CRESTVIEW — Following surprise and shock from Pope Benedict XVI's announcement of his resignation, local Catholics are relying on their faith to see their church through a period of transition.
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Okaloosa officials wait for state auditors to set a date
Okaloosa County officials say they are not sure when the state Auditor General’s Office will begin its audit of county finances and the Clerk of Court’s office.
'Stand Up and Say the Pledge' ceremony is 12 p.m. today
CRESTVIEW — Community members will pause at noon Monday to recite the Pledge of Allegiance during the third annual Stand Up and Say the Pledge ceremony.
MEET THE CANDIDATES: 2 challenge incumbent for Crestview city clerk
Editor's Note: Voters of municipal elections on March 12 will decide several positions in Crestview and Laurel Hill governments.
To help readers make informed decisions at the polls, the News Bullet…
Wilde leads Baker to softball win
BAKER — Thursday was typical for Baker senior softball pitcher Macie Wilde as the Gators hosted Holmes County in the District 2-1A opener. Wilde went the distance in the circle for the Gators, striki…
Organizers seek artists for April 13 Laurel Hill festival
LAUREL HILL — Laurel Hill Presbyterian Church seeks artists for an upcoming community arts festival.
Bulldogs look to make some noise
CRESTVIEW — Any baseball coach will agree that you build a team with your defense in the middle of the diamond. Bulldog coach Tim Gillis has one less thing to worry about with three-year starters Dak…
Possum Ridge barbecue option returns for north Crestview
CRESTVIEW — The option of having smoked ribs on barbecue-loving north Crestview families' dinner tables has returned with Possum Ridge BBQ's reopening.
OCSO arrests two drug trafficking suspects on Interstate 10
A traffic stop on a vehicle speeding on Interstate 10 Feb. 14 led to the arrest of two men suspected of drug trafficking, according to a press release from the Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office. The c…
Time capsule inspires Girl Scouts to make their own (VIDEO)
CRESTVIEW — Area Girl Scouts are choosing items for a time capsule that will tell future members their story several years from now.