SHALIMAR — Dr. Karen Chapman, director of Florida Department of Health, Okaloosa County, is the guest on the “Okaloosa Today” show, running the entire month of April.
See why Okaloosa is ranked num…
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Laurel Hill man's long-hoped-for property annexation delayed two more months
LAUREL HILL — Ernestine and Johnny James are still not Laurel Hill residents.
Councilman Scott Moneypenny gave technical and legal reasons why he felt the annexation couldn't occur, but it was anot…
Okaloosa commissioners to discuss litigation strategy during closed session
SHALIMAR — The Okaloosa County Commission will discuss litigation strategy during an April 19 executive session.
The session, closed to the public, is estimated to begin at approximately 5:15 p.m. …
Countdown to Crestview courthouse's demolition begins
CRESTVIEW — Thick law books are stacked in piles on the floor with “recycle” tags taped on top. The entrance’s X-ray equipment is gone, its footprint remaining in the green terrazzo floor.
Flags ha…
Florida Panhandle Patriots meet April 7
FORT WALTON BEACH — At the Florida Panhandle Patriots Tea Party monthly meeting, Commissioner Trey Goodwin will address issues concerning Okaloosa County and what members can do to help.
Actions …
Okaloosa garbage pickup proposal 'not quite ready for prime time"
Okaloosa County will delay its plan to accept new bids for residential solid waste collection by at least six months.
County commissioners said they were not satisfied with the terms of the Request…
Crestview venue changes for Okaloosa commission meetings
CRESTVIEW — Beginning in April, and while the Okaloosa County Courthouse in Crestview is under construction, Crestview meetings for the Board of County Commissioners will be held at Crestview City Ha…
Crestview mayor requests raise for police chief
CRESTVIEW — Mayor David Cadle has asked the City Council to consider giving Police Chief Tony Taylor a raise.
While not requesting a specific amount, Cadle said Taylor has proven himself worthy of …
Evers receives ‘A’ on Florida Chamber Report Card
TALLAHASSEE — Sen. Greg Evers, R-Baker, has received an “A” on the Florida Chamber’s 2016 Legislative Report Card.
“I am proud to receive such a high ranking from the Florida Chamber, which is refl…
Must-know clerk of court changes following Crestview courthouse closure
CRESTVIEW — The Okaloosa County Courthouse in Crestview’s closure is slated for today, April 1.
Here’s how it affects the clerk of court’s operations:
●All court-related operations located in the…