Resignations, a fire department reshuffle, and one employee on the chopping block in Valparaiso this month

VALPARAISO GOVERNMENT: A commissioner resigns, Niceville swoops in to administer the fire department (again), and one employee may be fired after allegations he went on a profanity-laced rant against a homeowner surface at the monthly commission meeting.
Is this the end for Valparaiso Fire Department? + Other Valp Commission updates

The Valparaiso City Commission’s December meeting covered major topics including the future of fire services with Niceville, a proposed E-bike ordinance, the move into the new city hall, and the lineup for the 2026 mayoral election.
City: Renovations on City Hall Slowed By Immigration Arrests

Valparaiso’s city headquarters project faces significant delays as immigration roundups in Northwest Florida disrupt construction crews, raising concerns about labor shortages and legal workers caught in the sweeps.
Is There Lead in Valparaiso’s Drinking Water?

The City of Valparaiso sent out notices about the potential for lead in some residents’ drinking water. We went to the City Commission to get answers.
Budget Crisis In Valparaiso: City Risks Losing Professional Fire Department

Valparaiso’s fire services are on the line as budget woes force the city to consider drastic measures—will they find a solution before time runs out?