Jul 24, 2013
Veterans Administration converts disability claims into digital files
WASHINGTON — More than 30 percent of the Department of Veterans Affairs’ disability claims inventory is now digital and accessible in the VA’s electronic claims processing system.
Jul 23, 2013
City's refusal of $30K in tax relief has no impact on Krystal project
CRESTVIEW — With differences resolved between the city and the state Department of Transportation, site work has begun on a south Ferdon Boulevard fast-food restaurant.
Jul 23, 2013
School board designates funds to keep deputies in every school
FORT WALTON BEACH — The Okaloosa County School Board voted Monday to contribute just over $1 million to help cover the costs of keeping deputies at all schools in the district.
Jul 23, 2013
Gale Virtual Reference database gives social media handbook access
To celebrate Library Journal readers voting Gale Virtual Reference Library this year’s "Best Overall Database,” Gale is adding a complimentary e-reference title to the Florida Electronic Library’s Ga…
Jul 23, 2013
Woman in serious condition after being hit by train
CRESTVIEW — A woman hit by a train in Crestview has been flown to an unspecified Pensacola hospital and is listed in serious condition, according to Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office Capt. Larry Ward.
Jul 22, 2013
Sinkhole could threaten south Crestview homes
CRESTVIEW — The City Council unanimously approved a request by Public Works to repair a leaking 18-inch storm water pipe that caused a sinkhole to form between two homes on Denise Drive.
Jul 22, 2013
Florida Education Dept. OKs NWFSC management degree program
CRESTVIEW — The Florida Department of Education has approved a Bachelor of Applied Science in Management and Supervision program at Northwest Florida State College. Open enrollment is available now; …
Jul 22, 2013
Visit to nation's capital impresses Northwest Florida teenagers
DEFUNIAK SPRINGS — Four rising high school seniors have expressed appreciation for the nation’s capital after returning from a five-day, electric cooperative-funded trip.
Jul 22, 2013
Report: Florida colleges among most affordable in nation
TALLAHASSEE— Despite rising tuition costs across the country, 19 Florida College System institutions nearly top the list of public four-year colleges with the lowest tuition rates.
Jul 22, 2013
Davis Road residents in Svea want better maintenance
SVEA — Some residents say Okaloosa County doesn't even address road concerns, but two Davis Road residents say the county doesn’t make proper repairs.