Crestview News Bulletin

World War II reenactors share lessons with visitors. (Photo by Tony Judnich)

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World War II comes to life at Spanish Trail Park

Dressed in a wool uniform, Josh Siren stood near a freshly dug foxhole at Spanish Trail Park this morning while discussing his portrayal of a Russian Liberation Army soldier commanded by German forces in World War II.

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Trio arrested in FWB drug bust

Three people were arrested on various drug charges after a narcotics search warrant was executed on Tuesday at a residence at 111 London Ave. in Fort Walton Beach.

Former jail chief arrested for impersonating a police officer

Former Okaloosa County Corrections Chief Nolan Weeks, who resigned from that position last December, was recently arrested by Shalimar Police for impersonating a police officer.

Execution slated in murders of woman, children

In what would be Florida’s fourth execution this year, Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a death warrant for a man who in 1998 murdered his girlfriend and her three children in Crestview.

April 1 election recap: Patronis to Congress, Boyles wins primary

Northwest Florida has a new representative in Washington, D.C. Jimmy Patronis, the Republican nominee for U.S. House District 1, defeated Democratic candidate Gay Valimont Tuesday, April 1 to replace Matt Gaetz.

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Sports

Hoboes softball earns much needed win over Poplar Springs

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Building a brighter future: How volunteerism powers northwest Florida

Community

Cowboys and competitions

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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Sheriff: Fallen deputy ‘chose a lifetime of service’

The Walton County Sheriff’s Office is in “shock and disbelief” over the shooting death of Deputy William May, Sheriff Michael Adkinson said on Wednesday evening.

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Anglin and Ratcliff claim regional titles in weightlifting

It was another banner day for Crestview boys weightlifters, Braxton Ratcliff and Eli Anglin, as they claimed regional titles in traditional and Olympic lifting in the 199 and 169-lb. classes on April 2 in DeLand. Additionally, Ratcliff totaled 605 to claim the title and also finished fourth in the traditional competition, lifting the most in his weight class in both the snatch (270) and clean (335).