Additional Hotel Tax Approved: Here’s Where The Money Goes

Okaloosa County’s Board of County Commissioners approved an additional one percent tax on hotel stays, known colloquially as the ‘bed-tax’ at their meeting on Tuesday.
National Organization Names Okaloosa Sheriff’s Deputy Officer of the Year

Another national organization has honored an Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Deputy for their service to the community.
NWFL Guardian Ad Litem To Host Concert. Get Tickets Here

The Northwest Florida Guardian Ad Litem Foundation announced their Be A Hero charity concert for November 5th at the Mattie Kelly Cultural Arts Village in Destin. The concert will feature The Mulligans at start at 6pm. For early birds, the gate opens at 5pm.
Okaloosa County to Poll Residents
You may have a letter in your mailbox from Okaloosa County soon. The Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners announced Tuesday they will conduct a “comprehensive quality of life survey beginning in October.”
Valparaiso Police Arrest Suspect for Possession of Methamphetamine
Valparaiso Police arrested a 60-year-old Crestview man for possession of Methamphetamine in city limits. here are the details of the arrest.
Niceville 🎙 Man Celebrates Four Decades With Eagle 🏈

Robert Love has served as the public address announcer for the Niceville Eagles for more than 40 years. He isn’t stopping now.
Niceville Breweries Host Fundraiser for Hurricane Ian Victims
The 3rd Planet bike club, based at 3rd Planet Brewing in Niceville will host a supply drive for victims of Hurricane Ian, starting October 3rd and going through the 14th. Volunteers will be on-site to collect donations at the brewery from 3-7 PM.
The Latest on Hurricane Ian for Niceville
The latest information on Hurricane Ian as it relates to Niceville, Valpraiso, Eglin Air Force Base and Freeport.
This is the Interesting Secret About The Niceville City Logo:

What’s up with the deer in the water on the Niceville City Logo? Well, our intrepid reporter asked the hard questions and dug to the bottom of the mystery.
Considering Divorce in Florida? Here’s What You Need To Know:
No one likes talking about divorce. It’s ugly, painful, and expensive.
But what if there were a better way to deal with divorce? One attorney in our area has reimagined the divorce process to add clarity, reduce uncertainty, and prioritize common sense.