Got Kids At Lewis? Watch Out For Bears, Say Valparaiso Neighbors
At least two bears who’ve allegedly homesteaded near the Lewis School have initiated concerns from the public in the city of Valparaiso.
Earliest Freeze in a Generation Set To Hit Okaloosa County
The earliest freeze in at least 30 years looks to hit Okaloosa County later this week. Here is how it will affect Niceville.
Niceville Council Rejects Car Lot on Government Avenue
A used Car Lot will not set up shop next to Williams Insurance Agency on Government Avenue in Niceville after a vote of the city council on Tuesday. The lot would have taken the place of the old Angels Attic Thrift Store building.
Niceville Renames Highway To Honor Mayor Randall Wise
Niceville City Council voted unanimously to rename part of SR-285 after Mayor Randall Wise, who passed away in 2020.
Fourth Niceville Historical Marker Planned For Edge Elementary. Here’s The Backstory Behind It:
A small piece of local history will be cast in aluminum and placed in front of Edge Elementary in about a year
Valparaiso Museum to Host Fundraiser
The Heritage Museum will host one of its largest fundraisers on the heels of bad news from Okaloosa County.
Want to learn more about the History of Niceville? These Three Spots Make It Easy!
Mitchener, along with Niceville City Manager Lannie Corbin, unveiled one of three new Florida State Historical Markers on the city’s southwest side, bordering Boggy Bayou.
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.
