Crestview officials, residents clash over policing, permits at May Day celebration
Crestview officials, police, and residents are at odds over policing and permits at the city’s May Day celebration, sparking calls for reform and a community-led planning committee.
Mary Esther still without animal control after PAWS cancels contract, city seeks alternatives
Mary Esther is still without animal control services after PAWS canceled its contract, leaving city leaders scrambling for solutions and demanding fairness in future agreements.
Mary Esther officials outline fixes after citywide water outage exposes infrastructure flaws
A crash, a buried valve, and a city left without water—Mary Esther’s leaders explain how it happened, what it’ll cost, and what’s next.
New early Learning Center Coming to Fort Walton Beach’s Freedom Tech Center
A 16,000-square-foot childcare and early learning center, operated by Grow With Us Learning Academy, will open in 2026 at Fort Walton Beach’s Freedom Tech Center after the city council approved the development order.
Mary Esther officials weigh options after sudden cancellation of animal control contract
Mary Esther officials weigh options after sudden cancellation of animal control contract Collin Bestor June 23, 2025 6:21 pm Mary Esther In Brief: 🐾 PAWS abruptly ends contract with Mary Esther, leaving the city without animal control services. 📈 New contract proposed higher rates, prompting council concerns over fairness and financial burden. 🏛️ Officials weigh […]
Over Before It Begins – The Race For Niceville Council, Mayor Decided.
Niceville will welcome Heath Rominger and Doug Tolbert to the City Council in March, following the departure of Sal Nodjomian and Carl Donahoo.
Niceville Budget: Property Taxes Stay Put, But Trouble Looms As City Spends Reserves
Niceville grapples with maintaining its property tax rate amid financial strains exacerbated by the pandemic, contemplating budget cuts while facing uncertainty over future funding.
Weddings and Boats, But No Swimming or Fishing? CRA Discusses Future Uses for Downtown Niceville
Niceville’s CRA discussed plans for a facelift to revitalize the Old Town Commercial Village, aiming for a more upscale downtown with pedestrian-friendly spaces and potential waterfront attractions.
Niceville Neighbors Demand Action Over Noise Issues at New Express Oil Change Site
Niceville residents living near a new Express Oil Change construction site say they battle sleepless nights and disrupted routines due to relentless noise, prompting them to seek action from local authorities.
Reclaimed Water, Lower Costs, Another Step Closer to Reality In East Niceville
The City of Niceville has moved forward with plans to create a purple pipe pathway for reclaimed water, with an agreement signed at their recent council meeting. This agreement involves Okaloosa County’s assistance in installing the system, pending final approvals and permits from Eglin Air Force Base.
