This is why this inspired man created the Emerald Coast
When he arrived, he was one of the most controversial figures in Northwest Florida. By the time he died, he was universally loved.
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.”
Packed with Love, Ready to Learn
Packed with Love, Ready to Learn Staff Reports June 30, 2025 2:50 pm Okaloosa County, Schools and Education, Walton County The Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Centers (ECCAC) have launched their annual Back-to-School Supplies Drive, aiming to give students in Okaloosa and Walton Counties the tools they need to start the school year strong. From July […]
Northwest Florida State College Hosts 2025 Arnie Hart Exhibition
Northwest Florida State College’s Mattie Kelly Arts Center will host the 2025 Arnie Hart Juried Student and Faculty Exhibition, featuring 75 selected student artworks, with an opening reception and awards ceremony on April 10 in Niceville.
Mullins Auto Body Gives Away Car to Niceville Student
Niceville High School student Zikeara Flowers was surprised with a donated car from Mullins Auto Body, thanks to a community-driven effort to support students in need.
Emerald Coast Quilt Show Returns to Fort Walton Beach in March
The Flying Needles Quilt Guild of Niceville is hosting the Emerald Coast Quilt Show on March 7-8, 2025, at the Northwest Florida Fairgrounds, featuring quilt displays, vendors, a Quilts of Valor presentation to support veterans, and community service projects.
Emerald Coast Chamber Music Festival Announces Free Admission for 5th Season
The Emerald Coast Chamber Music Festival is celebrating its fifth season with a lineup of classical concerts from May 17 to June 1, 2025, in Niceville, FL. All concert tickets will be free, while masterclasses remain paid. The festival will feature internationally acclaimed musicians and student performances.
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.
One of These Four Men Will Be Northwest Florida State College’s Next President
One of these four men will replace Dr. Devin Stephenson, who left earlier this year for the top job at Florida Polytechnic University.
Friday Night Photos: Niceville Takes The Win At Choctaw
Niceville’s football team kept its unbeaten record this past weekend when they defeated the Choctaw Indians in Fort Walton Beach. Check out our gallery of photos from the event!
