Jul 29, 2013
Laurel Hill resident recalls 99 years of change; 'home is home'
LAUREL HILL — When McDonald Campbell was born 99 years ago, Laurel Hill was the largest community in what is now Okaloosa County.
Jul 26, 2013
Three parks receive advisories for hazardous water
FORT WALTON BEACH — Three Okaloosa County parks may have potentially hazardous bathing water, the Florida Department of Health in Okaloosa County stated this week.
Jul 26, 2013
Heavy rainfall means rafting for Crestview family
CRESTVIEW — Heavy rainfall that descended on north Okaloosa County on Wednesday transformed one family’s backyard into a watering hole.
Jul 25, 2013
Annual children’s health fair is Saturday in Crestview
CRESTVIEW — The annual No Child Without Healthcare Fair goes through 2 p.m. tomorrow, July 26, with registration beginning at 9 a.m., offering free health screenings and exams for all families.
Jul 25, 2013
Crestview High School graduate takes up his paintbrushes again
CRESTVIEW — Following a work-induced hiatus from the creative world, a prize-winning local artist is once more at his easel and letting his muse run free.
Jul 24, 2013
Free children’s health screenings are Saturday in Crestview
CRESTVIEW — The sixth annual No Child Without Health Care Fair is 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at Crestview High School.
Jul 24, 2013
EXTENSION CONNECTION: Rains promote St. Augustine grass fungus
North Okaloosa County’s recent wet conditions — including high humidity, heavy dews and frequent afternoon and evening rains — promote gray leaf spot, a common fungal disease of St. Augustine grass.
Jul 23, 2013
Inmate artist creates mural on side of Baker Block Museum
BAKER — An inmate artist from the Century Correctional Institute is restoring a local landmark while creating a large-scale depiction of this north county community's heritage.
Jul 23, 2013
5 things you should know about the Crestview No Child Without Health Care Fair
CRESTVIEW — The ninth annual No Child Without Health Care Fair is coming to Crestview on Saturday.
Jul 19, 2013
Covenant Hospice healthcare professionals series is Aug. 9
FORT WALTON BEACH— An education series for healthcare professionals is 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 9 at Northwest Florida State College, 100 College Blvd., Niceville, in the Student Services building.