Valparaiso Couple Wins $100,000 Wedding By Doing This!

Brandon Lang and Lesley Lowrey, natives of Destin and Niceville, recently won a $100,000 wedding weekend in a contest sponsored by three northwest Florida businesses. Their victory, achieved through widespread community voting, means the couple will have their dream wedding in Pensacola on November 17th, free of financial stress and planning worries. The couple, who met at 16 while working at a movie theater, plan to live in Valparaiso after their nuptials.
Try these 10 amazing Summer activities in Niceville with kids in 2024!
Looking for things to do this summer in Niceville for kids? Here are the top ten places you can check out for an afternoon of fun for free or cheap. Niceville has plenty to offer children; you don’t need to cross the bridge over to Destin to make a fun day happen. Check out the top ten things to do with your kids in Niceville during the summer!
Kedroski Named Interim President at Northwest Florida State College

Northwest Florida State College has appointed Dr. Cristie Kedroski as Interim President, effective July 6, 2024. With over 20 years of experience in higher education and community outreach, Dr. Kedroski has been pivotal in driving the College’s enrollment growth and academic innovation. The Board of Trustees unanimously selected Dr. Kedroski, confident in her ability to lead the College during this transitional period.
These Eight College Basketball Teams Will Duke It Out To Be Named Emerald Coast Classic Champs in 2024!

Game matchups for the inaugural Emerald Coast Classic women’s basketball tournament have been announced. Eight teams will compete on November 25-26 at Raider Arena, Northwest Florida State College.
Accused Mike Ledford Killer Back in Court – With New Attorney

Accused killer of local restauranteur Mike Ledford, Dylan Deschaine, made another appearance in court Wednesday.
Niceville, Freeport, and Crestview Kids Learn Selflessness at This Summer Event

Heat, humidity, and gnats are the three guarantees for a June in Florida. Steve Schutt hopes that as Crosspoint Church’s annual service outreach, Mission Northwest, enters its 14th year, it will continue as the fourth constant for Niceville in June. Schutt, along with other volunteers, will lead 275 children in grades 5-12 in service projects around the Florida Panhandle, helping non-profits and fostering a lifetime commitment to serving others and empathy.
You’ll (Probably) Pay More Taxes If You Vote For This Idea In November

Niceville City leaders outlined the cold hard truth – We gotta pay for roads, cops, firefighters and sewers somehow. Here’s the one thing that looks like it’ll save you money, but will probably cost you if you vote for it this November.
Rocky Bayou Students Graduate. Here’s What They Plan To Do Next:

The Class of 2024 at Rocky Bayou Christian Academy has achieved remarkable success, with all 67 seniors graduating and earning over $5 million in scholarship offers. The school highlighted 11 lifelong students and celebrated their achievements during a commencement ceremony featuring Dr. Voddie Baucham. The full ceremony is available on the school’s Facebook page.
Police: Niceville Man arrested after threatening to kill wife over changed television channel.

Police say a Niceville man threatened to kill his wife with a gun, then a sword and then knives after a dispute over the television channel.
Weddings and Boats, But No Swimming or Fishing? CRA Discusses Future Uses for Downtown Niceville

Niceville’s CRA discussed plans for a facelift to revitalize the Old Town Commercial Village, aiming for a more upscale downtown with pedestrian-friendly spaces and potential waterfront attractions.