Ryan Bullard enlisted in the Air Force at age 17 after high school. Now, after a journey that included military service, an injury, and several years working in the private sector, the 31-year-old ve…
Month: December 2013
United Methodist Children's Home gets $1K boost for gifts
CRESTVIEW — United Methodist Children's Home residents will have a cheerier Christmas thanks to the Spanish Trail Cruisers' $1,000 donation.
Family dealing with H1N1, but they're 'not alone' with community's support
CRESTVIEW — Julie Kurkowski encourages North Okaloosa residents to get annual flu shots.
Bald eagle 'a major attraction' in Baker
BAKER — A national icon has graced this rural north county community.
Crestview woman's Christmas cactus covered in 200-plus blooms
CRESTVIEW — Mama's in bloom just in time for Christmas, and that warms Betty Woodward's heart.
Hoboes fall to Bobcats (photo gallery)
LAUREL HILL — It was just another night in a classic rivalry as Laurel Hill hosted Paxton in a District 1-1A boys basketball showdown. Down 8-0 with two minutes gone in the first quarter the Bobcats …
Seniors enjoy holiday entertainment, food at Baker School (PHOTOS)
BAKER — Several senior citizens who attended Thursday's Baker School Senior Citizens Banquet said they appreciated the gesture.
Culinary arts students bake cakes for Christmas (PHOTOS)
CRESTVIEW — Richbourg Exceptional Student Education School student Jovontae Griffin squeezed the last bit of icing from a pastry bag and managed to complete Santa's rosy complexion.
Charitable Giving Guide 2013: North Okaloosa causes to consider
CRESTVIEW — From senior citizens to furry friends, food to cash and schools to churches, opportunities abound this holiday season to help north county causes. Here are some charitable organizations, …
Gators roar past Buccaneers
BAKER — Propelled by a 14-0 game opening salvo the Baker School boys basketball team beat North Bay Haven Academy 80-68. The win was the second straight for the Gators and Baker Coach Mike Martello h…