CRESTVIEW — Sasquatch Zoo’s animals are among beneficiaries of a wine and cheese reception Sunday afternoon on Main Street. The reception, complete with wildlife refuge “animal ambassadors,” is 2-4 p…
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Eglin airman killed during survival training
FORT WALTON BEACH — An Eglin airman killed Oct. 11 during a four-day water survival course will be buried Saturday in his hometown of Jackson, Mo.
State presses case against Holcombe
PENSACOLA — Assistant State Attorney Russ Edgar attempted to use Randall Holcombe’s words and deeds against him Wednesday to prove his case for racketeering and grand theft.
Boeing donates $35k to Okaloosa County School District
FORT WALTON BEACH — Boeing recently made a $35,000 donation to the Okaloosa County School District to support several STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) initiatives throughout the coun…
Oct. 22 lane closure at Texas and Eighth in Crestview
CRESTVIEW — On Oct. 22, the City of Crestview Utility Maintenance Department will perform utility work at the intersection of Texas Parkway and Eighth Avenue with partial lane closure.
Students say school cafeteria has variety
CRESTVIEW — The days of mystery meat and sodden vegetables are long gone, school cafeteria managers said, as north county schools observe the School Nutrition Association’s National School Lunch Week.
Eagle Scout project gives Twin Hills Park ducks a nesting place
CRESTVIEW — Duck production at Twin Hills Park may improve due to a teenager’s efforts.
Hobo Festival attendance up
LAUREL HILL — Despite its near cancellation, the annual Hobo Festival went on as planned Saturday at Gene Clary Park. About 600 people, up 100 from last year, attended the event, and organizers said …
City may sue to keep alley open
The dispute between the city of Crestview over the ownership of the alleyway east of the historic Alatex Building took a new twist Monday evening when the city council approved pursuing legal action …
Trial set to begin in Okaloosa sheriff’s kickback scandal
The oft-delayed trial of former Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office employee Randall Holcombe is scheduled to get under way today in Pensacola.