New Niceville Fire Chief Addresses Council

Niceville welcomed incoming Fire Chief Alex Kukulus at a city council meeting ahead of a formal transition and farewell to longtime Chief Tommy Mayville.
‘Yarn bombing’ finds a home at Niceville Library

A burst of color just landed at the Niceville Library — and it’s made of yarn. See how one woman’s vision stitched together a community-wide art project.
Masked, Bejeweled, and Ready to Rule: Who Will Be Captain Billy 70?

Masked, Bejeweled, and Ready to Rule: Who Will Be Captain Billy 70? Staff Reports June 3, 2025 3:18 pm Events, Fort Walton Beach, Niceville In Brief: The mysterious new Captain Billy 70 will be revealed when the 70th Annual Billy Bowlegs Coronation Pageant sails into Niceville on June 14 at the Mattie Kelly Arts Center. […]
Niceville Senior Center to Host Free ‘Passport to Health’ Event

The Niceville Senior Center Foundation will hold its 5th annual “Passport to Health” event on March 20, offering free health and wellness resources for adults 55 and older. The event will feature over 30 organizations, educational materials, and door prizes, including a $300 grand prize.
Niceville Church Hosts Second Annual Mardi Gras 5K Fun Run & Walk

Christ Our Redeemer Church in Niceville will host its second annual Mardi Gras 5K Fun Run & Walk on March 1, featuring a race, music, food trucks, and more, with proceeds supporting a building expansion project.
Niceville to Host Town Hall Meetings for Community Engagement

The City of Niceville will hold Town Hall meetings hosted by Mayor Dan Henkel and City Manager David Deitch on January 27 and 28 to discuss city updates and gather resident feedback.
St. Paul’s of Niceville Announces Christmas Market Dates!

St. Paul Lutheran Church will host the Christkindl-Markt on November 22-23, offering unique vendors, festive food, and a chance to support a local charity.
Psychadelic Vibes in Niceville: Berlioz’s Symphony Set to Dazzle For Halloween Season

Step into the haunting, opium-fueled world of Hector Berlioz’s “Symphonie Fantastique” as the Northwest Florida Symphony Orchestra kicks off its season with a Halloween concert that’s sure to dazzle Niceville’s music lovers!
PFLAG Niceville Reveals 2024 Pride Day Schedule

Emerald Coast Pride is set to kick off Pride Month with a celebration at the Niceville Community Center on Saturday, June 1. The event promises a full day of family-friendly activities, entertainment, and inclusivity, including games, crafts, food trucks, and a DJ.
Niceville to Host Veterans Day Parade

Niceville Mayor Daniel Henkel tells group the celebration is back.