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Okaloosa County Tax Collector Ben Anderson, left, talks about the office building project while District 4 County Commissioner Trey Goodwin looks on during the groundbreaking ceremony. (Photo by Tony Judnich)
The future home of the Okaloosa County Tax Collector’s and Property Appraiser’s offices, as well as offices for other government services, is expected to serve north county residents for several decades, county Tax Collector Ben Anderson said during this morning’s groundbreaking ceremony for the two-story, approximately 30,000-square-foot office building in Crestview.

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It has been a busy month for the Emerald Coast Zoo in Crestview. The zoo recently welcomed the first giraffe born in the city, Mutombo, on June 1. Mutombo, born two months early, stood 5 feet, 10 inches tall at birth. Since being born, he is already 6 feet, 4 inches. His dad, Dikembe, is 16 feet tall.
After finding out its huge, estimated total cost, Crestview City Council members are backing away from pursuing the construction of a major city sports complex.
Javaris Dawsey, 39, of Crestview, was arrested last Friday on drug trafficking charges and other charges.
On Friday, Dec. 19, American Airlines will begin offering daily nonstop flights from Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS) to Miami International Airport (MIA).

Shoutout to Annabelle Donuts

Last Sunday we went by after church to purchase some treats. A women and her children in front of us where ordering and the owner gave the women’s daughter a free order of donut holes. We ordered a few things including donut holes and he also gave us our donut hole order for free. We love and support Annabelle’s and the owner is always a pleasure and this was another wonderful reason we love them and you should too! 100/100 recommend.

Shoutout to Autism Pensacola 2025 Connecting The Pieces Gala

Autism Pensacola’s 19th Annual Connecting the Pieces Gala is Thursday, April 10, 2025, at Sanders Beach-Corrine Jones Community Center. The event features a silent auction, music by the Dharma Beats, a walkabout menu-tasting provided by local chefs and restaurants, signature cocktails and a brief program. All proceeds of the Connecting the Pieces Gala support Autism Pensacola’s outreach efforts to serve children and families affected by autism in the local community.

Shoutout to Niceville Tutoring

I want to give a BIG thanks to Niceville Tutoring! They’re not just a tutoring service, they’re invested in helping our kids in North Okaloosa succeed. Plus, supporting local businesses like theirs is what makes our community thrive! Give them a follow on Facebook and show your support!

Shoutout to the Crestview Community

Too many to list, but the community of Crestview came together and adopted every resident for Christmas @ Shoal Creek Rehab. Thank you to all who made Christmas so magical for our residents

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    Wyatt Straight took a year off from football. After playing for Baker in his freshman and sophomore year, Straight stepped away to focus on basketball and baseball.
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    The local chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution recently donated a “Liberty Tree” to the Crestview History Museum, aka the Bush House, at 198 S. Wilson St.

    It has been a busy month for the Emerald Coast Zoo in Crestview. The zoo recently welcomed the first giraffe born in the city, Mutombo, on June 1. Mutombo, born two months early, stood 5 feet, 10 inches tall at birth. Since being born, he is already 6 feet, 4 inches. His dad, Dikembe, is 16 feet tall.
    Erik and Amanda Shutt, the owners of Be A Lion Ice Cream Co. in downtown Crestview, love to indulge in big servings of faith, family, and community.
    It has been a busy month for the Emerald Coast Zoo in Crestview. The zoo recently welcomed the first giraffe born in the city, Mutombo, on June 1. Mutombo, born two months early, stood 5 feet, 10 inches tall at birth. Since being born, he is already 6 feet, 4 inches. His dad, Dikembe, is 16 feet tall.
    Erik and Amanda Shutt, the owners of Be A Lion Ice Cream Co. in downtown Crestview, love to indulge in big servings of faith, family, and community.

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