Tough but Necessary: Okaloosa Will Close Two “Outstanding” Schools
Okaloosa School Board votes unanimously to close Mary Esther and Longwood Elementary amid enrollment decline and budget challenges, with rezoning ahead.
This month’s Niceville Good Neighbor: “One positive thing can wipe out a lot of bad.”
This month’s Niceville Good Neighbor helps with several local outreach efforts to ensure no one “feels looked over or less than.”
Okaloosa Technical College Now Accepting Bids for Student-Built Tiny Homes
Okaloosa Technical College is now accepting bids on four student-built tiny homes, each crafted by students in carpentry, electrical, HVAC, and building trades programs. The project showcases OTC’s long-standing commitment to hands-on, real-world training that prepares students for in-demand careers.
Niceville’s Good Neighbor Roxanne Ruckdeschel
At 90 years old, Roxanne Ruckdeschel remains an active volunteer in Niceville, contributing to Sharing and Caring, her church, and American House Bluewater Bay. She also has experience as a Guardian ad Litem, advocating for children in legal proceedings. Her long-standing dedication to service highlights her impact on the community.
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.
This Niceville Entrepreneur Leveraged His Time in Prison to Build Something Great!
From a federal prison cell to training the next generation of sports stars—discover how Niceville’s JP Mikhael turned his life around and is now shaping the futures of local athletes at his Valparaiso gym.
A Six Figure Pharmacist Salary Just Got More Affordable And Easier to Access for Okaloosa County
With a groundbreaking agreement between Northwest Florida State College (NWFSC) and Florida A&M University (FAMU), high school students in Okaloosa County can now pursue a Doctor of Pharmacy degree while staying local. The partnership allows students to complete two years at NWFSC and then transfer to FAMU’s Crestview Pharmacy Campus, with access to student housing, alleviating housing concerns. Dr. G. Devin Stephenson, NWFSC’s outgoing president, envisions enrolling 30-40 students per class, enhancing the region’s educational opportunities and community impact.
Carrie Jackson Got A Hand Up – Now She Makes Sure Women In Need Get The Same Help She Did At This Brand New Niceville Housing Facility.
Carrie Jackson’s story at CALM showcases the program’s success in helping families thrive. Learn how this charity is making a difference in the community!
Boggy Update: The Flagrant Rebrand
Paul Sjoberg, a local entrepreneur, joins Journalist Christopher Saul as a co-host on the podcast. The pair discuss everything going on in our part of paradise.
Northwest Florida Colleges Forge Innovative Partnerships at Aviation Center of Excellence Signing Ceremony
Northwest Florida State College (NWFSC) hosted a signing ceremony with FSU and five state colleges, marking a new era of collaboration in aerospace and healthcare. This partnership aims to drive advancements in key industries across the region.
