TALLAHASSEE — The fiscal condition of Florida's state government is in good shape as evidenced by a new study that ranks the state sixth overall in the nation, though there are some limitations with …
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EDITOR’S DESK: Forget the Oscars; let's discuss things that actually affect us
I didn’t watch the 86th Annual Academy Awards. For me, the thrill is mostly gone.
Northwood receives book grant worth $15-20,000
CRESTVIEW — A third of a ton of new books arriving this week will substantially broaden Northwood Arts and Science Academy students' reading opportunities. Northwood's is one of three libraries in th…
FINANCIAL FOCUS: How will Social Security fit into your retirement income strategy?
Have you thought about collecting Social Security? The answer probably depends on your age. Still, you'll want to consider the best way of incorporating Social Security benefits into your retirement …
Sullivan powers Bulldogs past Vikings
FORT WALTON BEACH — Nick Rathke's first mistake was hanging an 0-2 pitch to Crestview outfielder Hunter Sullivan. The Fort Walton Beach right-hander's second was making the exact same pitch two innin…
Crestview man charged with road rage related felony
CRESTVIEW — The Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office has charged a Crestview man with throwing a missile into a dwelling, vehicle or aircraft following a State Road 85 road rage incident on Sunday.
McCranie, Royals blank Gators
BAKER — Veteran Baker School softball Coach John Carlisle will be the first person to tell you four weeks does not a season make. “We are nine games into it,” he said. “It’s a marathon, not a sprint.…
EMT feeds needy woman, earns HERO Award
Emergency Medical Technician Barbara Chestnut is the latest HERO Award recipient for a humanitarian act she performed while on duty in late November 2013.
REVIEW: No 'Generations' gap: Musical transcends age and color (VIDEO)
"Generations," Crestview playwright Mike Smith's labor of love, gripped the audience with its initial, stunning a cappella medley of Negro spirituals, and didn't let go until the bows during "Ain't N…
Registration open for April 10-12 Emerald Coast Motorcycle Challenge
The Emerald Coast Motorcycle Challenge Rodeo and Skills Training, benefiting the Emerald Coast Children's Advocacy Center, is April 10-12 at The Boardwalk parking lot on Okaloosa Island.