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November 2012 Local Candidates On-Air Forum

Walton County Sheriff: Mike Adkinson Rep. and Danny Griffith Dem. - Tuesday, Oct 23 8:45 am

WC Superintendent: Carlene Anderson Rep. and Rosemary Ragle Dem. - Wednesday, Oct 24 8:45 am

WC BCC District 1: Bill Chapman Rep. and Frank Day Dem. - Thursday, Oct 25 8:45 am

Review The Proposed Amendments

News Segment 1

Boating Accident Fatality

The Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office Dive Team recovered the body of a 20-year-old Airman Sunday morning from the waters of Santa Rosa Sound in Mary Esther. Initial reports indicate the OCSO received a 9-1-1 call around 3:13 a.m. after someone spotted a person trying to flag down cars on Miracle Strip Parkway. The man said he’s been in a boating accident and didn’t know if his two friends were okay. He swam to shore to get a phone. EMS, firefighters, the Coast Guard and the OCSO Dive Team responded. One other boater was located unharmed. Divers however found the body of the third person underwater offshore of Cedar Condominiums around 7:44 a.m. Sunday. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission will investigate the cause of the boating accident.


C-View PD Car In Accident

A Crestview Police vehicle was properly parked, on the inside lane of southbound State Road 85, due to a traffic crash. The cop car had its emergency lights activated and was unoccupied, facing south. A 2006 Volkswagen, driven by 25-year-old David Mark Mosher of Santa Rosa Beach, was traveling south and the front struck the rear of the patrol car. Mosher was transported to Twin Cities Hospital for minor injuries then released and placed under arrest for DUI. He is also charged with Careless Driving and Damaged Property.

North Okaloosa Accident

A car was traveling east on County Road 180 in north Okaloosa County. As it entered a sharp curve to the left (north) the vehicle drove onto the southern  shoulder along eastbound County Road 180. The vehicle rotated counterclockwise as it continued on the southern shoulder, then the passenger side struck three trees, bringing it to a final rest at the point of impact with the third tree. The driver, 22-year-old Andrew Butts of Alabama and his passenger suffered injuries.

News Segment 2

I-10 Fire

There were fires on I 10 between mm 81 and mm 77 that blocked one eastbound lane.  Police report there was heavy smoke in area and motorists were advised to take an alternate route temporarily until the smoke cleared.

News Segment 3

OCSO Suspect in Home Invasion Arrested

The Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office arrested a suspect in connection with an October 15th home invasion robbery at Pier One Condominiums on Pelham Road in Fort Walton Beach. 17-year-old Michael Anthony Smith Jr. was  taken into custody on one count of Home Invasion Robbery.

The 64-year old victim of the crime told deputies he was sitting inside his home when three assailants came in the back door around 1:30 a.m. He says one of the individuals struck him in the face several times with a closed fist as they demanded money. The robbers then took his wallet, jewelry, and other items before leaving.
    
line-up as the “person who beat me during the robbery”. The investigation is continuing.


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News Segment 4

Looking for the arrest report? http://jailpublic.co.walton.fl.us. This is the new jail search page. Use the drop down calendar to find dates.

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Football Friday Scores 10/19/12
Marianna 42, Walton 7
Northview 42, Freeport 0
Holmes County 46, South Walton 16

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The Rotary Club of DeFuniak Springs is holding a Night Golf Tournament on Friday, October 26th at the DeFuniak Springs Country Club. Come play golf in the moonlight using lit golf balls and specially marked greens. Registration begins at 5:30 pm. Shotgun start at dark. BBQ Pork will be served from 6-7 pm. The entry fee is $45 per person and includes 3 mulligan, string, cart, green fees, and meal. For more information or to register, contact Robert Harrington at 801-498-0029.

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Mrs. Joann E. Sly, age 79, passed away October 18, at Sacred Heart Hospital after a lengthy illness. A memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers condolences may be sent to the family at PO Box 4764, Seaside, Florida 32459. You may go online to view obituaries, offer condolences and sign guest book at www.clary-glenn.com. Clary-Glenn Freeport Chapel Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements.

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