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.
Northwood Arts and Science Academy announces honor students
First grade A's
Lawson Beaty; Kailyn Bennett; Hannah Bishop; Nikolas Blackshear; Hayleigh Blanchard; Madison Bush; Jacey Conyers; Jaelene Jester; Ethan Milonas; Mary Richard; Landon Shutt; Andrew Wi…
Can word games make us smarter?
When older generations complain about reading and writing skills among today’s youth, they point accusingly at technological advances, award-winning author and college teacher Daniel Wick said.
Crestview man in jail following Wal-Mart robbery
A Crestview man is behind bars following a Thursday night Wal-Mart robbery, Crestview Police stated.
FROM THE PULPIT: Make your church a safe haven
Someone once said, “The church would be a great place if it weren’t for all the people.”
EXTENSION CONNECTION: What are the benefits of volunteering for 4-H?
4-H aims to teach life skills to children. We find that the program also equips kids with marketable skills, along with a sense of belonging and self-worth, which make them more apt to be successful.
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.