By Marta Rose-Thorpe
A Superior Air Conditioning Company hosted two Appreciation Lunches in April, honoring our community’s veterans and first responders. Veterans and first responders who are in need of a new HVAC unit, but may not have the means to afford it, are invited to apply online for the...
The Freeport Farmers Market is held 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. on the green at Hammock Bay, the first and third Sundays each month, with a variety of entrepreneur and artisan vendors, food trucks and live entertainment. Visitors have a chance to win prizes donated by the vendors. Pets...
By Bradley Hicks
As folks across the nation gear up to celebrate the 75th birthday of the Air Force later this summer, those at the McKinley Climatic Laboratory here recently marked the facility’s diamond anniversary. Initial testing at the MCL occurred on May 24, 1947, predating the official establishment of...
On May 19, 2022, PRESTO! opened its doors and began dazzling attendees.. The pop-up magic show, which features five internationally-renowned acts, will keep the enchantment alive through Aug. 28. Audience members have described the show as “a treat for the entire family” and “a must-see performance.”
One act that audience...
By Mary Chris Murray
Alaqua Animal Refuge and Healing Hoof Steps have established a partnership to provide equine-assisted therapy to individuals struggling with mental health issues in our community. The partnership is an extension to Alaqua’s Equine Interactions program, which has been used to help children and adults with emotional...
By Kenneth Books
Early preparation work has begun on the replacement of the 56-year-old Brooks Bridge, connecting Okaloosa Island and Fort Walton Beach, according to Ian Satter, public information director for FDOT District 3.
The $171 million project, which will expand the bridge from four to six lanes over two spans,...
Westonwood Ranch will offer a camp in July for individuals with developmental differences. Individuals should be able to function in a small group setting, three to four campers per group. Acceptance into camp is based on a review of the application. Campers are grouped based on age range and...
Boggy Bayou Fireworks Show
The annual Independence Day fireworks display will take place at approximately 8:45 p.m., Monday, July 4. Pre-show music begins around 6 p.m. Some of the most popular vantage points for public viewing are Lincoln Park, Lions Park, Kiwanis Park, Niceville Landing and the Turkey Creek area...
By now, you’ve probably heard or read in Bay Life about the opening of ALDI in Niceville. Known for offering food (and more) at great prices, this new grocery store opened June 23. If the company stays on track, it will become the third-largest U.S. retailer in terms of...
Emerald Coast Autism Center Breaks Ground on Second Facility ‘Emerald Coast Learning Center’
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The new building will be located on the Northwest Florida State College Campus in Niceville
Emerald Coast Autism Center will break ground Wednesday, June 8, at 5 p.m., for Emerald Coast Learning Center, a new building located directly next to Emerald Coast Autism Center on the campus of Northwest Florida...