Feb 13, 2014
Black History Tea offers chance to recognize local role models, organizers say
LAUREL HILL — Step aside, Kobe Bryant, LeBron James and Beyonce, because North Okaloosa will recognize local residents for Black History Month.
Feb 13, 2014
CHECK IT OUT: Irish dancing, Pelican Pickers performance scheduled
The Crestview Public Library will be closed Monday, Feb. 17 for Presidents Day, but we'll return with plenty of free activities for all ages.
Feb 13, 2014
Feb. 20 public information meeting set for U.S. 98 widening project
CHIPLEY — The Florida Department of Transportation will host a public information meeting concerning proposed improvements to State Road 30 (U.S. Highway 98) from Emerald Bay Drive in Okaloosa County…
Feb 12, 2014
Derby Day: Cub Scout packs vie for Pinewood Derby runoff (PHOTOS, VIDEO)
CRESTVIEW — Cub Scouts from throughout Okaloosa County will compete in the district Pinewood Derby runoff March 8 at Santa Rosa Mall. And area scouts saw plenty of excitement on Saturday, when they s…
Feb 12, 2014
Breen and Bunch announce engagement
Mr. and Mrs. Craig Breen and Ms. Rene’ Bunch would like to announce the forthcoming marriage of their children, Callie and Ronnie.
Feb 11, 2014
Raising emergency signal also raises hopes for P.J. Adams improvements
CRESTVIEW — Residents took notice when a county crew raised the flashing emergency traffic signal this week at the intersection of P.J. Adams Parkway, Villacrest and Ashley Drives.
Feb 11, 2014
PRACTICAL MONEY SKILLS: Should you buy pet insurance?
One topic I’ve learned to avoid with new acquaintances until I know them better (along with politics and religion) is where they stand on the treatment of pets. Some people, when their dog gets sick …
Feb 11, 2014
PRACTICAL MONEY SKILLS: Rule changes tighten reverse mortgage eligibility
Reverse mortgages have become increasingly popular in recent years, as cash-strapped seniors seek ways to keep pace with rising expenses – not to mention cope with the pummeling their retirement savi…
Feb 11, 2014
Long-time resident, anonymous donor bring historical marker to Baker
BAKER — Jeanette Henderson is happy to see years of research and hard work pay off.
The long-time resident is responsible for bringing a historical marker to Baker School, establishing that the form…
Feb 10, 2014
Longest-serving Okaloosa County sheriff dies
CRESTVIEW — Okaloosa County's longest-serving sheriff died Monday after a period of hospice care. Ray Wilson was elected in 1956 and served 20 years in office.