CRESTVIEW — Three North Okaloosa teachers have been named Teacher of the Year finalists, Okaloosa Superintendent of Schools Mary Beth Jackson and School Board member Cathy Thigpen announced.
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HOBO HOMEFRONT: Remembering Maudy
I once read this saying: "Life is meant to be lived — not feared, sold nor sweated. Fear not death. Fear the unlived life." It sticks in my mind as I mourn the loss of Maudy Carper, a long-time Laure…
Registration open for April 10-12 Emerald Coast Motorcycle Challenge
The Emerald Coast Motorcycle Challenge Rodeo and Skills Training, benefiting the Emerald Coast Children's Advocacy Center, is April 10-12 at The Boardwalk parking lot on Okaloosa Island.
Crestview man in jail following Wal-Mart robbery
A Crestview man is behind bars following a Thursday night Wal-Mart robbery, Crestview Police stated.
Residents differ on provisions of proposed animal control ordinance
CRESTVIEW — A proposed city animal control ordinance generated debate among residents and city officials during a Monday City Council workshop.
City to provide its own janitorial services, saving $21K rest of year
CRESTVIEW — After requesting bids from janitorial service companies, city officials determined it was cheaper to have city employees do the work.
CHECK IT OUT: Geocaching in progress for Viva Florida anniversary
Have you heard about geocaching on the Okaloosa County Public Library Cooperative Heritage Trail?
Nearly $1 million will rescind furloughs, fix streets, bolster general fund
CRESTVIEW — The City Council unanimously approved department heads' recommendations for distributing nearly $1 million in refunds from Gulf Power.
Police announce SR 85 'completely shut down'
CRESTVIEW — Local authorities have closed State Road 85 due to icy conditions, Crestview Police Department officers report.
Many residents hunker down and enjoy a snow day
CRESTVIEW — North county residents woke up to a winter wonderland of ice-encased foliage and streets coated in a crisp, white mantle. At 7:30 a.m., the time-and-temperature sign outside the First Nat…