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 outβand itβs complicated.
Fort Walton Beach Student Named Sunshine State Scholar

Reese Armstrong, a Fort Walton Beach High School junior, has been named Okaloosa Countyβs 2024-2025 Sunshine State Scholar for her academic excellence, leadership, and contributions in STEM and community activities.
OPINION: This is the Trend That Could Lead to An Upset in the Fl-1 House Special Election

Floridaβs January special election is breaking trendsβwith mail-in ballots hitting record lows. Whatβs behind the dip, and why does Escambia stand out?
Candidate for Florida State House District Three Jamie Wells Talks Policy and Priorities

Jamie Wells, a 24-year Army veteran, outlines his priorities for Florida House District 3, focusing on insurance reform, infrastructure growth, mental health resources, and veteran care in his campaign for state representative.
Emerald Coast Public Relations Foundation Offers $1,000 Scholarships

The Emerald Coast Public Relations Foundation is awarding $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors in Okaloosa, Walton, and Santa Rosa counties pursuing degrees in public relations, communications, marketing, or journalism, with applications due March 17, 2025.
Over Before It Begins – The Race For Niceville Council, Mayor Decided.

Niceville will welcome Heath Rominger and Doug Tolbert to the City Council in March, following the departure of Sal Nodjomian and Carl Donahoo.
Niceville Republicans to Host Congressional Candidate Forum

Republican candidates for the Congressional seat vacated by Matt Gaetz will gather for a forum in Niceville on January 6, with one candidate absent due to travel plans.
The Ten Most Important Northwest Florida News Stories of 2024

These are the top 10 stories from Mid Bay News of 2024, as determined by your clicks!
Your City’s Christmas Lists For The State Government Are Out Now – Here’s What They Asked For – And If We’re On The Naughty or Nice List.

Local leaders presented over $47 million in funding requests to the legislative delegation. Here’s what your city asked for:
Who Is Impact 100?

βImagine the power of women coming together to create $100,000 grantsβsee how Impact 100 Northwest Florida is changing lives in Okaloosa and Walton Counties.β