Around the world and throughout the year, thousands of events honor women's achievements. Yet, women still face challenges in many areas of life — such as their financial situations. So if you're a w…
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Some insects benefit your garden
A number of summers ago, I noticed whiteflies on a confederate rose plant in my landscape.
I considered using an insecticide to control the whiteflies but decided against doing so after taking a cl…
Children now having 'adult' problems
CRESTVIEW—Going on a bike ride to a friend’s house or playing at recess isn’t just fun for most children, it could be saving their lives.
Poor eating habits and inactive lifestyles are leading to o…
North Okaloosa County Faith Calendar
AWANA PROGRAM : 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesdays, Joy Fellowship, 5978 Old Bethel Road, Crestview. Approved Workmen Are Not Ashamed is for 3-year-olds through eighth-graders. Register: $35 for the uniform, boo…
Crestview to observe National Day of Prayer
CRESTVIEW — The Crestview Area Ministerial Association and other interested North Okaloosa residents will observe the National Day of Prayer.
The event begins 6:30 p.m. May 4 at the Crestview Commu…
North Okaloosa County Faith Briefs
CRESTVIEW — Upcoming events for North Okaloosa County’s faithful are as follows.
Live Oak Baptist sets homecoming service
CRESTVIEW — Live Oak Baptist Church will celebrate its 84th homecomi…
Will you forgive someone — or will you throw them away?
When it comes to relationships, there will always come times when disagreements will surface. When they do, life, as usual, is greatly disrupted. As the issue is confronted — or not — a whole range o…
Crestview facility plans nurse job fair
CRESTVIEW — Sign-on bonuses and on-site interviews are part of an upcoming job fair.
The Shoal Creek Rehabilitation Center fair is 9 a.m.to 2 p.m. April 28 at 500 Hospital Drive, Crestview.
Compa…
Dental clinic provides free care for those in need
Editor’s Note: This continues our Celebrate Community series on nonprofit organizations that improve North Okaloosa County residents’ quality of life.
CRESTVIEW —The Baker Lions Club and Baker Are…
Rain barrels can save you money
A great way to save money on your water bill and reduce the amount of water withdrawn from the aquifer is to use a rain barrel.
The water savings from using stored rainwater rather than municipal o…