Aug 6, 2014
Man blames bedpost for woman’s eye injury
CRESTVIEW — A 56-year-old man accused of injuring a woman’s eye has an Aug. 19 court date.
Aug 6, 2014
Gulf Power customers encouraged to remain alert for telephone scams
Area businesses and residential customers have reported receiving calls from someone claiming to represent Gulf Power Company and demanding payment or their electric service will be cut off.
Aug 6, 2014
CHELCO members report scams
Choctawhatchee Electric Cooperative has received reports that businesses and people in its service area are receiving calls threatening disconnection for non-payment of utility bills.
Aug 4, 2014
ARRESTS: Aug. 4, 2014
The Crestview Police Department and Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office provided the following crime reports for publication:
Aug 1, 2014
Okaloosa sheriff recognized for legislative advocacy efforts
The Florida Association of Counties presented its 2014 County Partner Award to Okaloosa County Sheriff Larry Ashley.
Aug 1, 2014
Commissioner: Video visitation with inmates has 'numerous advantages'
The Okaloosa County Corrections Department's new video visitation system provides a safer, more efficient way to visit inmates, a county spokesperson said.
Jul 30, 2014
Crestview woman charged with attempted murder
A Crestview woman is charged with attempted murder following a Saturday night fight, Crestview police reported.
Jul 30, 2014
Crestview BBQ venue heavily damaged in fire
CRESTVIEW — A Tuesday night fire partially damaged Crestview’s newest barbecue venue, causing an estimated property loss of $20,000 plus $5,000 in contents.
Jul 29, 2014
Police to serve meals at Beef 'O' Brady's, earn tips for K9s
CRESTVIEW — Waiters in blue will tote drinks and meals rather than guns and citation books Saturday when Crestview Police officers take over serving duties at the Crestview Beef ‘O’ Brady’s.
Jul 28, 2014
With new equipment and training, Almarante Fire District gains new insurance rating
LAUREL HILL — Almarante Fire District Deputy Fire Chief Ryan Jaycocks says his new turnout gear is a much needed upgrade.