EXTENSION CONNECTION: Task force studies oyster decline
In September, Jack Payne, University of Florida senior vice president for Agriculture and Natural Resources, announced the UF Oyster Recovery Task Force’s formation.
Bikers’ outreach program visits senior citizens
CRESTVIEW — Amvet Post 35 Riders’ civic outreach program aims to wow spectators while bringing the community closer together.
Life-long Crestview resident named Firefighter of the Year
CRESTVIEW — A long-time resident’s lengthy service and contributions received recognition this week.
Mensa Foundation awarding scholarships
NICEVILLE — Mensa volunteers across the United States can make the dream of higher education a possibility for anyone who seeks it through the Mensa Education & Research Foundation Scholarship progra…
Okaloosa TDC probe expands
FORT WALTON BEACH — An extravagant county Christmas party and a public relations trip to Niagara Falls are among expenses state and local authorities are investigating as they try to unravel Mark Bel…
Garden club contributes to cash-strapped library's offerings
CRESTVIEW — The Crestview Public Library, which can’t buy new books this year after city budget cuts, keeps its shelves updated with support from donors like the Dogwood Garden Club, which made a boo…
Connor challenges Harris for Okaloosa commission seat
SHALIMAR — Incumbent Wayne Harris will face challenger Ron Connor on Nov. 6 in the race for the District 1 seat on the Okaloosa County Commission.
EDITOR'S DESK: Stay safe for Halloween
Tonight’s Halloween. If you participate in the festivities, prepare for the usual sightings of costumed residents exploring their wild or darker sides, trick-or-treating and parties. If you don’t obs…
Crestview church opens cold weather shelter tonight
CRESTVIEW — Community of Christ Church, 398 W. 1st Ave., will remain open until 8 a.m. Wednesday.
Pink Out! Day raises cancer awareness
CRESTVIEW — Riverside Elementary School's 4th annual Pink Out! Day was Oct. 5.















