February 2015 – Page 17

Okaloosa’s voting machines among oldest in state

Okaloosa County’s voting machines are so old they’re at risk of being decertified by the state.

Emerald Coast Toys for Tots finishes strong

CRESTVIEW — Emerald Coast Toys for Tots collected 16,906 toys that were distributed to 10,204 Okaloosa and Walton County children, according to an Emerald Coast Association of Realtors task force tha…

'A SIGN OF PROGRESS': PJ Adams expansion gets seed money

CRESTVIEW — Okaloosa County commissioners now have a tool to fund widening of the P.J. Adams Parkway-Antioch Road corridor.

Water bill payment deadline extended for Laurel Hill customers

LAUREL HILL — City water customers have more time to pay their water bills than expected.

Wildlife conservation commission considering limited bear hunting

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is considering limited bear hunting in certain parts of Florida. The discussion follows increasing conflicts and several incidents where bears se…

Grinnell, Preston complete basic Air Force training

Air Force Airman 1st Class Harrison C. Grinnell and Air Force Airman Joshua A. Preston graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas.

Here's how to support Eglin's Army Rangers

CRESTVIEW — The Swamp Ranger Association, which supports the 6th Ranger Training Battalion on Eglin Air Force Base, is taking applications for new members.