“The Best Vote I Ever Cast”: Niceville Woman’s Friendship with Jimmy Carter
A Niceville resident recalls her personal encounters with Jimmy Carter, celebrating his humility, kindness, and lasting legacy as a leader and humanitarian.
A Champion for Veterans In Niceville
Daquiri Champion, a retired dietician and Air Force wife from Niceville, Florida, has dedicated herself to honoring and supporting veterans. As regent of the Choctawhatchee Bay Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), she coordinates numerous events and services for veterans, including commemorations, charity work, and outreach to military families.
College dedicates newly renovated Sikes exhibit
The legacy of Bob Sikes, the legendary politician who served Florida’s District 1 in the U.S. House of Representatives for nearly four decades, is being celebrated with a newly renovated exhibition at Northwest Florida State College’s Robert L.F. Sikes Center in Crestview. Local dignitaries and the public gathered for the dedication of the exhibit, which features artifacts from Sikes’ illustrious career, including campaign memorabilia and a collection of taxidermied raccoons, a nod to his nickname “The He-Coon.” NWFSC President Devin Stephenson and current District 1 Rep. Matt Gaetz highlighted Sikes’ enduring impact on the region and the significance of his contributions.
Niceville Fire Department Welcomes New Fire Engine
Tradition Dates Back to Early 20th Century When push came to shove, the Niceville Fire Department wouldn’t let a little weather stand in the way of a century-old tradition. Despite a steady rain, department members celebrated the arrival of their newest fire truck with a traditional “push-in” ceremony Tuesday morning as dignitaries, residents, and excited […]
The five hidden gems of Niceville you need to check out!
If you’ve lived in the Mid-Bay area for any length of time, you’re probably familiar with the “crown jewels” of the community: popular spots like Turkey Creek Nature Trail, the Mattie Kelly Arts Center at Northwest Florida State College, the Niceville Children’s Park, and Lincoln Park in Valparaiso and Lions Park in Niceville.
Niceville’s Field of Valor honors Florida’s fallen
WHAT: Niceville Exchange Club’s Field of Valor
WHERE: Old Mullet Festival site (entrance off of State Road 285, north of College Boulevard
WHEN: The display is open to the public from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, Sep. 11 through Friday, Sep. 15, and on Saturday, Sep. 16 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Happy Birthday, Coast Guard! Here’s the Untold History of Coast Guard Station Destin.
Way back on August 4, 1790, at the behest of then Treasury Secretary Alexander Hamilton, Congress created the precursor to the United States Coast Guard.
Niceville youth volunteer for Mission Northwest
Table of Contents Doing community service for Niceville and beyond For some middle and high school students, summer break means hanging out at the beach, sleeping until noon, or playing video games until all night. For the more than 200 students who took part in this year’s Mission Northwest, however, five days of summer break […]
Check out these upgrades coming to a park in the Niceville area!
The park, built in memory of a Bluewater Bay boy, is enjoying significant improvements.
Girls gather to support ‘Sharing N Caring’ of Niceville
The idea for the GNO began back in 2011 when Leslie Floyd heard that a friend was selling jewelry to help finance a trip to work at an orphanage. Floyd enlisted Lisa Bellomy and several other high school friends to get together to raise money to help the woman realize her dream.
