CRESTVIEW — For north Okaloosa County, recycling waste helps the environment and the economy, according to waste managers.
Month: April 2013
REVIEW: British farce expertly performed, well received
The community embraced British farce last weekend as doors slammed, clergymen chased one another, and a Russian spy, and prim and proper Miss Skillon took a fist in the mug and sought solace in the c…
Artists, performers draw festival goers to Laurel Hill (VIDEO)
LAUREL HILL — Blue skies, a gentle breeze and balmy temperatures drew an estimated 200 people from throughout the north county and Alabama to Laurel Hill on Saturday for an afternoon of music, food a…
No Crestview prom DUIs good for students and economy
Crestview High School students assembling in the football stadium’s bleachers on Friday may not have anticipated the rude awakening they would receive during a mock DUI crash.
EXTENSION CONNECTION: Spring lawn problems require patience
Patience, warmer soil temperature and correct lawn maintenance will improve spring lawn problems common in North Florida.
Rolison spins no-hitter for Bulldogs (photo gallery)
FORTWALTON BEACH — Crestview High School freshman pitcher Taylor Rolison flirted with perfection Monday as the Bulldogs opened the District 2-6A softball tournament. Rolison walked just one batter on…
Baker softball seniors get win (photo gallery)
BAKER — Friday was emotional for Baker School’s softball team. Seniors Macie Wilde and Kaitlan Godwin played their final regular-season game as the Gators hosted Washington. Baker overcame a two-run …
Old Spanish Trail Rodeo brings in the crowds (photo gallery)
BAKER — Last weekend’s 24th annual Old Spanish Trail Rodeo seems to have been bigger and better than ever. More than 280 cowboys and cowgirls competed in the two-night event Friday and Saturday at th…
Woman’s contest bid falls short, but faith in helping others doesn’t waver
CRESTVIEW — In a final attempt to gather votes for a charitable contest, resident Yvonne Wood collaborated with Chill Frozen Yogurt Shop on Friday to increase her odds.
Residents support Crestview pregnancy center with 5K Run
CRESTVIEW — The Pregnancy Center received support for its mission — helping women with unplanned pregnancies — on Saturday during its annual 5K run.