As a new school season starts, we at the library find ourselves changing with the season. This month we wish two of our talented team members, Rebecca Petty and Angie Wolf, a fond farewell as they pu…
Month: August 2019
It all depends on soil pH
Soil scientists like to use the phrase “it depends” an awful lot for educated folks.
Before getting a master’s degree in soil science, I used to get very frustrated with that answer. Now I find mys…
Baker museum to host live blacksmithing event
BAKER — Florida Artist Blacksmithing Association and the Baker Block Museum will conduct a living history experience about life in early north Okaloosa County, with an emphasis on the role of blacksm…
County Commission schedules executive session
The Okaloosa County Commission will conduct an executive session at the conclusion of its regularly scheduled board meeting on Aug. 20 at the County Commissioners Conference Room at the Okaloosa Coun…
Kindergartners attend their first day
Monday was the first day of school in Northwest Florida. Students at Bob Sikes Elementary school were welcomed by their teachers prior to the start of the day.
Leaders have power, set an example
Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego were three Jewish leaders among the Chaldeans under the rule of King Nebuchadnezzar. Their story can be found in the book of Daniel.
A decree went out stating that w…
2 Crestview firemen promoted
CRESTVIEW — Two firefighters with a combined 24 years of Crestview firefighting experience between them were promoted July 31 to officer ranks and assigned new duties in the Crestview Fire Department…
What's happening in North Okaloosa County
CRESTVIEW — Here is a list of upcoming events in our area.
CRESTVIEW FALL FESTIVAL 2019: 1-6 p.m. Oct. 26, Main Street, Crestview. Free event consists of vendor booths with activities and games for…
Natural gas pipeline maintenance scheduled in Crestview
VALPARAISO — Okaloosa Gas District crews will perform pipeline maintenance on two Crestview streets.
From 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 12, crews will work in the eastbound lane of Long Drive and northboun…
Crestview driver strikes power pole, causes seven hours of congestion
Southbound traffic was rerouted to the northbound lanes, which contributed to the congestion.