Category: local

BAKER — For Halloween fans, corn mazes are often a favorite pastime since most maze owners add a spooky touch to them.
Hallows Hill Amusement offers a variety of options for those looking for a goo…

In recent years I've watched good friends walk the valley of battling cancer. Somewhat slowly they went through the process of fighting for their lives. Finally, one day it was over and they died. 
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CRESTVIEW — Hurricane Michael devastated parts of the Panhandle, and North Okaloosa residents aim to help those dealing with the aftermath of this devastating storm.

Here is a list of places where…

CRESTVIEW — The Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) is looking to decorate your next Christmas tree with an ornament featuring the new Okaloosa County Courthouse.
The CRA Board of Commissioners un…

CRESTVIEW — With Hurricane Michael approaching, some closures and other notices have been released in Okaloosa County.

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The Florida Department of Transportation will close all of the bri…

NICEVILLE — In preparation for Hurricane Michael, Okaloosa County's Public Works Department is offering free sand bags and sand for all who wish to take advantage of those services.
The county publ…

CRESTVIEW — Family, friends, fellow barbers and clients of Rook Torres are asking the community for help after Torres was involved in a terrible motorcycle accident Saturday.

"Last night we almost…

CRESTVIEW — There are three factors in maintaining and improving memory for the elderly, according to Eden at Crestview assisted living community Executive Director Alan Woods: meals, medication and …

CRESTVIEW — Local cook Sherri Williams is preparing for her return to the World Food Championships Nov. 7-11 in Orange Beach, Alabama.
She is cooking in the sandwich category this year, but hopes t…