CRESTVIEW — Drs. E.A. Tillman and Larue Curenton welcome Dr. Kaycee Wilcox to their practice.
Wilcox, a Bonifay, Fla., native and relative of Tillman, received a Bachelor of Science in biology from the University of West Florida.
She earned her doctorate in dental medicine from the Lake Erie College of Medicine School of Dental Medicine. While there, she received the Exceptional Community Service Award, which honors graduates who demonstrate the desire to offer noteworthy service to community members.
Wilcox is a member of the American Dental Association, the Florida Dental Association and the Northwest District Dental Association.
"Dr. Wilcox is excited to become a part of the Crestview community and is dedicated to providing the highest quality dental care for each patient," a media release from the dentist's office stated.
I can empathize with the dilemma of the voice of “To Bathe a Boa” by C. Imbior Kudrna. Not that I have — or ever will have — a pet snake, but the few times I’ve attempted to bathe my cat, I’ve had a similar disastrous struggle.
Thankfully, the ending was not the same!
The Sept. 30 Library Class for ages 0-2 is about bath time. Classes begin at 9:15 and 10:15 a.m.
Gaze at the stars during Family Library Time! We’ll watch the constellations go by (produced by a computerized projection).
The Emerald Coast Science Center is bringing an inflatable dome to the Crestview Public Library. Shows begin at 4 p.m., 5 p.m., 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. Sept. 27 for the first 25 people per event.
This event is not designed for young children. To enter the dome, children must be able to sit quietly for 25 minutes and must not be afraid of the dark.
Family Library Time is designed for families with elementary and middle-school children. Adults are also welcome.
Thank you to our Okaloosa County Public Library Cooperative, who made this star-gazing opportunity free for you!
Registration is not required. Please call me at 682-4432 with questions.
Heather Nitzel is the Crestview Public Library's youth services librarian.
CRESTVIEW — A crossing guard and four students are injured following two Sept. 16 traffic accidents.
Henry Kelley, the Okaloosa County School District’s Office of Community Affairs program director, said one accident involved a crossing guard at Walker Elementary School.
"An employee — a trained crossing guard wearing proper safety gear — was struck by a car in front of Walker and transported to a hospital."
Kelley did not disclose the employee’s name and current condition.
In addition, a bus crash north of Crestview High School resulted in some injuries.
"Bob Sikes Elementary bus No. 0014 was involved in an accident," Kelley said. "Four students were transported to the hospital with minor scrapes. A second bus was immediately dispatched.
"All parents of students on the bus were contacted by school officials, and they are either at home or were released to their parents at the scene."
CRESTVIEW — The third annual Foster Families Fun Day set for Sept. 17 has been canceled.
An event organizer said Tuesday that funding for the Fun Day, which is supported by an Elks grant, was denied.
Kim Sayer, spokesperson, said she got a call Sept. 14 that people wanted to set up a GoFundMe account for the event, but funding wouldn't be available in time for the original date.
"We're not going to have it by this Saturday, but we sure do hope to have it later in the year," Sayer said.
CRESTVIEW — City building officials are evaluating Starbucks after a truck hit a door at the South Ferdon Boulevard location.
Crestview Code Enforcement Board supervisor Teresa Gaillard said a building inspector and the Crestview Fire Department are determining what's required to repair the damage.
Code Enforcement was at the scene today to photograph the building at the inspector's and CFD's request.
Crestview Fire and Police Department and Starbucks representatives are not currently available for comment on possible charges and on-site injuries.
MILTON — National Estuary Week is Sept. 17-24. To celebrate the week, attorney Dan Stewart and the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences will present a demonstration rain garden.
The event is 5:30-6:30 pm. Sept. 21 at 6708 Beaudry Lane in Milton. Families are welcome to visit and learn about rain gardens, local estuaries and how to help protect these resources.
"I believe we can all do a part in protecting estuaries. Anyone can choose how they can help protect and clean local estuaries," Stewart said.
"It is as simple as placing an oyster shell in the water or a plant in the ground."
1. SATISFY YOUR NEED FOR SPEED. Watch the Six Shooter No. 6 championship racing series. Gates open at 4 p.m., hot laps are at 7:30 p.m., and racing is 8:30 p.m. to midnight Sept. 17 at 7186 U.S. Highway 189 in Baker. General admission is $10 for adults, $5 for children, and free for children 5 and younger. Pit admission costs $25 for adults, $10 for children ages 6-11, and free for younger children. Car entries are $10; special races may have a higher entry fee posted at the site. See http://nwflspeedway.com/ or call 665-4755 for more information.
2. GET A 'BIKER'S BLAST FOR THE PAST' at a poker run benefiting Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida. Participants will visit participating motorcycle shops, restaurants and bars, choosing from two routes. Four-wheel vehicles are welcome, too. Registration is 9 a.m. Sept. 17 at the museum, 115 Westview Ave., Valparaiso. The first bike goes out at 10 a.m., and the last bike comes in for the poker run party at ClubLA in Destin from 3-5 p.m. Party attendance is free. Cost is $10 per poker hand and participant. All participants have a chance to win door prizes and are eligible to win a spot at the final poker table. There, they could win grand prizes including a one-year gym membership, weekend getaways, tattoos, massages and much more. There is also a photo contest.
3. GEAR UP FOR GREATNESS AT THE GRILL. The Fort Walton Beach BBQ Festival continues 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 17 at the Landing, 139 Brooks St. S.E. Food vendors, live music and family fun are part of the festivities. Attendance is free; purchase Beer Olympics tickets for Saturday competition at http://bit.ly/2cR906C.
EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE — Northwest Florida residents will commemorate America’s prisoners of war and service members still missing in action with a ceremony.
The National POW/MIA Day ceremony is 9 a.m. Sept. 16 at the Air Force Armament Museum, 100 Museum Drive, outside the main gate of Eglin Air Force Base on Highway 85 and State Road 189.
Retired U.S. Army Col. John E. Bircher III, Purple Heart recipient, and Chris Morgan, former World War II prisoner of war, will be guest speakers. The event will also feature a rifle volley and a flyover.
