Niceville Student Performs at Carnegie Hall, Advances to National Music Competition

Andrew Roberts, a Niceville High School senior, performed at Carnegie Hall for the second time and will compete as a national finalist in the MTNA Senior Brass Competition.
FPL To Ask For Largest Rate Increase Ever

Florida Power & Light plans to request new electricity rates for 2026-2029, citing the need for continued investment in infrastructure and clean energy while maintaining reliability. The proposed adjustments would increase residential bills by an average of 2.5% annually but remain below the national average.
Emerald Coast Autism Center Launches 13th Annual ONE Campaign

Emerald Coast Autism Center (ECAC) is launching its 13th Annual ONE Campaign, featuring a 5K run and a golf tournament to raise funds for student scholarships and increase autism awareness.
Can Eglin Actually Close Waterways Near Base? Here’s What We Found Out:

Eglin Air Force Base is shutting down access to parts of local waterways—what’s behind the new security measures and can the Air Force do them?
Clarke County High School Coach Arrested on Multiple Charges

Robert Carter, head football coach at Clarke County High School, has been arrested in Niceville on multiple charges related to alleged misconduct with a student and is now facing legal proceedings in Clarke County.
North Bay Firefighters Save Woman Using Grant-Funded Equipment

North Bay Fire Control District firefighters used a grant-funded chest compression system to revive a 72-year-old woman in cardiac arrest, marking one of several successful uses of the device.
Dance Facets to Showcase NWFSC Talent in Annual Performance

The NWFSC Dance Department will present its annual Dance Facets showcase on April 25-26, featuring a mix of student, faculty, and guest choreography in multiple dance styles.
Is There Lead in Valparaiso’s Drinking Water?

The City of Valparaiso sent out notices about the potential for lead in some residents’ drinking water. We went to the City Commission to get answers.
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.
Adams Sanitation Expands Commercial Waste Services in Okaloosa County

Adams Sanitation has received approval from the Okaloosa County Commission to offer commercial waste hauling services, beginning in Northern Okaloosa County.