The Okaloosa County Department of Public Safety now accepts 9-1-1 texts. T-Mobile, Verizon Wireless, Sprint and AT&T customers can now send a text up to 140 characters long to 9-1-1 in an emergency. …
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VIDEO: Northwood Arts and Science Academy's 2016 ArtWalk
CRESTVIEW — Northwood Arts and Science Academy's 2016 ArtWalk was a feast of visual and performing arts, with art on the walls and art in the air.
The May 3 event filled the schools’ walkways with …
Crestview man hosts Korean Martial Arts Festival (PHOTOS)
CRESTVIEW — Thomas Gordon, of Gordon Martial Arts, recently hosted the 10th Annual Korean Martial Arts Festival.
The first day included a session on kicking, and some tips on throwing techniques.
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Laurel Hill woman injured in traffic accident involving ambulance
FORT WALTON BEACH — A Laurel Hill woman has a minor injury following a traffic accident that involved an Okaloosa County ambulance.
A 2006 Chevrolet Impala on Tuesday was traveling southbound on Pa…
This Crestview man has worked 15 years to bring back the Northern Bobwhite Quail
CRESTVIEW — Bill Barnhill recalls the days when a robust quail population brought hunters to Florida’s panhandle for national field trials.
Since then, the species has declined an estimated 85 perc…
Antioch Elementary art show is May 19
CRESTVIEW — Antioch Elementary School will host its annual art show May 19.
The event is open to the public and hours are 5-7 p.m. May 19 at the school, 4700 Whitehurst Lane.
The show not only gi…
These 6 names will be added to the EOD memorial wall May 7
NICEVILLE — The 47th Annual Explosive Ordnance Disposal Memorial ceremony will include the addition of six names to the memorial wall.
The ceremony is 9 a.m. May 7 at the EOD Memorial, Range Road, …
Ribbon cutting celebrates Eglin housing revitalization
EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE — Corvias Military Living and Eglin Air Force community are celebrating the grand opening of the first of 747 new homes on the base, as well as the unveiling of the Warrior Landi…
Northwest Florida State College graduation is May 7
NICEVILLE — The 51st annual graduation ceremonies are May 7 at Northwest Florida State College.
The first is at 10 a.m. and features graduates in bachelor’s degree, associate of science, associate …
'Catterday' features cat adoptions, free samples this Saturday in Crestview
CRESTVIEW — The Pawsitively Scrumptious "Catterday" event features a new products showcase, free samples and goodie bags for cats in attendance while supplies last. Attendees may register to win gift…