Angela Stevenson, Niceville’s Good Neighbor of the Month.

This Month’s good neighbor is Angela Stevenson!
Giving Second Chances: Emerald Coast Life Center Tackles Addiction and Incarceration

Emerald Coast Life Center, founded by Dana Clah, aims to support addiction recovery and reduces recidivism in Okaloosa County through programs addressing trauma, relationships, and life skills, with a focus on underserved populations.
Freeport Shelter Needs Your Help To Save 21 Starving Horses

Alaqua Animal Refuge in Freeport, FL, has rescued 21 neglected horses and is calling for public donations to help provide critical care for the emaciated animals.
Northwest Florida State College Named Among Safest in The Country

Northwest Florida State College Named Among Safest in The Country Staff Reports December 6, 2024 8:44 am Schools and Education In Brief: Northwest Florida State College (NWFSC) has been recognized as the safest college in Florida and the sixth safest in the nation, thanks to its proactive campus safety measures, cutting-edge technology, and community partnerships. […]
Eglin Exercise to Close General Bond Boulevard on December 11.

General Bond Boulevard will close next week for an mass casuality exercise. Here are the details:
Undercover Operation in Okaloosa County Leads to Nine Arrests for Online Solicitation of Minors

Nine individuals were arrested in Okaloosa County during โOperation Cold Turkey,โ a sting targeting adults attempting to meet minors for sexual encounters.
Emerald Coast Classic Womens’ Tournament Night One Action

๐ฅ Defense and dominance! No. 23 Alabama crushes Alabama State, while Syracuseโs sizzling offense powers a comeback against Missouri in the Emerald Coast Classic. Whoโs heading to the finals? ๐โจ Read all about it!
This Organization Just Donated Almost $2 Million to Local Nonprofits:

This local organization will give $1.9 Million to non profits around the Okaloosa County area.
Mel Ponder Voted In As Northwest Florida State College’s New President

Mel Ponder elected as the next president of Northwest Florida State College! He will begin the job in the new year.
Hurlburt Commander Talks Pressing Issues for Base

Colonel Patrick Gary of the First Special Operations Wing addressed the County Board of Commissioners to discuss the challenges facing military personnel and their families, including housing, childcare, traffic, and mental health resources, while emphasizing the importance of community partnerships in supporting Hurlburt Fieldโs mission and readiness.