ALLENTOWN — There was some district tournament magic for the Laurel Hill volleyball team Monday. The Hoboes, who had struggled in district play during the regular season going winless in eight tries,…
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Baker volleyball team advances to finals of District 1-1A tournament
ALLENTOWN – There weren’t many surprises Tuesday as Baker beat Okaloosa County rival Laurel Hill in the semifinals of the District 1-1A volleyball tournament at Central School. The Gators took the ma…
Bulldogs head to Panama City for must-win district game at Mosley
CRESTVIEW — There is still plenty to play for as the Crestview football team heads to Panama City on Friday for a do-or-die District 2-6A game against Mosley. Kickoff at Tommy Oliver Stadium is at 7 …
Woman charged with child neglect after meth lab found in home
CRESTVIEW — A 26-year-old woman was arrested after deputies found an active meth lab adjacent to a room with two young children.
Local angler earns trip to nationals
CRESTVIEW — Local angler Michael Smith of Paxton has earned a trip to the Toyota Bassmaster Weekend Series 2012 National Championship at Jasper, Texas. The championship, run by American Bass Anglers,…
Gators win War of Highway 4
JAY — Baker kept its playoff hopes alive with a 48-21 victory over Jay in the “War of Highway 4” Friday. After a slow first half, the Gators (5-3, 1-1 in District 1-A) exploded with the second half’s…
Man accused of pushing woman into picnic table
A man with an injunction against him not only violated that injunction but pushed a woman into a picnic table, according to an Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office arrest report.
State plan sets goals for students based on race, ethnicity
FORT WALTON BEACH — Educating children can be a tricky business and that has never been more evident as many, including the governor, criticize the newest course set for Florida students.
Local groups invited to Florida's 500th birthday
CRESTVIEW — Local organizations are invited to Florida’s 500th birthday bash next year. Viva Florida 500 commemorates the settling of America’s first European communities five centuries ago and local…
Man charged with DUI after hitting police vehicle
CRESTVIEW — A 25-year-old man was charged early Sunday with careless driving and driving under the influence after hitting a parked Crestview Police Department vehicle. According to the Florida Highw…