Nihill Taylor to Replace Martin at STEMM Academy
The Okaloosa County School Board has appointed Kimberly Nihill Taylor, current Assistant Principal at Niceville High School, as the new principal of STEMM Academy in Valparaiso. Taylor, a longtime educator with over three decades of experience in the Okaloosa County School District, succeeds Dr. Scheree Martin, who was reassigned following disciplinary issues. Taylor brings a wealth of experience and dedication to her new role, having previously served as a teacher, coach, and administrator in the district.
Valparaiso Couple Wins $100,000 Wedding By Doing This!
Brandon Lang and Lesley Lowrey, natives of Destin and Niceville, recently won a $100,000 wedding weekend in a contest sponsored by three northwest Florida businesses. Their victory, achieved through widespread community voting, means the couple will have their dream wedding in Pensacola on November 17th, free of financial stress and planning worries. The couple, who met at 16 while working at a movie theater, plan to live in Valparaiso after their nuptials.
Boggy Update: The News That Eclipsed the Pun
On this week’s edition of Boggy Update – we talk about, sure, the eclipse – but we also cover local election results, a drug raid in Niceville and more.
Niceville-Area Schools Named Florida Schools of Excellence. What Does That Mean for Students?
Seven out of ten Schools of Excellence in Okaloosa County are nestled in the Niceville/Valparaiso area. But what does that label mean for your child’s classroom?
VOTE 2024: Chickens in Valparaiso, Republicans on the ballot in March
Nikki Haley exits the Republican Primary, paving the way for Donald Trump as the sole contender, yet Florida’s Presidential Primary Election persists on March 19th. Meanwhile, Valparaiso residents find themselves at the polls, not for presidential candidates, but to decide on a non-binding referendum regarding the contentious issue of allowing chickens within city limits.
Good and Bad News For Valparaiso Fire Department at Commission Meeting. Here’s What Happened:
Great news in Valparaiso as the fire department achieves a level 2 ISO rating, promising reduced insurance costs for residents. However, a surprising twist reveals a mold issue in the fire station, demanding urgent remediation efforts and a $25,000 investment.
Okaloosa Gas Breaks Ground on $77 Million Facility in Valparaiso.
Okaloosa Gas will have a new facility on the corner of Valparaiso Boulevard and SR 85 soon. Here are the details:
Police: Alabama Man Attempts To Extort Valparaiso Business To Cover Mother’s Funeral Expenses
Ex-employee Christopher Paul Keen is charged with felony extortion after allegedly threatening his former employer for funeral donations. The Valparaiso incident unfolds six months later with a shocking arrest.
RECALL: Coca Cola Pulls Some Sodas From Valparaiso Facility From Shelves
Coca-Cola voluntarily recalls 2,000 cases of Sprite, Diet Coke, and Fanta Orange due to ‘foreign material.’ Uncertainty lingers as specific batch details remain undisclosed. FDA classifies it as Class II recall. No reported illnesses yet.
ELECTION 2024: Valparaiso Gears Up for City Commission Election: Two Seats in the Spotlight
Valparaiso has two seats coming up for election in March, 2024. Here’s what we know right now:
