CRESTVIEW — Fans attending Crestview High School baseball games this spring might not recognize many of the players without a scorecard. The Bulldogs graduated four-year starters Dakota Dean and Tyle…
Month: February 2014
SIDELINE OBSERVATIONS: Bulldogs on the rise
In my more than 13 years of covering sports in Okaloosa County I've often heard that Crestview High School's athletic program had the potential to be the area's best. But year in and year out, I've w…
Miscues cost Gator softball team
BAKER — Two games into the 2014 season the Baker School softball team has plenty of time to get better and clean up early season mistakes.The Gators were their own worst enemies against the Bulldogs …
CHECK IT OUT: Crestview Writers Group's first meeting is Monday
The Crestview Public Library is starting a Crestview writers group.
Sheriff's deputies earn medals for role in Crestview shootout
CRESTVIEW — Two Okaloosa County Sheriff's deputies have been recognized for their courage in connection with a Jan. 2 shootout at a residence.
Crestview community garden organizers accepting applications
CRESTVIEW — Where do vegetables come from?
Not the grocery store. That's one message that Common Ground Community Garden organizers want to send as they promote an educational and economical alternat…
Crestview photographer turns hobby into a career
CRESTVIEW — Dale Riley's grandfather gave him a simple point-and-shoot camera when he was 15 years old, and the gift ignited a passion that became a full-time profession
Woman seeks local support for Parkinson's concerns
CRESTVIEW — Holly Jacobs is preparing for the future; for her, that means understanding Parkinson's disease.
NEXT TO LAST: Florida ranks 49th in funding for mental health, experts say
CRESTVIEW — Fundraisers are an integral part of providing county residents with mental health services. Florida ranks next to last among the 50 states in funding for mental health services, First Jud…
Commentary: CVS pulling tobacco products is a public health game-changer
For the past 30 years, I've fought for lung health with the American Lung Association. Our organization has been a leader in the battle against tobacco, which is the leading cause of preventable illn…