CRESTVIEW — Even the threat of Tropical Storm Karen couldn't dampen the Bulldog spirit as the annual Homecoming parade rolled up Main Street the afternoon of Oct. 4. But Bulldogs still have more Home…
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Blue Jean Ball volunteers prepare to party in the face of a storm
CRESTVIEW — Storm or no storm, the "Casino Royale" themed Blue Jean Ball fund-raiser for Covenant Hospice will go ahead as scheduled, organizers said, and the beehive of activity in community center …
Hurricane watch, event announcements for Oct. 4-6
CRESTVIEW — In preparation for the potential hazardous weather, the Okaloosa Board of County Commissioners scheduled a special meeting at 9 a.m. today at the Emergency Operations Center at Northwest …
4 volunteer dancers raising funds for Covenant Hospice this weekend (GALLERY)
CRESTVIEW — With time running out before Saturday's "Casino Royale"-themed Blue Jean Ball, four volunteer dancing "stars" are polishing their routines to benefit Covenant Hospice.
CHECK IT OUT: Agent available to help you understand the Health Insurance Marketplace
For those without health insurance, Tuesday marked the opening of the Health Insurance Marketplace and the beginning of open enrollment, which goes through March 31, 2014.
Volunteers sought for Almarante Cemetery clean-up day, Oct. 5
LAUREL HILL — Volunteers are invited to help tidy up history when Almarante Cemetery gets its annual facelift on Saturday. Volunteers will gather at 8 a.m. beneath the city's landmark blue water towe…
Less than 900 applications available for home principal reduction program
TALLAHASSEE — The Florida Hardest-Hit Fund Principal Reduction program’s application process is entering its final stretch with less than 900 spaces available. Florida homeowners can apply before the…
Okaloosa County lifeguard season ends Oct. 27
Okaloosa Beach Safety lifeguard season ends Oct. 27, following more than 200 open water rescues. Beach Safety will maintain limited daily patrols and 911 responses from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. throughout t…
Country-themed fundraiser raises $10,000 for YMCA (PHOTOS)
CRESTVIEW — The Crestview YMCA now has $10,000 that can pay for facility improvements, following the weekend “Be a Cowboy/Cowgirl for a Day” fundraiser at Old Warrior Ranch.
Confederate heritage organizations weigh in on Crestview's flag issue
CRESTVIEW — Representatives from Fort Walton Beach and Tallahassee Confederate heritage organizations have added their thoughts amid some residents’ concern about a rebel flag that flies over a Crest…