In recent years I've watched good friends walk the valley of battling cancer. Somewhat slowly they went through the process of fighting for their lives. Finally, one day it was over and they died.
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Month: October 2018
Hurricane Michael donation opportunities in Crestview
CRESTVIEW — Hurricane Michael devastated parts of the Panhandle, and North Okaloosa residents aim to help those dealing with the aftermath of this devastating storm.
Here is a list of places where…
CRA moving forward with Christmas ornament featuring the new courthouse
CRESTVIEW — The Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) is looking to decorate your next Christmas tree with an ornament featuring the new Okaloosa County Courthouse.
The CRA Board of Commissioners un…
Crestview Police provide Hurricane Michael update
• Okaloosa County has declared a state of emergency and ordered everyone who lives south of State Road 98 to evacuate. Expect heavy traffic to reach Crestview later today and tomorrow morning. When w…
Hurricane Michael notices released for Okaloosa County
CRESTVIEW — With Hurricane Michael approaching, some closures and other notices have been released in Okaloosa County.
BRIDGES
The Florida Department of Transportation will close all of the bri…
Okaloosa, Destin Public Works offer sand bags
NICEVILLE — In preparation for Hurricane Michael, Okaloosa County's Public Works Department is offering free sand bags and sand for all who wish to take advantage of those services.
The county publ…
Hub City Barbers seeks help to 'Heal our Rook'
CRESTVIEW — Family, friends, fellow barbers and clients of Rook Torres are asking the community for help after Torres was involved in a terrible motorcycle accident Saturday.
"Last night we almost…
How the half-cent sales tax could be used in north Okaloosa County
CRESTVIEW — In almost one month, Okaloosa County voters will have a chance to decide on the 10-year, local option, half-cent sales tax referendum (LOST).
But what exactly will this sales tax — also…
Laurel Hill moving forward with updating and advancing water system files
LAUREL HILL — Using the services of Dewberry, the Laurel Hill city council will map out their already existing water system. The contract between Dewberry and the city states this service will cost t…
Three keys to improving your memory retention
CRESTVIEW — There are three factors in maintaining and improving memory for the elderly, according to Eden at Crestview assisted living community Executive Director Alan Woods: meals, medication and …