Niceville Police Chief Retires
Niceville Police Chief David Popwell has retired, says city leadership.
Ledford Murder: Police Affidavit Gives More Detail Into Murder Investigation
Niceville Police Chief David Popwell updated the City Council on the investigation into the killing of beloved entrepreneur Michael Ledford.
Eglin AFB Talks World War Two Bomb Removal From Local Bayou
Lt. Col. Chad Hogue, from the 96th Wing Civil Engineering Squadron, explains the mission to render safe World War II bombs found in Choctawhatchee Bay.
Niceville Council Approves Variance for Waterview Express Oil Change
The Niceville City Council has unanimously approved a variance for Valparaiso Realty Company to build an Express Oil Change on John Sims Parkway, sparking both support and opposition. The decision comes after a split vote by the Planning Commission and concerns voiced by residents, highlighting the ongoing debate over aesthetics, environmental impact, and the unguarded left turn lane.
Okaloosa Commissioners May Buy This Piece Of Niceville-Area Land To Build Affordable Housing
🏡 Okaloosa County Commissioners consider buying part of Eglin Golf Course for affordable housing. 🤔 Concerns arise, but a potential solution to the housing problem is on the table!
Okaloosa School Board Buys Land In Deer Moss Creek
Okaloosa School Board votes unanimously to secure land for potential future school expansion.
Eglin Finds WWII-Era Bombs Off Coast of Shalimar, Plans Disposal By Detonation This Week
Eglin Air Force Base will conduct a controlled detonation of three WWII-era bombs discovered in Choctawhatchee Bay. Eglin officials say the operation, involving Navy EOD Divers and the Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office, prioritizes safety without requiring evacuations.
Florida SR 285 Crash Kills One, Injures Two More
Heart-wrenching news from Walton County as a fatal head-on collision on SR 285 claims one life and injures two.
Niceville Mourns Mike Ledford
Friends and family of Mike Ledford, a local restauranteur, mourned his death this weekend. This is a compilation of places you can go to support the family and memories about Mike.
DEVELOPING: Okaloosa County To Meet About Buying Land In Niceville From Eglin For Affordable Housing?
Okaloosa County Commissioners will meet to discuss a potential land deal with Eglin Air Force Base that could see the city of Niceville get affordable housing options.
