CRESTVIEW — A Crestview resident is among U.S. Navy members providing warfighting readiness in Asia.

Culinary Specialist 1st Class Ariel Coley serves her country aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard.

The flagship of the Bonhomme Richard Expeditionary Strike Group, with embarked 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, is on a routine patrol in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region to enhance warfighting readiness and posture forward as a ready-response force for any type of contingency.

This article originally appeared on Crestview News Bulletin: Crestview resident feeds Navy colleagues

CRESTVIEW — Okaloosa County Courthouse records of marriages from Feb. 21 through March 9 include:

•Lester Miller and Rebecca Simpler, both of Crestview.

•Nathan Bell and Ashley Gartman, both of Crestview.

•James  Moore and Tonya Ganey, both of Crestview.

•Stephen Switzer and Kami Ramirez, both of Crestview.

•Albert Zimmerman and Michelle Cook, both of Crestview.

•Madalyn Wilson and Nicholas Watson, both of Crestview.

•Renee Whitney and Devin Chatman, both of Crestview.

•Chelsea Chessher and Bobby Howell Jr., both of Crestview.

•Mark Welch and Kristin Clark, both of Crestview.

•Rose Zelm, of Crestview, and Shawn Wood, of Pensacola.

•Justin Houp and Ashley Head, both of Crestview.

•Jonathan Henley and Ashley Frost, both of Crestview.

•Stacey Bowers and Steven Space, both of Baker.

•Angela Bowdren and Scott Harkins, both of Baker.

•Laura Forshaw and Jonathan Hammond, both of Crestview.

This article originally appeared on Crestview News Bulletin: North Okaloosa marriage licenses

CRESTVIEW — Photographer Dale Riley wanted to give Crestview artists and creators a local opportunity to showcase their work — and Gallery Night was born.

Gallery Night on March 7 featured 15 artists displaying their work throughout Casbah Coffee Company in a free, public event modeled after out-of-town art walks and gallery showings.

Riley hopes to grow the event and eventually have art flowing to the sidewalk outside the downtown coffee shop.

Gallery Night will be hosted from 6-8 p.m. the first Tuesday of every month at Casbah Coffee. 

This article originally appeared on Crestview News Bulletin: Gallery Night spotlights visual artists

CRESTVIEW — U.S. Air Force Airman Joshua A. Arreaga graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas.

He completed an eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.

Airmen who complete basic training also earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

Arreaga is the son of Jose Arreaga and Elizabeth Robinson of Killeen, Texas; and brother of Charles Arreaga of Crestview, Bianca Arroyo of Killeen, and Liza Bobe of Harker Heights, Texas. He is the son-in-law of Patricia and Charles Jackson of Killeen, and is married to Jessica Arreaga.

The airman graduated in 2015 from Ellison High School, Killeen.

This article originally appeared on Crestview News Bulletin: Airman with Crestview ties completes basic training

CRESTVIEW — Whataburger restaurants will celebrate the superhero spirit in all of us with an evening of family fun.

The event is 5 to 7 p.m. March 14 at Whataburger, 3850 Ferdon Blvd. S, Crestview.

Customers can spend quality time with their little heroes and treat them to a superhero-themed celebration of food and giveaways. The event includes a face painter, balloon artist, photo booth and guest appearance from Whataburger's mascot, Whataguy.

"Our Super Duper Celebration is an opportunity for families to spend quality time with their little heroes and enjoy a free kid's meal on us," Whataburger Director of Operations Lee Cartledge said. "We appreciate our customers and look forward to treating them to an evening of family fun."

Children age 12 and younger dressed in a superhero costume will receive a free kid's meal.

Additionally, the Epilepsy Resource Center will fit children for a free bicycle helmet at the event. 

"The Epilepsy Foundation of Florida is excited to partner with Whataburger on its annual Super-Duper event," Velladira Flores, a foundation spokesperson, said. "We will be giving out free bike helmets, training on bicycle safety, spreading epilepsy awareness and providing information on our local resource center and the services provided."

This article originally appeared on Crestview News Bulletin: Whataburger Crestview sets evening of free kid's meals, giveaways

CRESTVIEW — The next Family Library Time program focuses on beekeeping basics.

It begins 6:30 p.m. March 21 at the Crestview Public Library, 1445 Commerce Drive, and is suitable for ages 4 and up. Registration is not required.

Learn about how the honeybee lives and what you will need to establish a hive. This short presentation is designed for beginners, so no prerequisite knowledge is required.

There will be no hands-on beekeeping, so protective clothing is unnecessary for the program. Attendees may taste or purchase a variety of local honey.

This article originally appeared on Crestview News Bulletin: Beekeeping program scheduled

CRESTVIEW — Weather King of Crestview has signed on as a U-Haul neighborhood dealer, according to U-Haul Company of Florida.

Weather King offers U-Haul trucks, trailers, towing equipment, support rental items and in-store pick-up for boxes.

The store’s owner, David Angermuller, said he is proud to team with the industry leader in do-it-yourself moving and self-storage.

U-Haul and Weather King strive to help the environment through sustainability initiatives. Truck sharing is a core U-Haul sustainability business practice that allows individuals to access a fleet of trucks that is larger than what they could access on an individual basis.

Every U-Haul truck placed in a community reportedly helps keep 19 personally owned large-capacity vehicles, pickups, SUVs and vans off the road. Fewer vehicles mean less traffic congestion, less pollution, less fuel burned and cleaner air.

Hours for U-Haul rentals are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays at 880 James Lee Blvd. W., Crestview. After-hours drop-off is available for customer convenience.

