Niceville Good Neighbor: Josh Wervey is unapologetically himself
Marine veteran Josh Wervey has been named the latest recipient of the Niceville Good Neighbor Award. As the Niceville Valparaiso Chamber of Commerce’s events and membership manager, Wervey connects local businesses while balancing his most important role—being a single father dedicated to giving his son every opportunity to succeed.
Sam Hamm, an Amazing Niceville Good Neighbor
n a quiet Niceville neighborhood, Samm Hamm proves that being a good neighbor is really just about being a good person—day in and day out. He was nominated for the Niceville Good Neighbor of the Month award. When asked what advice he’d give about being a good neighbor, Samm’s answer was simple but powerful: “I think probably being a good neighbor is mostly being a good person all the time. It’s not trying to put out the effort to impress somebody… it’s just trying to be a good person all the time”.
Niceville Good Neighbor: Lucretia Waskow
Her dedication shines through! Lucretia Waskow is this month’s Ryan Cabaniss State Farm Niceville Good Neighbor!
Niceville Good Neighbor: Mary Wright
Mary Wright has been named the September 2025 recipient of the Ryan Cabaniss State Farm Niceville Good Neighbor Award, nominated by Sandy Sims for her 15+ years leading a volunteer tutoring program at Edge Elementary School. Through the Church on Bayshore, she coordinates sessions for K-2 students, organizes gifts and substitutes, and humbly credits her team for the honor while expressing deep gratitude.
Niceville Good Neighbor: Jerry Matthews
Niceville Good Neighbor: Jerry Matthews Christopher Saul June 3, 2025 6:20 pm Niceville In Brief: 🌽 Jerry Matthews, an 86-year-old Navy veteran, shares fresh farm produce from his family with neighbors in need across Niceville.🏘️ Nominated by neighbor Anna Pugh, Matthews is recognized for his kindness and community spirit as the May Good Neighbor of […]
Niceville Good Neighbor of the Month: Richard Schmeltzer
Meet Niceville’s Good Neighbor of the Month! Richard Schmeltzer has been recognized for his tireless generosity, from fixing vehicles to helping sick neighbors. Read more about this local hero and how Ryan Cabaniss State Farm is spotlighting community kindness.
