Lately, I've been thinking of the big picture and why we worry about trivial things.
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DeFuniak Springs communications specialist joins CHELCO
CHELCO recently welcomed Communications Specialist Tammy Kearce.
New deer hunting regulations proposed for northwest Florida
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is considering dividing the state’s Hunting Zone D — from Pensacola to Tallahassee — into two deer management units.
Laurel Hill principal: D letter grade shines light on growth areas
CRESTVIEW — Laurel Hill School's state-given D letter grade for the 2012-13 academic year came as no shock, Okaloosa Superintendent of Schools Mary Beth Jackson said.
Goose kicker receives jail sentence
CRESTVIEW —Alyssa Lyon Pack, charged in November with kicking geese at Twin Hills Park, has been ordered to undergo psychological evaluation and take an anger management course.
Master Gardeners 2014 executive board elected, planning for Arbor Day
CRESTVIEW — The Okaloosa County Master Gardeners have elected the group's 2014 executive board. Incoming officers are treasurer Bob Bayer, secretary Karen Kirk-Williams, president-elect Linda Meyers …
EDITOR'S DESK: Count your blessings (instead of gifts)
My favorite Christmas movie is the 1954 musical "White Christmas," starring Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye, Rosemary Clooney and Vera-Ellen.
Sharing and Caring 'low' on food donations; seeks food items
CRESTVIEW — Sharing and Caring volunteers need non-perishable foods to last beyond the winter holidays, organizers said.
EXTENSION CONNECTION: Volunteers wanted for income tax assistance program
Want to learn a skill while helping your North Okaloosa neighbors? The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program, or VITA, seeks help here in Crestview.
Bob Sikes student's effort augments Cops for Kids toy drive
CRESTVIEW — Many underserved kids have something under their Christmas trees today thanks to a Bob Sikes Elementary School fifth-grader's efforts.