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.
Lemony Snicket to Headline NWF READS Event in Niceville

Bestselling author Lemony Snicket (Daniel Handler) will visit NWFSC on April 16 for a free community reading and book signing as part of the NWF READS series. The event will take place at 7 p.m. at the Mattie Kelly Arts Center in Niceville.
Allegiant Pilots Vote in Favor of Strike, Here’s What That Means For Northwest Florida Economy:

Allegiant Pilots Vote in Favor of Strike, Here’s What That Means For Northwest Florida Economy: Christopher Saul February 3, 2025 4:09 pm Aviation, Business, Niceville, Okaloosa County, Valparaiso In Brief: โข๐งโโ๏ธ Who: Allegiant Air pilots, represented by Teamsters Local 2118 โขโ๏ธ What: Potential strike over pay, scheduling, and benefits โข๐ When: Strike could happen after […]
Emerald Coast PCA Rodeo Returns to Niceville in November

The 3rd Annual Emerald Coast PCA Rodeo returns to Niceville on November 7-8, 2025, featuring family-friendly rodeo events, Mutton Bustinโ, and live entertainment at Northwest Florida State College, with proceeds benefiting Raider Athletics.
Kiwanis Club to Host 35th Annual Pancake Breakfast and Silent Auction

The Kiwanis Club of Niceville-Valparaiso will host its 35th Annual Pancake Breakfast and Silent Auction on March 1, 2025, at the Niceville Community Center to benefit local charities and youth programs.