The woesome wait for Wawa ends in Niceville

More than 400 people welcomed the long-anticipated Wawa to Niceville on Thursday morning. The new location on John Sims Parkway, which features gas and Wawa’s signature hoagies, drew enthusiastic crowds, including local fans donning Philadelphia Eagles jerseys and former Wawa employees eager for a taste of home.
Niceville’s New Wawa Is Opening With Free Coffee and a First-Responder Challenge

Wawa will celebrate the grand opening of its new Niceville store Thursday, August 27, with free hot coffee, T-shirts for the first 100 customers and a Hoagies for Heroes competition featuring local first responders. The celebration at 1560 E. John Sims Parkway will also include remarks, music, Wally Goose and a ribbon cutting.
Niceville contractors clear the way for this new business:

Is it going to be a storage unit, a car wash… or maybe something else entirely?
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.
Valparaiso could add speed cameras in front of Eglin Air Force Base. Here’s what’s happening now:

Valparaiso discuss moving forward with a plan to install school zone speed cameras on John Sims Parkway near Eglin Air Force Base.
Niceville Fire Department Prepares for the Future Under New Chief

Step into the smoke-filled world of the Niceville Fire Department as they battle smoke, fire and other threats while they forge crucial partnerships to protect their growing community.
Suspect arrested after Plew Elementary goes in lockdown, no injuries reported

Police arrested a fugitive who jumped Plew Elementary’s fence Wednesday, triggering a brief campus lockdown.
This is The Newest Business Coming to Niceville in 2025:

🚨 Big news for Niceville! Wawa is officially coming to town—get ready for hoagies, coffee, and more. Here’s what we know so far!
Dylan Deschaine’s Attorney Wants His Niceville Murder Case Dismissed. Here’s The Powerful Reason Why:

Newly obtained security footage from Paradise Liquors and Bealls provides further insight into the events leading up to the death of local restauranteur Mike Ledford. The videos depict a confrontation between Ledford and Dylan Deschaine, his alleged killer, and subsequent altercations in the parking lot. Deschaine’s defense attorney has filed a motion to dismiss the case under Florida’s stand-your-ground law. A hearing on the motion is scheduled for December 19.
Central Partin Announces Post Veteran’s Day Parade Activities in Niceville

Looking for something to do after the Veterans’ Day Parade in Niceville? Central Partin’s got you!