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Are you traveling abroad this summer? If so, you won’t be alone.
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DREADEN: Browse newspapers past and present at the library
Americans have loved reading newspapers since before becoming a nation. That devotion continues today with even more options in our digital online age.
Of course, you may still relax here at the l…
Baker church to present movie 'God's NOT Dead'
BAKER — A North Okaloosa church is hosting a free showing of the movie, "God's Not Dead.
The movie, rated PG for thematic material, brief violence and an accident scene, includes cast members Kevi…
A University of Florida guide to eating healthy foods at school
GAINESVILLE — Children have lots of food and beverage choices when they return to school this fall. Parents can take an active role in ensuring their children eat healthy foods at school, says a Univ…
Northwest Florida companies support breastfeeding initiatives
FORT WALTON BEACH — The Florida Department of Health in Okaloosa County is observing World Breastfeeding Week and National Breastfeeding Month by celebrating the local businesses and hospitals that a…
OneBlood begins Zika virus testing
Effective immediately, all blood collections throughout OneBlood’s Florida, Georgia, Alabama and South Carolina service areas will be tested for the Zika virus using an investigational donor screenin…
University of Florida study: Few people know mushrooms’ health benefits
GAINESVILLE — Relatively few people are aware of the health benefits of mushrooms, according to a new national survey by University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences researchers.…
Crestview church schedules Emerald Coast Worship and Arts Encounter
CRESTVIEW — Kingdom Life Worship & Training Center and Rain Music Ministries will host a two-day event called Emerald Coast Worship and Arts Encounter in August.
The Rev. Hartense Haynes of Kingdo…
WILLIAMS: Asian cockroach is abundant in North Florida landscapes
When people first see the Asian cockroach they may think they are seeing little flying moths. Or they may believe they are seeing the German cockroach because the two species look similar but there a…
HEATH: Job resources, resume help available in Crestview
Looking for a job or need resume help? The library is the place to find resources and people to assist with your job-search needs.
Our membership with the Okaloosa County Public Library Cooperativ…