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.
City officials: Abandoning easement would boost tax revenues
LAUREL HILL — The city and residents would benefit from abandoning a 20-foot easement, the City Council said.
Ice storm generates need for emergency communication plan
CRESTVIEW — The recent ice storm illustrated the need for an emergency situation communications protocol, city leaders said.
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…
Northwest Florida State College named to U.S. Top 150
The Aspen Institute College Excellence Program has named Northwest Florida State College one the nation's 150 top community colleges. NWF State can complete for a $1 million fund for the 2015 Aspen P…
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…
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…
Authors recognize CHS student's feedback
CRESTVIEW — A language arts textbook's authors have recognized a Crestview High School senior for his feedback on their work.
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 …
Safety presentation energizes Walker students
CRESTVIEW — Walker Elementary School fifth-grader LaZaria Carr knows what to do if she sees someone being electrocuted.
















