7th Group Sergeant Killed in Hunting Accident on Eglin
A Seventh Special Forces Group sergeant died after being struck by a stray bullet in a suspected hunting accident on Eglin Air Force Base’s range Sunday morning. Florida Fish and Wildlife agents and the Air Force’s Office of Special Investigations are looking into the incident.
The Ten Most Important Northwest Florida News Stories of 2024
These are the top 10 stories from Mid Bay News of 2024, as determined by your clicks!
Congressional Candidate Jimmy Patronis Talks F-35 Program, Affordable Housing and Daycare in Niceville
Jimmy Patronis, running for Florida’s 1st Congressional District seat, addressed the F-35 program, housing issues, and campaign priorities during a Niceville event.
Your City’s Christmas Lists For The State Government Are Out Now – Here’s What They Asked For – And If We’re On The Naughty or Nice List.
Local leaders presented over $47 million in funding requests to the legislative delegation. Here’s what your city asked for:
A Teacher Demands To See Your Phone in Florida – 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.
