Relief After Rocky Bayou Threat Turns Out to Be Hoax

Niceville Police say a fifth-grade student confessed to fabricating a school shooting threat discovered at Rocky Bayou Christian School last week.
Niceville’s Summer E-Bike Takeover: What you Need to Know

Niceville officials are preparing for increased e-bike activity this summer as police, residents, and businesses debate how aggressively the city’s new ordinance should be enforced.
Increased Security Measures Continue After Frightening Threat Targets Niceville School

Rocky Bayou Christian School increased security and police presence after a handwritten shooting threat was discovered on campus on Wednesday.
The Powerful Partnership That Fuels Northwest Florida’s Aerospace Boom

Space Florida and Okaloosa County Schools are partnering to prepare local students for high-demand aerospace careers as Northwest Florida’s aerospace economy rapidly expands.
In Critical Moments, Crestview Calls in the K-9

Crestview officials approved a new agreement ensuring continued access to state K-9 tracking teams, a critical tool in locating suspects and vulnerable missing persons.
Growth, Change, and Opportunity: CHELCO Maps the Future

CHELCO leaders outlined future energy challenges while awarding scholarships and confirming board leadership at their annual meeting.
Manhunt Underway in Okaloosa After an Armed Home Invasion

Two masked suspects carried out an armed home invasion late Sunday night near Fort Walton Beach, prompting an ongoing investigation by the Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office.
Greed, Deception, and Millions Lost: Niceville Man Admits Fraud Scheme

A retired Army sergeant from Niceville has pleaded guilty to a multi-million dollar fraud scheme that left victims without returns.
Inside Niceville’s Inspiring New Student Café

A new student-run café at ECAC is giving Niceville students hands-on job training while serving up coffee and community impact.
Deadly Amount of Fentanyl Seized in Crestview Raid

A Crestview man is facing serious charges after deputies and federal agents seized more than 200 grams of fentanyl during a March raid.