Aug. 12 is the first day of school and it is right around the corner. Have you begun to prepare for the start of school? In addition to needing school clothes and shoes, supplies are needed.
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Be aware of brown widow spiders
Recently, Okaloosa County Commissioner Carolyn Ketchel mentioned to me that she had more than once seen brown widow spiders in parts of Okaloosa County. Concerned about this and to provide better awa…
BBB warns public about DNA testing contacts
PENSACOLA — Several people have been calling senior service providers like SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) with the Northwest Florida Area on Aging, reporting they have had visits fr…
Student health fair scheduled for July 27
CRESTVIEW — The 3rd Masonic District, Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church, and Kiwanis Club of Crestview will host the 12th annual No Child Without Health Care Fair in July. Children and their parents or guardian…
Public, private partnerships driving Crestview initiatives
CRESTVIEW — When the city was presented the opportunity to observe the 75th anniversary of the World War II D-Day invasion, Mayor JB Whitten jumped on it.
However, there was no city budget for a ce…
Council approves plans to help Crestview grow
CRESTVIEW — The City Council heard the first reading of an ordinance on Monday night that could possibly add several new residences to the area.
The ordinance deals with a proposed 48 acres locate…
New downtown signage to help revitalize district
CRESTVIEW — The Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) met for a special brief meeting Monday night to discuss three new signs for the downtown Crestview District.
In January 2018, the process for th…
A new focus
CRESTVIEW — Rock Steady Boxing is changing the way people fight the battle of living with Parkinson’s disease, a degenerative movement disorder that can cause deterioration of motor skills, balance, …
Gordon Martial Arts holds promotion ceremony
CRESTVIEW — Ethan Hunter achieved a long-time goal July 5, becoming one of three Gordon Martial Arts students to be named to the coveted Black Belt Club.
His dedication, self-control, excellent att…
High School Sports Review: Baker football
BAKER — The Baker Gator football team had an almost picture perfect season.
The team, led by head coach Matt Brunson, finished the season 13-1. The Gators went 7-0 at home and were 5-0 in district …