News Archive

(By Staff Sgt. Alexis Morris) Nearly two decades after the U.S. Air Force retired the airframe from combat, one F-117A Nighthawk had the rare opportunity to take to the skies once more: this time, in the cargo hold of a C-5M Super Galaxy. The historic stealth aircraft, bound for the Smithsonian Institution’s National Air and Space Museum’s Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, Virginia, would soon join the institution’s permanent collection.

Large data centers are once again on the agenda for the Okaloosa County Commission Tuesday. On Sept. 3, the commissioners asked their staff to research how the centers could impact the county, and now officials are ready to present their findings.

Santa Rosa and Okaloosa residents who sustained damage from Hurricane Isaias can now seek direct financial aid from the federal government after FEMA approved individual assistance for the region on Oct. 29.

The Crestview Area Shelter for the Homeless has been able to reach a tentative deal to purchase their building. The organization is looking to purchase the building over five years.

The City of Crestview celebrates the completion of renovations at Fire Station 3 and B&T RC Raceway with a joint ribbon cutting on Wednesday.

Okaloosa County tourism officials are expanding efforts to highlight attractions and recreational opportunities in Crestview and the northern part of the county.

Crestview Fire Chief Joshua Vargason urges residents to avoid burning hurricane debris as dry conditions increase the risk of wildfires. City contractors continue debris removal efforts, with cleanup expected to be completed by Nov. 14.

Crestview continues making progress with debris removal following Hurricane Isaias. City Council approves additional funding to cover cleanup costs.

More volunteers with the Georgia Baptist Disaster Recovery Team are helping residents in northern Okaloosa County recover from Hurricane Isaias. Crews continue removing fallen trees while also helping those affected by flood damage in the southern portion of the county.

Beautiful weather leads to a better-than-expected turnout for the America 250 Run 4 Unity 5K in Crestview. Participants donate food items to help the Crestview Area Homeless Shelter.