Crestview's winter temperatures among lowest in state
CRESTVIEW — In addition to being the Hub City, locals have called Crestview "the icebox of Florida” due to its cold winters.
Pet pigs, bus service and fire training discussed at council meeting
CRESTVIEW — Legalizing keeping pot-bellied pigs, supporting the city bus routes, firefighter training and working on a city social media policy were among topics discussed at the Nov. 26 meeting of t…
Authorities looking for DUI violations this holiday season
CRESTVIEW — This holiday season, lawmen plan to ensure Okaloosa County roads are safe from drivers under the influence. The Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office, the Florida Highway Patrol and Crestview …
Okaloosa panel to review how to eliminate rental costs
FORT WALTON BEACH — A new task force is set to begin the process of freeing Okaloosa County government from its dependence on landlords.
Students, benefactors of Burke Scholars program recognized
NICEVILLE — The recent Northwest Florida State College annual Burke Scholars recognition ceremony brought together 2012-13 Kelly and Denny Burke Family Scholarship and Patricia Burke Ackal Nursing Sc…
Candidate University set Dec. 10 for budding politicians
CRESTVIEW — Potential candidates, or those who want to learn about the candidate process, may attend Candidate University, a three-hour seminar by the Okaloosa County Supervisor of Elections office.
Curious George visiting Valparaiso Community Library Nov. 30
PENSACOLA, Fla. — Curious George, star of the PBS Kids show “Curious George,” will attend Story Time 10-11 a.m. Nov. 30 at the Valparaiso Community Library. Story Time begins at 10:15 a.m. with Curio…
Centenarians on the rise, trends indicate
CRESTVIEW — Thursday, many Okaloosa County residents, regardless of their position, gave thanks for life’s blessings, sharing a meal and fellowship with loved ones.
Officials investigate rollover crash
Officials with the Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office are investigating a Thursday morning crash on Farmer Street and Stillwell Boulevard.
First U.K. pilots begin training to fly F-35
EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE — Last week, the first two United Kingdom pilots started training to fly the F-35.















