Valparaiso weighs possible department merger with Niceville Fire Chief
In Brief: The City of Valparaiso could see changes to its fire department, currently overseen by the Niceville Fire Department, to cut staffing costs and organize the department(s). Valparaiso City Commissioners discussed their ideas with Niceville Fire Chief Alex Kukulus at a workshop on June 11. Kukulus serves, along with the command team at Niceville […]
Niceville Expands Critical Emergency Care with New Paramedic Initiative
The Niceville Fire Department is expanding emergency medical capabilities after receiving a $10,000 donation to launch its inaugural paramedic training program.
New Fire Response Model Aims to Save Minutes in Emergencies
Niceville-area fire departments will begin sending the closest available unit to emergencies May 1, aiming to cut response times and improve care.
Stokes named Niceville Firefighter of the Year
Niceville’s firefighters voted – and in an unprecedented move – picked a young gun as firefighter of the year!
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.
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.
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.
Embattled Fire Chief Put On Admin Leave After Firing Whistleblower
Valparaiso put Fire Chief David Lanier on leave as they investigate the controversial termination of a whistleblower who accused the chief of using a racial slur.
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.
Niceville Names New Fire Chief
The City of Niceville introduces Alex Kukulus as its new fire chief, with a public ceremony scheduled for July 11 to mark the leadership transition.
