FORT WALTON BEACH — The Pastel Society of North Florida has scheduled free demonstrations on pastel painting techniques.
The meetings — open to the public — are 9 a.m. to noon April 1 and May 6 in…
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DUNNING: Do your part to stop the spread of Zika virus
With news about the Zika virus spreading in Florida, now is the time to think about mosquito protection.
As the weather warms, mosquitoes hatch. Female Aedes aegypti mosquitoes lay their eggs in t…
SHANKLIN: Which IRA is better for younger workers?
If you're at the beginning of your career, you might not be thinking too much about the end of it.
But even younger workers should be aware of — and saving for — their eventual retirement.
And si…
Crestview church schedules evening Easter egg hunt
CRESTVIEW — A Crestview church is hosting an evening Easter egg hunt for the community.
Attendees are asked to bring a flashlight for the hunt, which is 7-8 p.m. March 25 at the Twin Hills Park foo…
NITZEL: Hands-on animal presentation scheduled in Crestview
Nonie’s Ark Animal Encounters, a hands-on show, provides a wildly educating, entertaining special family event. If you love animals and like to be up close and personal with them, this event is perfe…
Laurel Hill School pulls vocabulary worksheet with Islam reference
LAUREL HILL — Laurel Hill School has pulled a vocabulary worksheet after parents complained the lesson referenced Islam but hasn’t mentioned other religions.
It started in January, Sean Dorsey said…
SHANKLIN: Give your investment portfolio a 'spring cleaning'
Now that spring has officially sprung, you might look around your home and decide it's time for some sprucing up. But you don't have to confine your efforts to your house and yard – you can also enga…
'Never Thirst Again' Crestview Easter musical scheduled
CRESTVIEW — First Baptist Church in Crestview will present "Never Thirst Again: The Promise of Easter," along with the Crestview Choir and Orchestra. Attendance is free and open to the public.
The …
Baker church ministry seeks candidates for free home repair, improvements
BAKER — Do Something student camp members are looking for homes in need of exterior repairs or improvements in Crestview, Baker and Holt.
With the help of qualified adults and under contractor supe…
Okaloosa health department announces water quality results
FORT WALTON BEACH — No Okaloosa County parks have potentially hazardous bathing water, the Florida Department of Health in Okaloosa County stated March 7.
Only Garniers Park, Fort Walton Beach, has…