Eglin Announces Death of Major General Robert Chedister
Eglin Air Force Base announced this week the death of former Air Force Program Executive Officer for Weapons and Commander, Air Armament Center, Air Force Material Command, Major General Robert W. Chedister.
Okaloosa Sheriff Eric Aden Announces Streamlined Online Crime Reporting Process.
The Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office will now let you report a minor crime on their website. In the press release, the County Sheriff’s Office says that you can write the reporting would include crimes that don’t involve a known suspect or a gun in this manner. Additionally, you can use the website to report missing […]
Boat Catches Fire, Sinks in Joe’s Bayou
The Coast Guard Station Mobile Logo. Coast Guard Station Destin Reports to a command structure based in Mobile, Alabama.
A 28-foot Regal Center Console boat caught fire and sunk in Joe’s Bayou, on the northern tip of Destin, just east of Crab Island, Sunday morning, April 30th.
Traffic Cameras Net Meth, Stolen Car Bust for Niceville Police
Information from Niceville’s new Flock traffic cameras led to the arrest of two people, Randall Byrd and Brandy Teer, on multiple charges Monday. K-9 Blue searches a suspicious vehicle. Niceville Police arrested two people for Meth Possession and Cart Theft. The cameras notified the Police Department of a stolen vehicle from South Carolina as it […]
Sheriff Office’s Early Morning Raid Leads to Arrest for Meth
Update to Story Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office has provided additional details about the raid on the morning of May 2 at the home on the corner of Fir and 47th in Niceville. According to the Sheriff’s office, a judge granted a search warrant after an investigator was able to link the house at 919 47th […]
Traffic Advisories for Niceville Starting May 1
The Florida Department of Transportation issued several heads up for Niceville travelers. Please be aware of them as you prepare for this week’s commute. Road work on SR-20 The Florida Department of Transportation District 3 issued two different alerts concerning SR-20, also known as John Sims Parkway. Tree Trimming he first alert covers Monday, […]
Juanyeh Thomas Signs with the Dallas Cowboys
Niceville High School, Georgia Tech Football Alum Signs with Dallas Cowboys. Juanyeh Thomas, a 2018 graduate of Niceville High School, secured a chance at a future in professional football when he signed with the Dallas Cowboys on April 30th. The undrafted free agent started in 33 games at defensive back for Georgia Tech. He played […]
No, Spence Parkway Isn’t Closing on April 20th: Here’s What’s Happening:
If you drove on Spence Parkway this week – you may have noticed an electronic sign informing you of a ‘Closure on Spence Parkway’ set for April 20th. There will be a “closure” from nine in the morning until three in the afternoon. It’s sorta, kinda true. The organization that manages the Mid-Bay Bridge and […]
What is Next For the Boggy Bayou Mullet Festival Grounds? Niceville’s Council Has an Idea.
What is Next For the Boggy Bayou Mullet Festival Grounds? Niceville’s Council Has an Idea. Christopher Saul April 13, 2022 5:11 am Niceville In Brief: •The City of Niceville is considering securing long-term enhanced-use leases from the Air Force for the Mullet Festival grounds and nearby land. •Council members referenced a similar development project in […]
Housing Affordability Threatens Public Safety in Okaloosa. Here’s Why:
The Latest, Greatest Threat to Public Safety in Okaloosa County It isn’t drug dealers, homicidal maniacs, roving biker gangs or mobs of angry high schoolers. It’s the price of housing. Homes and apartments in Niceville, Valparaiso and the rest of Okaloosa County are quickly becoming out of financial reach for local law enforcement. Basically, it […]
