Charges Against Former AFSOC Chief Anthony Green Revealed

The Air Force Special Operations Command’s former top enlisted man will face serious charges, starting in February.
Niceville City Council Talks Purple Pipes and Special Needs Parks Cost Increases

Niceville City Council faces down increased costs for the special needs park while moving forward with a ‘purple piping’ reclaimed water project slated for completion on the east side of town by late 2026.
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.
FHSAA releases 2026 football reclassifications – Here’s who WON and LOST on the Emerald Coast:

The official Florida High School football classifications are here, detailing the new districts and early predictions for Northwest Florida teams through the 2027 season.
Valparaiso could add speed cameras in front of Eglin Air Force Base. Here’s what’s happening now:

Valparaiso discuss moving forward with a plan to install school zone speed cameras on John Sims Parkway near Eglin Air Force Base.
Valpraiso Fires Fire Chief After Secret Session

Valparaiso Fire Chief David Lanier is out after a tumultuous five-month tenure, with an EEOC complaint from a reinstated lieutenant ultimately leading to the commission’s unanimous decision to terminate him.
Kemper Hodges Earns First QB Start For Air Force Academy

Junior quarterback Kemper Hodges made his first-ever start at quarterback for the Air Force Academy football team against the New Mexico Lobos, a challenging experience that underscores the unique life of a cadet-athlete.
GALLERY: Christmas 2025 on the Emerald Coast (Send in your photos NOW!)

Merry Christmas to all from Mid Bay News! Here are the photo highlights of the season from around Northwest Florida and the Emerald Coast!
OPINION: Why Won’t Okaloosa County Honor The Only Woman Awarded The Medal Of Honor At Their Women Veterans Monnunment?

Why won’t the Okaloosa County Women Veterans Monument Committee honor Dr. Mary Walker?
GALLERY: Edge Elementary Celebrates its 100th Anniversary

Edge Elementary celebrated 100 years of education on the grounds of the school along SR-85 in Niceville.