CRESTVIEW — Twenty lower-income Cougars at Northwood Elementary School will soon benefit from a regional weekend food program.
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Food pantries see donations dwindle as demand rises after holidays
FORT WALTON BEACH — As the generosity of the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays fades, many local food pantries are bracing for the annual dry spell.
Litter of puppies finds home at PAWS
FORT WALTON BEACH — Officials with the Panhandle Animal Welfare Society don’t know much about the dog or her 10 puppies that came in Wednesday. They don‘t know her name, what breed she is exactly or …
Crestview couple welcomes north county’s first baby of 2013
CRESTVIEW — For now, Makayla Olivia Jones hasn’t given much thought to arriving in town. As the first baby of 2013 born in the north county region, her immediate interests are sleeping and eating.
Crestview cold weather shelters open tonight and Friday
CRESTVIEW — A weather shelter at New Beginnings Church, 412 W. James Lee Blvd., will open tonight (Jan. 3) at 6 p.m.
Extension office offers opportunities to improve 2013
CRESTVIEW — The University of Florida will be offering two opportunities for those looking to improve their quality of life for 2013.
CHECK IT OUT: Looking forward and reflecting on development
2013 means many Okaloosa County residents will set New Year’s resolutions.
EXTENSION CONNECTION: Start New Year’s resolutions small
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Soldier raises comrades’ spirits while serving overseas
CRESTVIEW — A local service member’s overseas airbase spent the holidays much like residents in town, with a Christmas feast, toys and entertainment.
Crestview roller rink receives facelift
CRESTVIEW — A whirl of lights from the disco ball, dancing lasers and the beat of Michael Jackson heralded an Old School Night at SkateTopia. The community’s newest family-friendly venue opened Dec. …