How Do You Release 30,000 Redfish into Choctawhatchee Bay? With a Really Big Hose:
Okaloosa County and CCA Florida released 30,000 juvenile redfish into Choctawhatchee Bay on Tuesday as part of an effort to enhance fish populations and promote environmental health.
A Champion for Veterans In Niceville
Daquiri Champion, a retired dietician and Air Force wife from Niceville, Florida, has dedicated herself to honoring and supporting veterans. As regent of the Choctawhatchee Bay Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), she coordinates numerous events and services for veterans, including commemorations, charity work, and outreach to military families.
New Body Camera Video Shows How Arrest of Niceville Murder Suspect Went Down
Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Deputies had murder suspect Dylan Deschaine cornered in a gas station bathroom with guns drawn… then this happened.
STEVE SCHUTT: This is What the Presidential Election Means for Mortgages and Local Real Estate!
Rising mortgage rates and home prices in Niceville are pushing motivated sellers to negotiate, creating new opportunities for buyers to enter the housing market.
What It’s REALLY Like to Be a POW in a Vietnamese Prison Camp
VIDEO: Retired Air Force Pilot Howard Hill talks about his five years in a Vietnamese Prisoner of War Camp. He tells the harrowing story of his shoot down and capture by communist north Vietnamese militias, his grueling five-year imprisonment in a Hanoi camp for captured Americans, and his release back to his loving wife and family in the United States.
Three Named To Serve On Mid Bay Bridge Authority
Governor DeSantis announces key appointments to the Mid-Bay Bridge Authority, including three military veterans with extensive leadership experience. Read more about their backgrounds and what they bring to this crucial role in Okaloosa County’s infrastructure.
What Will Downtown Niceville Look Like?
AVCON and STOA Architects presented design guidelines for the “Old Town Landing” project in Niceville, proposing a New Orleans/Mobile/Old Pensacola aesthetic for the six-acre waterfront area. The guidelines, focused on wind resistance and energy efficiency, are meant to guide future development without imposing strict requirements. The city will now issue a request for proposals (RFP) to developers, with options to either retain, sell, or enter a public-private partnership for the land.
PHOTO GALLERY: Eagles Take Tough Loss To Rivals Mosley
The Niceville Eagles took a tough loss on Friday Night against their perennial rivals, the Mosley Dolphins. We also preview next week’s matchup with the Lincoln Trojans.
Military Family to Run In Niceville As Part of 50 State Tour for Cleft Awareness!
A military family will visit Niceville on October 17 as part of their nationwide 5K journey to raise awareness and funds for cleft conditions, supporting Smile Train’s mission.
3rd Planet to Hold 5th Annual Oktoberfest for Charity
The fifth annual Oktoberfest at 3rd Planet Brewing in Niceville will take place this weekend, featuring food, beer, and live music from the Oompah band Edelweiss. The event supports local charity efforts by the Knights of Columbus, while festival-goers can enjoy a variety of activities, including a keg toss and the brewery’s new beer hall.
