FORT WALTON BEACH — Nine Okaloosa County parks may have potentially hazardous bathing water, the Florida Department of Health in Okaloosa County stated this week.
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Emerald Coast Hospice re-launching informational campaign
Emerald Coast Hospice is re-launching an informational program to help people better understand how hospice can benefit patients and caregivers. The program includes television, radio and newspaper a…
Child abuse awareness takes focus this month in NWF
CRESTVIEW — Throughout April, Child Abuse Prevention Month, organizations and businesses are hosting events to protect our most vulnerable residents.
COVER STORY: Couple's experience, loss with cancer drive them to help others
CRESTVIEW — When Nancy Snyder was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 19, she was ready for it.
Cox Charity Auction kicks off Saturday
The Cox Charity Auction to benefit Covenant Hospice runs April 12 through May 10. The event, formerly the Cox Cablethon, will feature four week-long auctions hosted at www.CoxCharityAuction.com. Each…
Autism fundraisers set for this Saturday
A yard sale and children's event this weekend will benefit the Autism Society's Emerald Coast office, organizers said.
Women's wellness is the focus of April 11 symposium
NICEVILLE — The 3rd Annual Women on Wellness Symposium is 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 11 at Northwest Florida State College's Niceville campus.
Business sets fundraiser for Crestview teen
CRESTVIEW — Garrys Auto Recycling, 1261 E. Chestnut Ave., Crestview, is sponsoring a fund drive for Anna Hutcheson, a 17-year-old Crestview resident who needs a lung and heart transplant.
Covenant Hospice offers advance care planning workshops this month
Planning for the end of life isn't an easy conversation, but Covenant Hospice staffers want to clarify the process.
Four Okaloosa parks receive advisories for hazardous water
FORT WALTON BEACH — Four Okaloosa County parks may have potentially hazardous bathing water, the Florida Department of Health in Okaloosa County stated this week.