Stories by Jackson Buhler
Stories by Jackson Buhler
Twin Hills Park keeping families busy with summer offerings
July 9, 2025
This summer, families have been able to stay busy at Twin Hills Park.
The park features eight new pickleball courts that have been resurfaced, new basketball courts and a $1.2 million splash pad that is open from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
“Stuff the Bus” school supply drive happening in August
July 9, 2025
This year’s event will take place on Aug. 2 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Walmart locations in Crestview, Destin, Niceville and Fort Walton Beach.
The event which is held during Florida’s Back-to-School Tax-Free Weekend, offers families and community members an opportunity to give back while shopping for their school supplies.
Heffner pursuing professional fighting dream
July 9, 2025
Growing up in Brundidge, Alabama, Matt Heffner wrestled and watched UFC fights with his dad to be a better football player.
Matt began training in mixed martial arts at nine years old in Troy, Alabama as a way of keeping in shape during the off-season.
OCSD earns an “A” rating from Florida Department of Education
July 8, 2025
The Okaloosa County School District earned 793 points to earn an “A” rating from the Florida Department of Education.
92 % of schools in the district earned an “A” or “B” rating, which was up by six % from the previous school year.
Kolen-Thomas looking for breakout in sophomore year
July 8, 2025
Around the Crestview football program, J’Lyn Kolen-Thomas is affectionately known as “smiley”.
Football has always been the preferred sport for Kolen-Thomas.
Foxx commits to Eastern Illinois University
July 8, 2025
Crestview’s Kaeden Foxx is heading to the next level.
Foxx announced her decision to play both beach and indoor volleyball at Division I Eastern Illinois University.
Jackson’s view
July 7, 2025
Another week and another conference realignment move in major college sports.
This past week, it was reported Texas State will join the PAC-12 it becomes the ninth member of the league.
Easter providing versatility for Bulldogs in 2025
July 7, 2025
Taurean Easter has spent most of his high school career for the Crestview football team along the offensive line.
While he is undersized at 6’, 190 lbs., Easter has held his own while playing tackle and center.
OCSD helps families get ready for first day of school
July 2, 2025
In preparation for the first day of school on August 11, the Okaloosa County School District is reminding parents that if their child is new to the district, now is the time to register.
To begin the enrollment process, visit www.okaloosaschools.com/page/registration.
Davidson guides youth at Hub City Church
July 2, 2025
Dallas Davidson, Hub City Church children’s ministry leader, grew up in Phoenix, Arizona. While she attended church with her family when she was younger, she did not understand the church’s purpose until she was 12 years old.
She went with some friends to a youth group, and it had a profound impact on her.