As Summer Heat Looms, Florida HVAC Companies Compete For Talent

As summer heat looms, a shortage of HVAC technicians across Northwest Florida could leave residents sweating—unless they act early to prepare their A/C systems.
📸: Eagles Triumph in Tactical Tug-of-War

Niceville’s pitching carried it through a clash of the titans against Lincoln Wednesday night. Playoffs continue for Niceville.
Family of Hurlburt Airman Killed By Sheriff’s Deputy Files Lawsuit. Here’s Who’s On The Docket:

Nearly a year after Airman Roger Fortson was shot and killed in his own apartment by a sheriff’s deputy, his family is suing for justice—alleging a web of failures and calling out the system that allowed it to happen.
What Docs Reveal About Former Okaloosa Jail Directors Dismissal

Okaloosa County’s former jail director resigned under a severance deal amid findings that he violated county policy by promoting a company owned by his brother to provide ACA enrollment services to inmates.
Niceville’s Hidden Post-Soviet Sister City

A newly resurfaced letter from 1992 reveals a long-forgotten attempt to form a sister city relationship between Niceville and Penza, Russia, echoing today’s discussions about partnering with New Taipei City.
We Interviewed Niceville’s New Head Football Coach, Richard Morgan

🏈 A new era begins at Niceville High as Richard Morgan steps in to lead the Eagles—find out how he plans to continue the team’s storied tradition and shape the future of the program!
“I Am Innocent” Former Walton Leader Robertson Will Fight Firing, Felony Charges

Fired and now facing felony charges, Walton County’s former top official says it’s all because he tried to expose corruption—hear his side of the story.
Niceville Alumni Azareye’h Thomas Drafted by NFL’s Jets

From Friday nights in Niceville to Sundays in New York — Azareye’h Thomas takes the next step in his football journey with the Jets.
Is the Decline Of The Tourism Economy in Okaloosa County Worth A 40% Property Tax Reduction To You?

Could a $400 property tax cut be worth risking Okaloosa County’s $710 million tourism economy? Local leaders are sounding the alarm as a major bill heads to the governor’s desk.
Oklahoma Man Arrested for Bomb Threat Related To SS United States

An Oklahoma man was arrested for making a bomb threat against a Florida government building over social media, though he later told police he did not intend to carry it out.