Try these 10 amazing Summer activities in Niceville with kids in 2024!

Looking for things to do this summer in Niceville for kids? Here are the top ten places you can check out for an afternoon of fun for free or cheap. Niceville has plenty to offer children; you don’t need to cross the bridge over to Destin to make a fun day happen. Check out the top ten things to do with your kids in Niceville during the summer!
Commission to Ban Container Homes? Here’s The Latest:

The Valparaiso Commission is set to discuss a proposed ban on using shipping containers as building material in the city. The debate encompasses a range of viewpoints, from those who see it as a creative housing solution to those concerned about safety and aesthetics, sparking a broader conversation on the future of unconventional homes in the area. 🏘️✨
The five hidden gems of Niceville you need to check out!

If you’ve lived in the Mid-Bay area for any length of time, you’re probably familiar with the “crown jewels” of the community: popular spots like Turkey Creek Nature Trail, the Mattie Kelly Arts Center at Northwest Florida State College, the Niceville Children’s Park, and Lincoln Park in Valparaiso and Lions Park in Niceville.
TAXES: Valparaiso Saves $200,000 on Insurance, May Balance Budget on Reserves

Valparaiso may not have to raise taxes this year – but they will have to pull money from reserves under their current plan.
No softball teams left. Niceville’s junior world series team advances to the final rounds of the world series.

The Niceville-Valparaiso Junior League Softball Team has been making waves at the Junior World Series of Softball, and their remarkable journey has captured the hearts of their community. With their last group play game now behind them, the team has already secured a spot in the single elimination round, a feat that no other team from Niceville has achieved before.
Valparaiso to put chicken ordinance to a vote?

Multiple commissioners voiced their approval about to asking residents if they want to allow chickens at homes in city limits via next March’s municipal ballot.
NWF Heritage Museum Buggys Valparaiso for Restoration

Advocates for The Northwest Florida Heritage Museum successfully lobbied the Valparaiso City Commission to ask for $5,000 in Tourism Development Tax Dollars to restore a historic buggy that is on display in the museum.
Niceville Kiwanis Donate 240 Duffel Bags to Foster Children

Kiwanians from Niceville and Valparaiso worked together to make life just a little bit better for foster children in the area.
Saga of 363 Washington Comes to An End in Valparaiso

363 Washington Avenue in Valparaiso was knocked down in 2022, after a decade-long battle. The city briefly owned, then sold the property to cover the cost of its mission to destroy the blighted property. Sale ends decade-long quest to destroy blighted home The formerly derelict property at 363 Washington Avenue in Valparaiso has been knocked […]
Chickens Against Socialism: Val-p Group Attempts to Free the Coop

Citizens group claims 150 signatures to legalize possession of hens in Val-p city limits If one Valparaiso group gets its way, hens will be allowed within city limits. The proposal has run a-fowl of other residents, though. (I got it out of my system, I’m done. Promise.) Missy Reeh-Weakley says she’s a recent transplant to […]