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“It is our family’s belief that justice was served today, although it doesn’t end our pain,” Darran Johnson, who is a brother of Renee Flaherty’s, said next to several loved ones after the execution of Jeffrey Hutchinson. (Photo by Tony Judnich)

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Victims’ loved one: Killer ‘deserved no mercy’

Mass murderer Jeffrey G. Hutchinson was executed at 8:14 p.m. Eastern Standard Time on Thursday at Florida State Prison.

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Oil change biz, retail plaza are coming to north Crestview

A Take 5 Oil Change station and a retail plaza are being built near one another along State Road 85 (Ferdon Boulevard) on Crestview’s north end.

Crestview plans to overhaul moldy fire station

Crestview officials say addressing a recently discovered mold problem at city Fire Station 3 that led to the relocation of staff is a top city priority.

Memorial for Kadance Fredericksen is coming to Twin Hills Park

An anonymous donor has offered to pay the estimated $5,000 cost of establishing a memorial for the late Kadance Fredericksen at Twin Hills Park, Crestview officials said at Monday’s City Council meeting.

Crestview Police investigate shooting

At 8:30 p.m. Sunday, the Crestview Police Department responded to the FLA Convenience gas station at 698 N. Ferdon Blvd. in reference to a person who received a gunshot wound to the lower torso.

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Memorial for Kadance Fredericksen is coming to Twin Hills Park

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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S.O.: Garden City teen tried to take deputy’s gun

An Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office deputy was able to escape harm after an armed burglary suspect tried to pull a weapon on him and tried to take the deputy’s gun from its holster, S.O. officials said in a news release on Thursday.

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Sports

Gators’ football opens spring practice

For the first time in 2025, the Baker football team was back on the field. Head Coach Matt Brunson and the rest of his staff oversaw practice, which began on April 28, that included nearly 80 players which ranged from incoming freshmen to rising seniors.