Sal Nodjomian: This Is What Niceville Needs To Do To Thrive In The Future

As Niceville enters a new era, longtime City Councilman Sal Nodjomian ends his final term in office. Here’s what he says the city has in its future:
New Catholic School To Open in Niceville in 2025

The Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee has approved Holy Family Catholic Academy in Niceville, opening as a K-4 school this fall with plans to expand to K-8, and will host an open house on February 2.
Niceville Becomes A Winter Wonderland After Record Snow

Niceville got almost as much snow in 24 hours as it did in the last 100 years.
Niceville Will Stop Adding Fluoride To Its Water

Niceville will cease adding fluoride to its drinking water on January 15 after a unanimous council vote, following City Manager David Deitchโs recommendation. Niceville was the last city in Okaloosa County to add fluoride, a practice criticized by some due to concerns about overexposure to fluoride potentially impacting childrenโs IQs, as reported in a study by the National Institutes of Health. The study, which expressed moderate confidence in its findings, noted the benefits of fluoride for oral health but highlighted concerns about overexposure from multiple sources.
This Is When Niceville Will Turn On Its New School Zone Speed Cameras:

Niceville will activate new school zone traffic cameras near Niceville High School and Ruckel Middle School soon.
You Could Get Thrown In Jail For This in Niceville Now:

Niceville updated its ordinances to comply with a Florida state law prohibiting sleeping or camping on public property unless designated for recreation.
$400,000 Closer to A New Fire Station in Niceville

Niceville secured a $400,000 grant to fund engineering and design work for a planned fire station in the Deer Moss Creek Development. The station will address the needs of the cityโs growing eastern area, support hurricane preparedness, and improve emergency response times. A timeline for construction has not been announced.
The Military Drops Thousands of Pounds of Jet Fuel on Your House. What Happens Next?

The Military Drops Thousands of Pounds of Jet Fuel on Your House. What Happens Next? Christopher Saul January 13, 2025 5:22 pm Eglin Air Force Base, Military, Niceville In Brief: โขโ๏ธ What: An F-16 fuel pod fell onto Gene Loweโs property, spilling jet fuel and causing significant damage. โข๐ Where: Loweโs property near Turkey Creek […]
Niceville and PAWS End Contract for Animal Control. Here’s What Happens Next:

What happens when a city decides to cut ties with its longtime animal control provider? Niceville is finding outโand itโs complicated.
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.