The Okaloosa County Corrections Department's new video visitation system provides a safer, more efficient way to visit inmates, a county spokesperson said.
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Okaloosa sheriff recognized for legislative advocacy efforts
The Florida Association of Counties presented its 2014 County Partner Award to Okaloosa County Sheriff Larry Ashley.
Improving county infrastructure among top priorities, candidates say
CRESTVIEW — More than 60 residents now understand county commissioner and clerk of court candidates' platforms following a Wednesday forum.
Tuesdays are Drewsdays: Fast food restaurant to donate half of Big Mac Meal sales every Tuesday
CRESTVIEW — A fast food restaurant's ongoing fundraiser will benefit a 12-year-old boy critically injured in a boating accident.
County administrator resigns
Okaloosa County Administrator Ernie Padgett has submitted his resignation after 18 months on the job. Padgett said he’s leaving because, after two budget cycles, he and his wife, Lydia, are ready for…
School board candidates united against Common Core
CRESTVIEW — Differences between Okaloosa County School Board candidates may arise, but on one topic of voter concern, they are practically united: Each finds components of the state’s Common Core sta…
Attorney cautions council against fee waivers
CRESTVIEW — A community organization’s request for free use of a city building for a school supplies giveaway drew a caution from city attorney Jerry Miller.
Winn-Dixie, Bay Area Food Bank team up for food drive
Local food banks, including Bay Area Food Bank, are preparing for the school year and the fight against childhood hunger.
Grice graduates, earns U.S. Air Force commission
Graduating ROTC cadets, including a Crestview man, were awarded commissions as officers in the U.S. Air Force.
Weekend closures planned for State Road 123 in Okaloosa County
State Road 123, between State Road 85 in Crestview and Eglin Parkway in Fort Walton Beach, will be closed from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 2 and Sunday, Aug. 3 for unexploded ordnance removal.