Former fire chief sues Valparaiso. Here are the allegations:

Former fire chief sues Valparaiso. Here are the allegations: Christopher Saul April 20, 2026 2:32 pm Valparaiso Former Valparaiso Fire Lieutenant and Interim Fire Chief David Lanier, who was fired after an investigation into alleged retaliation and accusations that he used a racial slur at Black firefighters, has filed a lawsuit against the City of […]
Morgan victorious in three-way race for Valparaiso Mayor

Joe Morgan is Valparaiso’s next mayor. He returns to the dais after a ten year hiatus.
Valparaiso Mayor Candidate Interview: Joe Morgan

Joe Morgan is a former Army officer who has spent time as a Valparaiso Commissioner, Okaloosa County School District science teacher and realtor. We ask him the questions you want answered before you vote next week.
Valparaiso Mayor Candidate Interview: Chris Wasdin
Valparaiso Commissioner Chris Wasdin gives her argument for why she should be the city’s next mayor before election day, March 10.
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.