Stories by Staff Reporters
Stories by Staff Reporters
Help Neighbors and Celebrate an Energy-Efficient Holiday
December 18, 2025
Tips to Save Energy All Season Long and a Chance to Win Holiday Energy-Efficiency Kits for 80 Floridians
HOW TO PREPARE YOUR LAWN FOR WINTER
December 18, 2025
Skip Orth has been in the lawn service business for over 25 years, he is the author of the book “What Every Home Owner Along The Emerald Coast Needs To Know About Lawn Care,” he has authored several articles and holds frequent workshops on the topic of lawn care in the local area.
The growing season is over. Here are a few things that you need to be aware of to keep your lawn healthy into winter.
Scores of redfish have a new home in Cinco Bayou
December 17, 2025
Destin-Fort Walton Beach, in collaboration with the Coastal Conservation Association Florida, released 25,000 juvenile redfish into Cinco Bayou on Tuesday.
Texas man’s phone is reportedly filled with child pornography
December 16, 2025
After being served with a warrant by the Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office, county jail inmate Rogelio De La Cruz Rosquero, 25, of Fort Worth, Texas, was arrested on Monday for allegedly storing hundreds of images and videos of child pornography on his cellphone.
Applicants for Bullard’s seat have a Jan. 2 deadline
December 16, 2025
The city of Crestview is seeking applicants to fill the seat that will soon be vacated by City Councilor Ryan Bullard.
Shoot your shot at Element Training Complex
December 11, 2025
Element Training Complex is Northwest Florida’s premier shooting range and training facility with practical solutions to thrill and challenge any shooter. The largest in the area, their outdoor range measures 205 acres, and their longest shot is 1,050 yards.
Baron’s Fine Jewelry & Gifts: Every Piece Tells a Love Story
December 4, 2025
Proudly local. Deeply rooted. Elegantly personal.
Food drive will benefit the Crestview Resource Center
December 2, 2025
Thanksgiving may be behind us, but our neighbors are still in need, say UniTrust Financial Group officials.
Crestview man faces life in prison
November 24, 2025
Crestview resident Todd Lee Taylor, 56, was found guilty last Tuesday of lewd or lascivious molestation (victim over 12 but less than 16 years old, defendant over 18 years old), lewd or lascivious battery (victim 12-15 years of age, defendant over 18 years old) and burglary of a dwelling with a lewd or lascivious battery.
School District names new HR director
November 24, 2025
Okaloosa County School District officials today announced that Steve Chatman will serve as the district’s new director of human resources.




