CRESTVIEW — The Crestview Public Library will tackle a global topic as part of its First Tuesday Series. George Collins, of the Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office, will discuss human trafficking at 10:…
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Charter vote was nonbinding, but 90 percent voted anyway
CRESTVIEW — Their votes didn’t officially count, but that didn’t stop 8,114 of 9,076 voters from opining about a proposed city charter that would alter the city’s governance. Of those, 4,319, or 53 p…
Update: Missing Crestview man located
CRESTVIEW — The Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating Alex Skrmetta, 69, a missing/endangered adult who left a secure assisted living facility in Crestview on N…
Okaloosa panel to review how to eliminate rental costs
SHALIMAR — A new task force is set to begin the process of freeing Okaloosa County government from its dependence on landlords.
Jingle Bell Jog set for Dec. 8 (SLIDESHOW)
FORT WALTON BEACH — The Army 7th Special Forces Group (Airborne) has set its sights even higher for its annual Jingle Bell Jog this year.
Investigator voted Officer of the Year: CORRECTION
CRESTVIEW — Investigator David Henry’s peers named him Crestview Police Department’s Officer of the Year. Mayor David Cadle and Police Chief Tony Taylor recognized Henry and his accomplishments durin…
Incapacitated officer hands case to other officers; meth bust results
A Crestview police officer who became incapacitated during a traffic stop handed his case to other officers, who found methamphetamines and chemicals in the stopped car.
Baker students preparing for Dec. 4 Senior Citizens Banquet
BAKER — Baker School students plan to treat area senior citizens to a Dec. 4 banquet, beginning at noon, that will include fellowship, food and music.
Property discount deadline is Nov. 30
FORT WALTON BEACH — Nov. 30 is the final day to receive a 4 percent discount on property taxes.
CHECK IT OUT: 'Tis the season to share your reading lists
If you’re having a hard time figuring out what to read next, or you just want to rant or rave about the latest book you’ve read, join the Robert L. F. Sikes Crestview Public Library Goodreads group o…