A Teacher Demands To See Your Phone – Do You Have To Unlock it? Here’s What The Experts Say:

A teacher demands to see your phone and claims you violated school policy. Can they force you to show them what’s on your phone? We interview the experts after a student claims this happened to him at a local school.
Dylan Deschaine’s Attorney Wants His Niceville Murder Case Dismissed. Here’s The Powerful Reason Why:

Newly obtained security footage from Paradise Liquors and Bealls provides further insight into the events leading up to the death of local restauranteur Mike Ledford. The videos depict a confrontation between Ledford and Dylan Deschaine, his alleged killer, and subsequent altercations in the parking lot. Deschaine’s defense attorney has filed a motion to dismiss the case under Florida’s stand-your-ground law. A hearing on the motion is scheduled for December 19.
Boyles Picks Up Law Enforcement Endorsements in State House Race

Nathan Boyles has secured endorsements from Sheriffs Bob Johnson and Eric Aden in his bid for State Representative District 3.
The Future of The Armed Services Manpower

Niceville High School’s JROTC program, led by Lt. Col. Charles Farmer, Jr., has rebounded to pre-pandemic enrollment levels as national trends show increased interest in military service among youth, though challenges in recruitment eligibility persist.
One of These People Will Serve As Northwest Florida’s Next Congressperson

Sixteen candidates are competing to fill Florida’s 1st Congressional District seat in a special election on April 1, following Matt Gaetz’s resignation. The field is dominated by Republicans, including frontrunner Jimmy Patronis, while a Democrat and several third-party candidates will appear on the general election ballot.
What Will Valparaiso Do About Water Pressure Problems?

Struggling with low water pressure, Valparaiso faces tough decisions and hefty costs to restore reliable service—find out what’s at stake for residents and fire safety.
This Familiar Face Will Run to Replace Dr. Joel Rudman in The Florida House of Reps

Former Okaloosa Commissioner Nathan Boyles has thrown his hat in the ring for an opportuinity to represent most of Santa Rosa County and Northern Okaloosa County in Tallahassee.
Heritage Museum Announces Yule of Yesteryear Dates for 2024

🎄Celebrate the season at the Yule of Yesteryear festival on Dec. 14! Join us for live music, crafts, kids’ activities, and more at Perrine Park in Valparaiso. Free event! More details: heritage-museum.org
📸: Niceville Football Leaves For Lakeland Final Four Game

Niceville’s 12-1 football team has left for Lakeland for what is likely to be the toughest contest of their season thus far.
Experts Say THIS Will Bring BIG $ to Okaloosa, But Commissioners Just Pulled it From Their Annual Wishlist

The Okaloosa County Commission voted unanimously to remove a $1.5 million funding request for the sinking of the historic SS United States as an artificial reef off Destin from its legislative priorities, citing economic concerns and public optics despite projections of significant tourism revenue.