MJ and David Costa, Jr., is officially back, serving Lucky Goat Coffee in a newly renovated building with a 1920s Art Deco vibe. The space, which is part of The New Costa Union Club, was packed during its ribbon-cutting ceremony. The building features an open floor plan with a massive bar, a secret lounge behind a bookcase, a conference room, and a state-of-the-art podcast recording studio. David Costa, Jr. expressed excitement about bringing people together in Niceville, calling it a place where you go and a place where you grow.
JD Peacock believes he’s the right guy for Okaloosa School Board. Here’s Why:
Former Okaloosa County Clerk of Court and longtime sheriff’s office leader JD Peacock explains why he’s running for Okaloosa County School Board District 1, outlining his priorities of student safety, stronger fiscal oversight, and better support for teachers. In this interview, he addresses teacher pay gaps with Walton County, the closure of Longwood and Mary Esther Elementary, school choice and competition, and how the district should plan for growth in Crestview.
Governor approves more pay for high school coaches – with caveats
High school sports coaches in Florida will now have the chance to make more money – contributed by booster clubs and alumni organizations. They will also be permitted to use their personal funds to support the student athletes they coach.
Eglin Maintainers Push Precision and Speed in New Contest
Eglin Air Force Base maintainers competed in the installation’s first-ever Sortie Generation Competition, testing speed, precision, and combat readiness.
