Is this the end for Valparaiso Fire Department? + Other Valp Commission updates

The Valparaiso City Commission’s December meeting covered major topics including the future of fire services with Niceville, a proposed E-bike ordinance, the move into the new city hall, and the lineup for the 2026 mayoral election.
Valparaiso could add speed cameras in front of Eglin Air Force Base. Here’s what’s happening now:

Valparaiso discuss moving forward with a plan to install school zone speed cameras on John Sims Parkway near Eglin Air Force Base.
Book bans? Not yet in Okaloosa Schools.

At this time – the Okaloosa County School District has “updated their policies, and they are currently under legal review,” according to Okaloosa County School District Public Information Officer Catherine Card.
Needy Okaloosa County school kids must have your help to prepare for class

The Okaloosa County School District needs help preparing students without the means to equip themselves for the upcoming school year.
Niceville Area Teachers Recognized for Excellence! Is One Your Child’s?

The Okaloosa School District recently selected Royal Preston, construction teacher at Okaloosa Technical College, as its Teacher of the Year recipient.
While Preston earned the top honor, he was one of many who received recognition.
Got Kids At Lewis? Watch Out For Bears, Say Valparaiso Neighbors

At least two bears who’ve allegedly homesteaded near the Lewis School have initiated concerns from the public in the city of Valparaiso.
The Lewis Falcons Host their First Match on a New Home Court, Thanks to Sales Tax.
The Lewis School christened their new arena floor at the Taylor Haugen gymnasium August 29th.
Niceville-Area Primary Election Updates and Results 2022
Here are the results for our elections in Okaloosa County, including County Commissioner and School Board