May 2, 2024
Twice a week, Elder Services provides free meals for seniors
More Crestview senior citizens should come and enjoy free meals and the chance to socialize with others at Crestview Manor, says Kim Fraley, executive director of the nonprofit Elder Services of Okaloosa County.
May 2, 2024
Baker Fire District supports ‘proportional growth’
Baker Fire District officials are not “anti-growth,” says District Fire Chief Mark McKenzie.
May 2, 2024
Crestview officials plan to decrease millage rate, conduct impact fee study
The city of Crestview’s proposed property tax rate for fiscal year 2025 is 6.75, which is one-tenth of a percent lower than the existing rate.
May 2, 2024
Team Okaloosa Captures First Place in State Academic Challenge
In a display of academic prowess, Team Okaloosa, comprising eight talented high school students, secured the top spot in the prestigious Commissioner’s Academic Challenge (CAC) held April 10 -April 13.
May 1, 2024
Crestview spokesman is going back to school
Crestview Public Information Manager Chance Leavins, who has been employed by the city for almost five years, plans to work his last day with the city next Tuesday.
May 1, 2024
Crestview military family receives free HVAC unit as thank you during Military Appreciation Month
A Crestview military family received a free HVAC unit on Tuesday morning as a way to celebrate May being Military Appreciation Month.
May 1, 2024
Tyndall recognizes Month of the Military Child
Tyndall Air Force Base, Fla. — According to the Department of Defense, there are more than 1.6 million military-connected children who ultimately face many unique experiences because of their parent’s or parents’ service. To honor these individuals, the DoD designates the month of April as Month of the Military Child. For Team Tyndall and across the DoD, this time highlights the important role that children play within the armed forces community while recognizing their experiences and sacrifices.
Apr 30, 2024
Crestview Mayor: New resource center is open to all
The new Crestview Resource Center “is not just a church function,” Hub City Mayor J.B. Whitten told more than 60 community members today at the ribbon-cutting ceremony to mark the facility’s grand opening.
Apr 30, 2024
Hometown History: Our first council meeting
Crestview – Here’s your dose of Crestview area history for this week. As spring sets in, the pace of local activity picks up. Much of the material gleaned for this feature comes from “Crestview: The Forkland,” a comprehensive history book. Copies may be purchased at the Crestview History Museum.
Apr 29, 2024
Emerald Coast Regional Council probe into event costs could lead to CEO’s ouster
Based on concerns from members of the Emerald Coast Regional Council, the council’s executive committee is working to provide “a complete and total breakdown of all the expenditures” for a recent ECRC-hosted gathering that included a controversial party in Miramar Beach, ECRC Board Chair Kasey Cuchens said today.














