Today is election day in Valparaiso.

The only race on the ballot – for the Mayor’s seat.

Two men are competing for the privilege to serve as mayor – Incumbent Brent Smith and Challenger Patrick Palmer.

We will be covering the election and will let you know who the next Mayor will be.

Election results could come in as early as this evening.

If you have not voted yet

Voting will be held at Precinct #15, New Hope Baptist Church, 108 Aurora St., Valparaiso, on Tuesday, March 8, 2022, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Voting will be conducted in compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act; for information or assistance, call 850-689-5600.

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A drone view of the activity on Boggy Bayou before the annual fireworks festival put on every year by the cities of Niceville  and Valparaiso.