U.S. 98 eastbound traffic, between Fallin Waters Drive and the Hurlburt Field runway, in Okaloosa County will be shifted to the newly constructed adjacent lanes the week of Monday, Aug. 25. Plans cal…
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Sheriff's office K9 now working at schools
CRESTVIEW — An 8-year old rescued Labrador retriever now serves as a narcotics detection K9 for the Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office's Youth Services Division.
Wine Gala goes French: Evening of wine tastings, gourmet food set for Nov. 1
CRESTVIEW — Following tradition, the fifth annual Moonlight and Melodies Wine Gala, having grown in scale and attendance, takes participants to a new venue.
Couple charged with burglarizing Crestview home
CRESTVIEW – A Fort Walton Beach couple is charged with burglarizing the home of a Crestview resident who had allegedly sold them a broken cellular telephone.
His and Hers principals create interesting dynamics at home
CRESTVIEW — When Laurel Hill School and Baker School's principals head home in the evening, it’s not unusual for work to follow. That’s because they’re married.
Through Inés’ eyes: Visiting French student shares her impressions of NW Florida
Inés Boudet du Mochet, a 17-year-old French student who, through the Crestview Area Sister City Program, spent the summer visiting Okaloosa County, shares her impressions of the Emerald Coast — and …
Police notice motorists’ increased attention in school zones
CRESTVIEW — Minimal opening-week school zone traffic stops have Crestview Police officers breathing easier and hoping for safer crossings throughout the rest of the school year.
Residential façade improvement grants OK'd for CRA district
CRESTVIEW — The Community Redevelopment Agency board has unanimously approved a residential façade-improvement grant program for the district.
Northwest Florida State College Honors paramedic program graduates
NICEVILLE — Northwest Florida State College recognized students who successfully completed the college's technical certificate program for Paramedic during the 2013-2014 academic year.
ARRESTS: Aug. 19, 2014
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