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Road Finally Reopens After Tropical Storm Ida

Road Finally Reopens After Tropical Storm Ida
The road connecting Pensacola Beach and Navarre has be reopened to traffic after Tropical Storm Ida made landfall despite still being damaged. Another beachfront road remains closed. more »
Nov/19/09 11:04 AM
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By Steven Norris

Fla. Residents Can Check Eligibility Online

Fla. Residents Can Check Eligibility Online
Wonder if you qualify for extended unemployment benefits? Now you can find out with a click. more »
Nov/15/09 12:37 PM
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Medicaid Medical Records Going Electronic

Medicaid Medical Records Going Electronic
Florida is taking steps to make the medical histories of more than 1 million Medicaid patients available to thousands of doctors, clinics and hospitals around the state. more »
Nov/14/09 1:20 PM
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By Associated Press

A Hurlburt Hello

A Hurlburt Hello
One of the high ranking officials at Hurlburt Field has a preview of what to expect for our Hometown Tour. more »
Oct/29/09 3:00 PM
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By Chad Petri

Deployment A Part Of Life At Hurlburt

Deployment A Part Of Life At Hurlburt
There are many families that have to cope with the strain of continued deployment of a loved one. more »
Oct/29/09 2:48 PM
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By Chad Petri

Hometown Tour:  Hurlburt Field

Hometown Tour:  Hurlburt Field
Officials here say this base is becoming one of the most relevant to the United States Air Force. more »
Oct/29/09 1:45 PM
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By Chad Petri

Some Hurlburt History

Some Hurlburt History
The base has undergone quite a few changes since the World War II era. more »
Oct/28/09 7:58 PM
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By Chad Petri

Combat Weather Squadron

Combat Weather Squadron
Weathermen with a bit more punch. Hurlburt Field is also home to the 10th Combat Weather Squadron. more »
Oct/28/09 6:42 PM
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By Chad Petri

Billings Murder Suspects Face Death Penalty

Billings Murder Suspects Face Death Penalty
Prosecutors announced Monday they will seek the death penalty for four of the seven men accused of murdering a Beulah, Florida couple during a home invasion July 9. more »
Oct/12/09 1:44 PM
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By Jessica Taloney

Happy Homecoming

Happy Homecoming
150 airmen deployed to Iraq return to Hurlburt Field in Ft. Walton Beach Monday more »
Oct/5/09 5:23 PM
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By Pat Peterson
Comment by XcCity: Thank God for heroes like these. Thank y’all for serving our country. 1 Responses »

Robbers Steal Elderly Man’s Cane & His Wife’s Purse

Robbers Steal Elderly Man’s Cane & His Wife’s Purse
Police need your help to catch two armed men who robbed the elderly Fort Walton Beach couple in the driveway of their home. more »
Oct/5/09 4:37 PM
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By Jamie Burch

Former Panhandle Sheriff Reports To Prison

Former Panhandle Sheriff Reports To Prison
The former head of Florida's Sheriffs' Association has begun a three-year federal prison sentence at a Forrest City, Arkansas prison camp. more »
Sep/29/09 9:59 AM
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By Associated Press
Comment by rmseek1234: Sorry, I meant to say they celebrate when he is CONVICTED! Anyway-for every bad cop,there are THOUSANDS of good ones. 4 Responses »

Road Closures Around Eglin AFB For Test Flights

Road Closures Around Eglin AFB For Test Flights
Highways 85, 123, and 285 will be closed for an hour on Tuesday (September 29) for the safety of driver during test flights. more »
Sep/25/09 12:09 PM
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By Jamie Burch

Daphne Couple Killed In Boating Accident

Daphne Couple Killed In Boating Accident
George and Donna Brenner among 3 killed when 2 boats collide in Choctawhatchee Bay Friday night more »
Sep/5/09 10:09 PM
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By Associated Press
Comment by mustuknow: My condolences to the family and friends of this family.  I cannot imagine the pain that the son is going through at this time.  My sincerest… view »

Off-Duty Medic Saves Two Kids

Off-Duty Medic Saves Two Kids
Two young boys are alive thanks to an off-duty firefighter. more »
Aug/26/09 3:07 PM
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By Jessica Taloney
Comment by minimay87: They were extremely lucky that he was there. Good job. 2 Responses »

Billings Murder: Crime Scene Photos Public

Billings Murder: Crime Scene Photos Public
Surveillance pictures and crime scene photos will be made public in the Billings murder investigation. All eight defendants were in the courtroom when the judge announced the ruling. more »
Aug/21/09 3:59 PM
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By Jessica Taloney
Comment by minimay87: I agree. Sitting through the trial is going to be painful and heart wrenching enough. During a trial I had attended my family ask the courts to let us… 2 Responses »

FREE Safety Kits, Entertainment, and Something Special for Veterans

FREE Safety Kits, Entertainment, and Something Special for Veterans
It's Free Friday and tonight we kick off our list with something we hope you'll never have to use. more »
Aug/20/09 8:42 PM
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By Rose Ann Haven, Emily Forrester

Hurlburt Field Homecoming

Hurlburt Field Homecoming
Family and friends welcome home more than 200 airmen in emotional homecoming ceremony at Hurlburt Field in Ft. Walton Beach more »
Aug/5/09 5:17 PM
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By Pat Peterson
Comment by Lindsay: Is the video to this story not posted? 1 Responses »

Former Okakloosa County Sheriff Arrested On State Charges

Former Okakloosa County Sheriff Arrested On State Charges
State Attorney Bill Eddins said arrest warrants have been issued for former Sheriff Charlie Morris and five former employees. They each face various charges, including racketeering. more »
Jul/30/09 5:12 PM
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By The Associated Press
Comment by shrimpfire: PUT HIM UNDER THE JAIL view »

Pamela Long Wiggins Arrested On Bigamy Charges

Pamela Long Wiggins Arrested On Bigamy Charges
BREAKING NEWS The woman charged with being an accessory in the murder of Byrd & Melanie is re-arrested for being married to two men at the same time. more »
Jul/30/09 4:33 PM
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By Jamie Burch
Comment by cmb1: Next food stamp fraud!  They need to get her a cell before she runs.  Because next time they probably won’t be able to find her? Guilty… 6 Responses »

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