Jan 26, 2014
Take control of your energy costs during cold-weather periods
Because of the unusually cold weather, Gulf Power Company customers are using much more electricity than usual. Customer demand will continue to rise as freezing temperatures are expected again early…
Jan 23, 2014
Tax collector agents collecting delinquent tax receipts
FORT WALTON BEACH — Okaloosa County Tax Collector’s Office field agents are collecting delinquent business tax receipts Monday through Friday during business hours.
Jan 23, 2014
Florida restaurant industry expected to grow despite challenges
The state's restaurant industry is expected to post 4.5 percent sales growth this year to reach just under $34.7 million, according to the National Restaurant Association’s 2014 Restaurant Industry F…
Jan 22, 2014
Former Main Street jewelry shop sparkles again
CRESTVIEW — The place where generations of local families bought jewelry is again a Main Street jewel itself following an extensive, top-to-bottom renovation.
Jan 21, 2014
FINANCIAL FOCUS: Growing families should consider these financial moves
Adding a child to your family is an exciting and joyful time — and it’s also a busy one, as you deal with new challenges and commitments.
Jan 21, 2014
Shoal River Ranch's new owner praises area's 'promise in industry'
A Georgia investor has purchased the historic Shoal River Ranch just outside Crestview.
Jan 20, 2014
Free employment law workshop could benefit small businesses
CRESTVIEW — JobsPlus will present a professional development workshop in employment law Jan. 21 at the Crestview Area Chamber of Commerce that organizers say will be particularly useful for small-bus…
Jan 16, 2014
FINANCIAL FOCUS: Don’t let low rates sink your retirement plans
Over the past few years, if you’ve taken out a mortgage or another consumer loan, you’ve probably welcomed the low interest rates you may have received.
Jan 13, 2014
Response divided for man's reality TV appearance
BAKER — By day, Mace Livingston stays busy with Mace Tech Industries, his metal fabrication business. By night, he turns to his motorcycle-building hobby.
Jan 13, 2014
Local landscaper adds national certification to state license
CRESTVIEW — Adding to his state irrigation certification, local landscaper Shawn LaRue has earned U.S. Environmental Protection Agency WaterSense certification. The certification arrived just in time…