Feb 7, 2013
Broxson proposes oil exploration in Blackwater forest (DOCUMENT)
State Rep. Doug Broxson is sponsoring legislation that would allow companies to “develop oil and gas resources” in the Blackwater River State Forest.
Feb 7, 2013
Laurel Hill Council selects first roads for repairs, approves budget
LAUREL HILL— The Laurel Hill city council voted unanimously to seek Okaloosa County's help in paving portions of Sunnyside Avenue and Steel Mill Creek Road on Thursday night.
Feb 7, 2013
Almarante fire commissioners board meets Feb. 14
The next meeting of the Almarante Board of Fire Commissioners is 7 p.m. Feb. 14 at the fire station, 3710 Old California Road. Meetings are every Thursday at 7 p.m.
Feb 5, 2013
Councilwoman supports Main Street-Twin Hills Park pedestrian link
CRESTVIEW — Linking historic downtown Crestview's shopping and dining with Twin Hills Park's recreational opportunities would maximize the most use from two existing city resources, City Councilwoman…
Feb 5, 2013
Advocate: It's time to reform Sunshine Laws
First Amendment Foundation president Barbara Petersen is never short on stories about Florida politicians playing fast and loose with the state’s Sunshine Laws.
Feb 5, 2013
Tax collector to open office on Hurlburt Field
Okaloosa County Tax Collector Ben Anderson has plans to open a satellite office on Hurlburt Field in the spring.
Feb 4, 2013
Okaloosa to start internal probe of TDC scandal (DOCUMENTS)
FORT WALTON BEACH — The Okaloosa County Commission has received a green light from Sheriff Larry Ashley and the state attorney to launch its own investigation of the Tourist Development Council fraud…
Feb 1, 2013
Record road spending approved for Northwest Florida
FORT WALTON BEACH — An unprecedented $974 million in state funding is headed for Northwest Florida transportation projects, Sen. Don Gaetz announced Thursday.
Feb 1, 2013
Sports complex feasibility report coming soon to city council
CRESTVIEW — A sports complex's proposed site appears inadequate and might generate a $400,000 annual loss, but that doesn't mean death to the project.
Feb 1, 2013
Downtown car show and restaurant crawl combine for April 20 event
CRESTVIEW — Two downtown events have combined into a feast for the eye and the palate.