Someone Threatened to Blow Up A Bomb At Matt Gaetz’s Home. Here’s What We Know:
Someone threatened to explode a bomb at a home connected with Former Congressman Matt Gaetz.
Despite Council ‘No’ – Developer Plans Affordable Housing in Niceville
Niceville City Council rejected a zoning change for an apartment complex on Powell Drive but later approved a CRA overlay adjustment that allows a similar development. The project, led by local developer Paul Sjoberg, aims to provide affordable housing options for essential workers but faces neighborhood opposition due to concerns over traffic and community character.
Niceville, You Have Two Charter Amendments on the Ballot in 2025. Details:
Niceville residents will vote on two charter amendments in the March 11 municipal election. The first would let the Mayor cast a tiebreaking vote when the council deadlocks on appointing a new council member. The second would remove the city residency requirement for the city clerk. Both measures passed recent council votes, with mixed reactions to giving the Mayor additional power but unanimous support for flexibility on the clerk’s residency.
How Do You Release 30,000 Redfish into Choctawhatchee Bay? With a Really Big Hose:
Okaloosa County and CCA Florida released 30,000 juvenile redfish into Choctawhatchee Bay on Tuesday as part of an effort to enhance fish populations and promote environmental health.
A Champion for Veterans In Niceville
Daquiri Champion, a retired dietician and Air Force wife from Niceville, Florida, has dedicated herself to honoring and supporting veterans. As regent of the Choctawhatchee Bay Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), she coordinates numerous events and services for veterans, including commemorations, charity work, and outreach to military families.
New Body Camera Video Shows How Arrest of Niceville Murder Suspect Went Down
Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Deputies had murder suspect Dylan Deschaine cornered in a gas station bathroom with guns drawn… then this happened.
2024 Local Election Results for Okaloosa County
In Okaloosa County’s general election, around 75% of eligible voters cast their ballots, showing strong support for Republican candidates and certain statewide measures. Notable outcomes included the re-election of Matt Gaetz and Senator Rick Scott, the continuation of the EDATE Tax Exemption, and the passing of amendments two and five. However, amendments for recreational marijuana and extended abortion access fell short of the 60% threshold required for state constitutional inclusion.
STEVE SCHUTT: This is What the Presidential Election Means for Mortgages and Local Real Estate!
Rising mortgage rates and home prices in Niceville are pushing motivated sellers to negotiate, creating new opportunities for buyers to enter the housing market.
This is One of the Least Expensive Ways to Help The Hungry in Okaloosa
Destin Harvest, a nonprofit food rescue organization, has distributed 1.9 million pounds of food across Okaloosa and Walton Counties so far in 2024, delivering meals to families struggling with food insecurity. Despite the perception of wealth in Destin, hunger remains a significant issue, with many families depending on donations from food pantries and shelters to make ends meet.
Freeport Merchants Announce ‘Night Out’ Date
The annual Freeport Night Out, featuring live music, vendor markets, a charity fire truck pull, and a raffle for a cruise, returns on November 16 at Props Brewery Hammock Bay.
