Social Media Turns High School Speaker Into Political Flashpoint

A guest speaker invited by a student-led club at Fort Walton Beach High School has ignited the first major debate in the race for the District 1 seat on the Okaloosa County School Board.
Shawna Crist Named Ryan Cabaniss State Farm Niceville Good Neighbor

Shawna Crist, a dedicated Okaloosa County Schools Teacher, Employee and Volunteer is this month’s Niceville Good Neighbor
Judge makes key ruling before critical Fort Walton Beach referendum

Judge William Stone’s ruling on several ballot measures ahead of Fort Walton Beach’s March 10 referendum vote has serious consequences for the future.
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.
PHOTOS: Niceville Little League Opening Day 2026

More than 700 children walked in the Niceville Little League opening day parade on February 28th. Check our our photos of the teams here!
Former AFSOC chief will face general court-martial

Former AFSOC Chief Master Sergeant Anthony Green will face a general court-martial to answer charges of creating child pornography
Tour + your questions answered about Niceville’s new turf field

We show. you the new artificial turf field at Niceville High School – and Principal Charlie Marello answers tough questions about the decision to install it.
Former Rocky Bayou teacher accused of molestation pleads to battery.

Aaron Gleason, a former teacher at Rocky Bayou Christian School, pleaded guilty to felony assault as a part of an agreement with the Office of the State Attorney. More here:
Brothers at heart of jail healthcare scandal resurface

Nolan Weeks and Chad Laboy, the two brothers who operate HealthCred Care, announced their intent to donate $140,000 to law enforcement agencies. Previously, they were at the middle of a scandal involving healthcare signups at the Okaloosa Jail that ended in Weeks’ resignation as a County employee.
Hicks, Barto added to All Sports Association Hall of Fame

Two Niceville High School football legends were added to the most prestigious lineup in Emerald Coast athletics.