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State Rep. Nathan Boyles reflects after his first legislative session.

State Rep. Nathan Boyles, R-Baker, is wrapping up what he calls his first full legislative session in Tallahassee, and the freshman Republican said the biggest adjustment has been learning how to move policy in a chamber with far more colleagues — and competing interests — than the Okaloosa County Commission he came from.


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The Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners voted March 24 to ban red-light cameras and speed enforcement cameras from county-owned rights of way and county-maintained roads, citing due process concerns raised by a recent Florida court ruling.

Doug Chico didn’t plan to run for Congress. The 35-year-old Navy veteran and sixth-generation Northwest Florida native said he’d rather spend more time with his family. But a local surveillance camera rollout last fall set him on a path to challenge incumbent Rep. Jimmy Patronis in the August Republican primary for Florida’s 1st Congressional District.

The Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners is set to consider ratifying the submission of a $5 million federal grant application to fund the widening of a heavily congested stretch of State Road 85 in Crestview known as the “Miracle Mile.”

The Okaloosa County Commission will consider a resolution Tuesday to ban red light cameras and speed detection systems from county roadways and rights-of-way, a move prompted by a Broward County court ruling that struck down part of Florida’s automated traffic enforcement law as unconstitutional.

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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    The Jan. 21 death of L’Twan Mitchell while in custody at Okaloosa Correctional Institution has drawn the attention of the NAACP Okaloosa County branch. Several members of Mitchell’s family have questioned the death.

    The NAACP said in a statement that it has initiated a legal redress review to assist the family in understanding the events surrounding Mitchell’s death. Mitchell was reportedly found unresponsive in the prison infirmary.

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    It was a party in Laurel Hill last Tuesday, as the Hoboes’ baseball team got their first Rural district 1 win of the season.


    Not only was this Laurel Hill’s first district win, but it was also against an opponent they hadn’t beaten in over nine years, making their 9-6 victory over Paxton one for the history books.

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    Congrats to our Student and Athlete of the Week!


    Nearly 15,000 fans of blues, brews and barbecue are expected to take over downtown Crestview.
    The 22nd Annual Triple B Festival is set for Saturday, March 28, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event will take place on Main Street and several side streets and is organized by the nonprofit Main Street Crestview Association.


    The City of Crestview is taking over Pensacola for their second annual “Crestview Night” at Blue Wahoos Stadium on Thursday, April 30.


    “Crestview Night” will feature local community members for the singing of the National Anthem and honorary first pitch, while placing the community of Crestview in their own section where they can come together and enjoy a night of Blue Wahoos baseball.

    The art of Fencing has been around since the Ancient Era of history. It was a form of sword combat that evolved into one of the earliest Olympic sports in 1896.


    With European roots, the sport has grown across America, and it has now made its way into Crestview with Unity Fencing Academy.

    The City of Crestview is taking over Pensacola for their second annual “Crestview Night” at Blue Wahoos Stadium on Thursday, April 30.


    “Crestview Night” will feature local community members for the singing of the National Anthem and honorary first pitch, while placing the community of Crestview in their own section where they can come together and enjoy a night of Blue Wahoos baseball.

    The art of Fencing has been around since the Ancient Era of history. It was a form of sword combat that evolved into one of the earliest Olympic sports in 1896.


    With European roots, the sport has grown across America, and it has now made its way into Crestview with Unity Fencing Academy.

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