Niceville’s School Zone Camera Campaign Crushes Speeding
Niceville’s innovative speed cameras have dramatically reduced speeding around local schools by 97%, enhancing safety and serving as a model for nationwide enforcement.
Niceville Good Neighbor: Mary Wright
Mary Wright has been named the September 2025 recipient of the Ryan Cabaniss State Farm Niceville Good Neighbor Award, nominated by Sandy Sims for her 15+ years leading a volunteer tutoring program at Edge Elementary School. Through the Church on Bayshore, she coordinates sessions for K-2 students, organizes gifts and substitutes, and humbly credits her team for the honor while expressing deep gratitude.
Niceville Announces Return of Veterans Day Parade for 2025
The City of Niceville announced the return of its Veterans Day Parade on November 15, 2025, inviting participants and community groups to register and nominate a Grand Marshal to lead the event honoring veterans.
Niceville Knights of Columbus Receive Statewide Award for Charity Work
Knights of Columbus Council 13527 in Niceville earned statewide recognition for over 15 years of hands-on service building homes with Habitat for Humanity.
Women’s College Hoops Returns to Raider Arena This Fall
Women’s College Hoops Returns to Raider Arena This Fall Staff Reports June 17, 2025 11:54 am Uncategorized In Brief: Emerald Coast Classic Set for November 24–25 in Niceville Eight college teams will compete in the second annual Emerald Coast Classic women’s basketball tournament, set for November 24–25 at Northwest Florida State College’s Raider Arena in […]
Niceville Good Neighbor: Jerry Matthews
Niceville Good Neighbor: Jerry Matthews Christopher Saul June 3, 2025 6:20 pm Niceville In Brief: 🌽 Jerry Matthews, an 86-year-old Navy veteran, shares fresh farm produce from his family with neighbors in need across Niceville.🏘️ Nominated by neighbor Anna Pugh, Matthews is recognized for his kindness and community spirit as the May Good Neighbor of […]
Holy Family Catholic Academy Names First-Ever Principal
Holy Family Catholic Academy named Felisha Carnley as its inaugural principal ahead of its first academic year, highlighting her leadership in faith-based and classical education.
Niceville Teens Win 2025 Youth Council Excellence Award for Spreading Holiday Cheer to Seniors, Veterans
A group of Niceville high school students made the entire city proud and picked up a statewide award while they were at it. The Florida League of Cities announced that the Niceville Youth Advisory Council is one of three 2025 Youth Council Excellence Award winners. The honor recognizes student-led projects that make a meaningful difference […]
Kiwanis Club to Raise Funds for Children’s Hospital During Two-Day Drive
The Kiwanis Club of Niceville-Valparaiso will collect donations at local stores on May 2–3 to support pediatric care at the Studer Family Children’s Hospital in Pensacola, part of the Children’s Miracle Network.
NWFSC Launches Summer Career Camp for Middle and High School Students
Northwest Florida State College’s Futures Forward Summer Camp will offer local students in grades 8–12 the chance to explore career paths through hands-on training this summer.