Call 398-4296 or visit https://www.uhaul.com/Locations/Truck-Rentals-near-Crestview-FL-32536/018353/ to reserve U-Haul products at this dealer location.

This article originally appeared on Crestview News Bulletin: Weather King now a U-Haul dealer

This article originally appeared on Crestview News Bulletin: The Mayos visit the library

CRESTVIEW — The Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency issued a preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Map and Flood Insurance Study report for Okaloosa County.

The report reflects proposed flood hazard determinations within Okaloosa County. These determinations may include the addition or modification of base flood elevations, base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area boundaries or zone designations, or the regulatory floodway. 

These determinations are the basis for floodplain management measures that the county and municipalities are required to either adopt or show evidence of being already in effect to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program.

The flood information link at www.co.okaloosa.fl.us has maps that show whether a property:

•Is in a flood zone

•Is removed from a flood zone

•Has its existing flood zone designation modified

Before determinations shown on the preliminary map are effective, there is a 90-day period provided for appeals. The period began Feb. 22 and ends May 22. Appeals must be filed on forms provided at http://portal.nwfwmdfloodmaps.com/meetingdocuments.html. (Click on “Property Owner Appeal Petition Direction and Form.")

County commissioners have designated the Okaloosa County Growth Management Department as the central location to receive appeals regarding unincorporated areas. Send appeals and supporting scientific and technical information, as required by FEMA, for unincorporated properties to: Okaloosa County Growth Management Department, 1250 N. Eglin Parkway, Shalimar, FL 32579.

In addition, email Okaloosa Planning Coordinator, Sherry Reed, sreed@co.okaloosa.fl.us, if you have appeals and supporting scientific and technical information for unincorporated area properties.

Owners of properties within incorporated areas should contact their city or town government.

See the Northwest Florida Water Management District website, http://portal.nwfwmdfloodmaps.com/, for more information on properties in a flood zone or those with a changed flood designation.

This article originally appeared on Crestview News Bulletin: FEMA unveils flood insurance map

CRESTVIEW — The best boys and girls senior basketball players from Escambia, Santa Rosa, and Okaloosa counties will play in the seventh annual Subway High School All-Star Basketball Game 5 p.m. March 10 at Pensacola State College's Hartsell Arena.

Okaloosa and Santa Rosa County Schools make up the east team. Ronnie Smith of Laurel Hill leads the girls team while Baker's Keith White leads the boys.

Girls East Team players are: Tiara Payne and Quay Collins, Baker School; Haley Gauthier, Central; Malaysia Moore and Gabby Brown, Choctawhatchee; Netaya Winston and Dionjenae Hendrix, Crestview High School; Yvonne Ford, Julia Turner, Diamond Lopez and Taneal Towner, Fort Walton Beach High School; Jorja Agrait and Carissa Mulford, Jay; Brianna Washington, Milton; Ty Stringfield, Navarre; Ashley Lane, Mytiyyah Johnson and Shvonya McDaniel, Niceville.

The coaching staff for the west teams, comprised of Escambia County schools and Gulf Breeze and Pace girls, consists of Vaughn Williams of Escambia High School for the girls team and CJ Washington of Pine Forest High School leading the boys team.

Boys East Team players are: Sidney Walker, Baker; Brad Moye, Central; DJ Thomas, Choctaw; Sam Johnson, Rusty Moorer, Crestview High School; Keenan Redd, Ethan Lipnicky and Josh Loken, Fort Walton Beach High School; Dimitri Pejic and Zion Hamilton, Gulf Breeze; Justic Brewton, Jay; Dakota Bly, Laurel Hill; Austin Thomas, Milton; Seth Fletcher, Tyrese Harvey and Dominic Riddle, Navarre; Kennan Oas and Kameron Parker, Niceville; Cameron Bozeman, Pace; and Rhonald Boyd, Rocky Bayou.

Final game rosters are subject to change.

Tickets are $8 at the gate and those who bring a canned good item for donation or a high school student I.D will receive a $10 Academy Sports and Outdoors Coupon.

Pensacola Sports is also teaming with Manna Food Bank for a canned good drive and encouraging everyone to help families by bringing a canned good item. Academy Sports + Outdoors will be having a contest for two lucky fans to win up to $100 in Academy gift cards.

The remaining date for this year's series is the Boys Baseball and Girls Softball games, which are June 8 at the University of West Florida.

The Subway High school All-Star Series, organized by Pensacola Sports, recognizes senior athletes in volleyball, football, men's and women's soccer, men's and women's basketball, men's baseball, and women's softball from Escambia, Santa Rosa, and Okaloosa County. Other sponsors include Academy Sports and Outdoors, Escambia County Sheriff's Office, David Bowen's Sporting Goods, COX, and Pensacola News Journal.

Pensacola Sports is one of the oldest sports associations/commissions in the United States, beginning in 1955. Today, Pensacola Sports manages or assists in numerous events a year throughout the Escambia, Santa Rosa, and Okaloosa county areas, and is the lead sports tourism agency for Escambia County. Events include a high school all-star series, flag football, 5K-15K runs, marathons, triathlons, fishing tournament, soccer and softball tournaments, collegiate national championships, and annual awards and scholarships banquets to name a few. 

Visit www.subwaypsaallstars.com or www.pensacolasports.org for more information on the SUBWAY High School All-Star Series or other Pensacola Sports events.

This article originally appeared on Crestview News Bulletin: SUBWAY High School All-Star basketball games set