Okaloosa Deputies Arrest Seven In Child Predator Sting Operation
Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office conducted an undercover operation called “Operation April’s Fools” in April, targeting adults who were trying to meet minors online for sexual encounters.
Opportunity Oasis Fundraiser Event to Celebrate and Support 15 Years of Non-Profit Service

The mission of Opportunity Place is to transform the lives of families experiencing
homelessness, by empowering them with the skills, resources, and opportunity to build a
sustainable future.
The Emerald Coast Chamber Music Festival Announces Its 2023 Season

The Emerald Coast Chamber Music Festival has announced its 2023 season, set to take place from May 20th to June 4th.
Researchers Uncertainly Predict Calmer-Than-Average Hurricane Season
CSU Predicts Slightly Below-Average, But Uncertain, 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season
Eggxellent! 30-year Tradition Ensures Easter at Niceville Food Bank

Volunteers at Christ Our Redeemer Catholic Church turned out to ensure an Easter for people in need.
Bring Out Your Dead! Counties Nudged a Step Closer to A New Medical Examiner Facility

Four Northwest Florida counties, including Okaloosa, are one small step closer to an $18 million facility to replace the one in Pensacola.
Niceville Kiwanis Donate 240 Duffel Bags to Foster Children

Kiwanians from Niceville and Valparaiso worked together to make life just a little bit better for foster children in the area.
Florida Governor Passes Constitutional Carry Bill
Christopher Saul April 3, 2023 11:16 pm Uncategorized Law wlll go into effect July 1, 2023. Florida Governor Ron Desantis has signed a bill into law that will allow anyone who is not a felon to concealed carry a firearm without a concealed weapons permit. The law will go into effect on July 1, 2023.Β […]
Raiders Win Thriller To Bring National Title Back to Niceville

Staff Reports March 30, 2023 5:37 pm Sports Raiders win tough finals contest for National Championship Northwest Florida State College (NWFSC) clinched the NJCAA Womenβs Basketball National Championship trophy on Monday night after securing a nail-biting 66-63 victory against Trinity Valley Community College. The Raiders’ victory marks their second national title in program history and […]
Business Owner Wins $5,000 for A Bed 4 Me Charity

Staff Reports March 20, 2023 4:31 pm Bluewater Bay, Charities and Nonprofits, Crestview, DeFuniak Springs, Local Luminaries, Niceville, Uncategorized, Valparaiso Win means 16 beds for children in need A local esthetician won $5,000 for her work with A Bed 4 Me – which means 16 children will have a new bed to sleep on.Β Alison […]