Hurlburt Field-based wing, group earn excellent rating
After months of preparation and training while simultaneously conducting special operations missions around the world, the 1st Special Operations Wing and 720th Special Tactics Group, based at Hurlburt Field, recently earned an overall grade of “excellent” during their first Consolidated Unit Inspection.
Hepatitis C vaccine still distant hope
The Hepatitis C virus (HCV) affects about 3.2 million people in the United States according to the Center for Disease Control.
Local student glad all are safe at UCF
A University of Central Florida student who pulled a dormitory fire alarm in the middle of the night had a more sinister plan than sending students scurrying out into the Orlando night, authorities said.
Rep. Clay Ford dies
Florida Representative Clay Ford died on March 18 at 74, leaving not only a vacant seat but a legacy of public service.
Location determines cost of water
The water may come from the same place, but the rates residents pay for that water depend largely on where they live.
John Brooks II led exciting, faith-filled life
John William Brooks II “no longer has to imagine what it is like to walk by Christ’s side, as he is now surrounded by His glory,’’said his son John Brooks III.
Bill to codify public input
Florida law does not give citizens the right to speak at public meetings. Rep. Ray Rodrigues, R-Fort Myers, hopes to change that with House Bill 23, Public Meetings.
Decire Febus remembered by track team
Navarre High School’s final home track meet of the season was dedicated to the memory of former student Decire Febus.
Navarre well-represented at huge McGuire’s 5K
Nearly 17,000 green-clad runners, many costumed for the occasion, rushed through Pensacola’s downtown streets Saturday in the 36th McGuire’s St. Patrick’s Day 5K.
Missouri studio freeze-dries man’s best friend
SLATER, Mo. — Growing up on the family farm, Anthony Eddy learned early on not to get too attached to animals, including household pets.









