FORT WALTON BEACH — Gulf Power plans to launch a new initiative next month to make Northwest Florida more aggressive in attracting businesses to the region.
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State unemployment rate falls below national average (document)
For the first time in five years, Florida’s unemployment in January dropped below the national average.
Operator announces $600K terminal for Bob Sikes Airport
CRESTVIEW — Bob Sikes Airport’s fixed base operator anticipates breaking ground on an estimated $600,000 terminal by April. Jonathan Dunn, Emerald Coast Aviation’s president, said his company recentl…
State drops grand theft charge against Vision Airlines
Criminal charges against Vision Airlines have been dropped.
Okaloosa tourism promotion to tout deals in shoulder season
Spring break is here and the summer tourist season is coming soon.
Crestview Aerospace begins $13 million expansion
CRESTVIEW — L3 Crestview Aerospace executives anticipate their first project of a planned $13 million expansion that would reportedly bring 340 new jobs to the community's largest employer.
Bank recognizes young children, piggy banks in contest
CRESTVIEW — First National Bank of Crestview has recognized four children for their homemade piggy bank entries in this year’s Piggy Bank Pageant.
Baker shooting facility offers challenging ranges
BAKER — "There are several ranges around (Okaloosa County) but nothing that is going to look like this — nothing that is going to be run like this," Elijah Bell, of Jay, said.
Local business provides $138,000 gift to Crestview
CRESTVIEW — While city leaders have cut spending and enacted furloughs to help balance the budget, one local business leader has quietly donated nearly $138,000 in services to the city over the last …
Outgoing airports director: rival airports can be diplomatic
CRESTVIEW — Outgoing Airports Director Greg Donovan wrapped up his Okaloosa County career the way it began: with an address to the Crestview Area Chamber of Commerce Airport Committee.