Café Thirty-A Raises Record $81,000 for Caring and Sharing of South Walton

Café Thirty-A’s Annual Christmas Charity Ball raised $81,000 for Caring and Sharing of South Walton, supporting food and financial aid programs for local families.
VIDEO: Youngest Runner Ever Finishes Round the Bay Ultramarathon

Fourteen-year-old Gloria Garza became the youngest finisher of the Round the Bay Ultramarathon, completing the 36.8-mile race around Choctawhatchee Bay in under eight hours, despite rainy conditions.
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!
Who Is Impact 100?

“Imagine the power of women coming together to create $100,000 grants—see how Impact 100 Northwest Florida is changing lives in Okaloosa and Walton Counties.”
Dylan Deschaine’s Attorney Wants His Niceville Murder Case Dismissed. Here’s The Powerful Reason Why:

Newly obtained security footage from Paradise Liquors and Bealls provides further insight into the events leading up to the death of local restauranteur Mike Ledford. The videos depict a confrontation between Ledford and Dylan Deschaine, his alleged killer, and subsequent altercations in the parking lot. Deschaine’s defense attorney has filed a motion to dismiss the case under Florida’s stand-your-ground law. A hearing on the motion is scheduled for December 19.
This Familiar Face Will Run to Replace Dr. Joel Rudman in The Florida House of Reps

Former Okaloosa Commissioner Nathan Boyles has thrown his hat in the ring for an opportuinity to represent most of Santa Rosa County and Northern Okaloosa County in Tallahassee.
Eglin Exercise to Close General Bond Boulevard on December 11.

General Bond Boulevard will close next week for an mass casuality exercise. Here are the details:
Law Enforcement Arrest Suspect For Stolen Car After 47th Street Lockdown in Niceville

Okaloosa Sheriff’s Deputies and Niceville Police arrested a suspect for stealing a vehicle after a chase and foot pursuit near 47th Street and Fir Avenue, an area previously plagued by illegal drug activity.
Nathan Nelson Drops of Out of Race to Replace Matt Gaetz in Congress

Nathan Nelson, an Air Force veteran and advocate for veterans, announced the end of his congressional campaign, pledging support for Jimmy Patronis and highlighting his dedication to Northwest Florida’s military mission.