Connolly takes command of HHC in ceremony
EGLIN AFB – “I will miss you, I am not going away for long, but I also won’t have the mantle of leadership anymore,” said Maj. David B. Kimsey, outgoing commander of the Headquarters and Headquarters...
View ArticleAF releases selective reenlistment bonus list
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas (AFNS) — Three Air Force specialty codes have been added to the selective reenlistment bonus list, and two have seen an increase in bonus amounts, Air Force...
View Article505th CCW raises BLUE FLAG for combat training
During military exercises, realism and dynamic response are essential for proper training. For Air Operations Centers and Air Force Forces staffs, the place to look for realistic operational-level...
View ArticleHurlburt Field pharmacy helps with tobacco cessation
The 1st Special Operations Medical Group pharmacy is providing Hurlburt Field personnel with nicotine replacements for individuals wanting to stop tobacco use. One of the base pharmacists, hoping to...
View ArticleATCATS earn Meritorious Unit Award
KADENA AIR BASE, Japan — The 353rd Special Operations Group was awarded the Meritorious Unit Award Dec. 16 for their exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding service from...
View ArticleFollow ‘rule of halves’ in managing for turkeys
Whether you oversee a large tract of land or own a smaller parcel, there are many wildlife management techniques you can use to help attract and keep wild turkeys on your property. Wild turkeys, like...
View ArticleProtected salt marsh remains untouched
Hurlburt Field’s Soundside salt marsh hosts not only a robust ecosystem, but endangered species and an archeological site along the shoreline in front of the FamCamp—these are some of the reasons that...
View ArticleBaptist Medical Group: Start new year with doctor check-up
PENSACOLA — The new year brings a renewed spirit of positive change and commitment to health-related goals. Whether your aim is to attain a healthy weight, start an exercise regimen or eat a more...
View ArticlePanhandle blue crab trap closure under way
Recreational and commercial blue crab harvesters in certain areas of the Panhandle can no longer have their blue crab traps in the water as of Jan. 5, the first day of a 10-day trap closure. This...
View ArticleFiscal cliff legislation affects military, civilian paychecks
WASHINGTON (AFNS) — The legislation President Barack Obama signed Jan. 2 postponed the fiscal cliff and means changes to military and civilian paychecks, Defense Finance and Accounting Service...
View ArticleAir Force to provide dedicated legal counsel to sexual assault victims
WASHINGTON (AFNS) — A new Air Force pilot program designed to provide legal assistance to victims of sexual assault will begin later this month. The Special Victims’ Counsel Program will give sexual...
View ArticleMilitary OneSource provides tax assistance service
WASHINGTON (AFNS) — As tax season nears, Military OneSource and H&R Block have joined forces again to provide a free online tax preparation service for service members. During an interview with...
View ArticleBeal Parkway signs painted over
FORT WALTON BEACH - The signs on Beal Parkway that have sparked protests from residents because of their controversial messages have been vandalized, according to the Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office....
View ArticleWoman says man menaced her with knife
FORT WALTON BEACH - A Pensacola man faces charges after he allegedly punched a woman in the mouth and menaced her with a knife. On Dec. 23 an Okaloosa County Sheriff's deputy visited a Shadow Lane...
View ArticleSanta Rosa approves new incentives for Project Breeze (DOCUMENT)
MILTON — A manufacturing company looking to relocate to the industrial park in East Milton has qualified for even more county incentives than were initially approved last month. Santa Rosa County...
View ArticleMan says he bought crack at 'The Thrifty'
CRESTVIEW - If you're riding in a car with illegal window tint, you should probably leave any narcotics at the house. On Dec. 15 an Okaloosa County Sheriff's deputy stopped a car on Airport Road...
View ArticleFWB nominates two to fill vacant council seat (DOCUMENT)
FORT WALTON BEACH — Two local business owners have been nominated to fill the City Council seat vacated by Dennis Reeves in November. The City Council on Tuesday selected former Councilman Mike Holmes...
View ArticleHolcombe sentenced to four years
PENSACOLA — Randall Holcombe, a confidant of former Okaloosa County Sheriff Charlie Morris who benefited from his bonus kickback scheme, was sentenced Thursday to 48 months in prison for racketeering...
View Article18-year-old charged with throwing bicycle, flood lights
NICEVILLE - Police charged a man after he allegedly threw a neighbor's bicycle and flood lights, according to an arrest report. Niceville Police went to a Galway Drive residence where they were told...
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