CRESTVIEW — Cub Scouts from throughout Okaloosa County will compete in the district Pinewood Derby runoff March 8 at Santa Rosa Mall. And area scouts saw plenty of excitement on Saturday, when they s…
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Breen and Bunch announce engagement
Mr. and Mrs. Craig Breen and Ms. Rene’ Bunch would like to announce the forthcoming marriage of their children, Callie and Ronnie.
Raising emergency signal also raises hopes for P.J. Adams improvements
CRESTVIEW — Residents took notice when a county crew raised the flashing emergency traffic signal this week at the intersection of P.J. Adams Parkway, Villacrest and Ashley Drives.
PRACTICAL MONEY SKILLS: Should you buy pet insurance?
One topic I’ve learned to avoid with new acquaintances until I know them better (along with politics and religion) is where they stand on the treatment of pets. Some people, when their dog gets sick …
PRACTICAL MONEY SKILLS: Rule changes tighten reverse mortgage eligibility
Reverse mortgages have become increasingly popular in recent years, as cash-strapped seniors seek ways to keep pace with rising expenses – not to mention cope with the pummeling their retirement savi…
Long-time resident, anonymous donor bring historical marker to Baker
BAKER — Jeanette Henderson is happy to see years of research and hard work pay off.
The long-time resident is responsible for bringing a historical marker to Baker School, establishing that the form…
Longest-serving Okaloosa County sheriff dies
CRESTVIEW — Okaloosa County's longest-serving sheriff died Monday after a period of hospice care. Ray Wilson was elected in 1956 and served 20 years in office.
CHECK IT OUT: Black History Month electronic resources available
The Florida Electronic Library has resources for all ages to explore during Black History Month. These include:
•The Encyclopedia of African-American Culture and History, 2nd edition, 2006 is a five…
Young Marines boot camp teaches leadership skills
CRESTVIEW — Feb. 15 is the deadline for parents who want to sign their children up for next month's 26-hour Emerald Coast Young Marines boot camp.
COVER STORY: Former Crestview pastor's Belize mission makes a difference
When the Rev. Heath Burchett announced in 2008 he'd been called to another church, First United Methodist Church members were heartbroken.