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A Georgia Baptist Disaster Relief trailer serves as part of the volunteer organization’s hurricane cleanup operation in Crestview.

More than 50 Georgia Baptist Disaster Relief volunteers are assisting Crestview homeowners with free hurricane cleanup services following Hurricane Isaias, removing fallen trees, clearing debris and tarping damaged roofs. Crews are operating from Live Oak Baptist Church and expect to remain in the area for up to two weeks.


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Florida emergency management officials continue to prep for Hurricane Isaias making landfall Friday evening as a major storm near Pensacola, with bands of life-threatening storm surge, winds and tornadoes spreading hundreds of miles to the east.

Among the three Crestview City Council seats on the ballot this election year is the representative of Precinct 2, which is bordered by James Lee Boulevard to the north and Interstate 10 to the south.

Here are this year’s three qualified candidates: Sylvester Echols, April Rencich and Louis Rodriquez.

Okaloosa County declared a local state of emergency as of 5 p.m. Oct. 7 ahead of Tropical Storm Isaias, which will remain in effect for seven days unless rescinded or extended according to state law.

Mandatory evacuations have been ordered for residents in Zones A and B, including coastal areas of Fort Walton Beach, Destin, Niceville and Mary Esther.

More than 120,000 renters insurance policyholders in Florida can expect a rate decrease this month.

Florida Insurance Commissioner Mike Yaworsky recently approved American Modern Home Insurance Company for an average 12.8 percent rate decrease for HO-4 policies. The decrease will affect 121,898 exposures. The rate change is effective Oct. 11 for new policies and renewals.


Shout Out!

As a member of the CHS Medical Academy, I, Sofia Bermudez, have helped grow the club’s outreach by working with my officer team and connecting with other schools, supporting efforts to teach CPR to students. We have been seen doing blood drives with our local one blood as well as teaching children CPR at Richburg Elementary and Davidson middle school. Being part of this initiative has allowed me to contribute to spreading life-saving knowledge and making a positive impact in my community. – Sofia B.

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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    In the wake of Hurricane Isaias, the Florida High School Athletic Association is providing some flexibility for athletic teams for district volleyball tournaments and for football.

    FHSAA Executive Director Craig Damon talked about that flexibility during an interview on Monday morning.


    Congrats to our Student and Athlete of the Week!

    The Crestview Area Youth Association is known for its broad participation in multiple sports. The organization is now branching out with the addition of 7v7 football starting in mid-January.


    More than 50 Georgia Baptist Disaster Relief volunteers are assisting Crestview homeowners with free hurricane cleanup services following Hurricane Isaias, removing fallen trees, clearing debris and tarping damaged roofs. Crews are operating from Live Oak Baptist Church and expect to remain in the area for up to two weeks.

    One local organization is preparing for a potentially large turnout for its monthly food distribution this coming Friday as the cleanup from Hurricane Isaias continues in Crestview and the Florida Panhandle.

    More than 50 Georgia Baptist Disaster Relief volunteers are assisting Crestview homeowners with free hurricane cleanup services following Hurricane Isaias, removing fallen trees, clearing debris and tarping damaged roofs. Crews are operating from Live Oak Baptist Church and expect to remain in the area for up to two weeks.

    One local organization is preparing for a potentially large turnout for its monthly food distribution this coming Friday as the cleanup from Hurricane Isaias continues in Crestview and the Florida Panhandle.

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