Stories by Staff Reporters
Stories by Staff Reporters
Losing local control
July 9, 2025
Like most bills that go through the legislature in Florida, Senate Bill 180 is a mixed bag of good intentions and concerning consequences. Signed into law last month, this sweeping legislation is designed to improve hurricane recovery and emergency preparedness across the state. But while its goals appear laudable on the surface, the law raises serious red flags about local autonomy, land-use regulation and long-term community resilience.
Chamber welcomes Mills Heating & Air
July 9, 2025
The Crestview Area Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday helped celebrate the grand opening of Mills Heating & Air’s new Hub City location at 1455 S. Ferdon Blvd., unit A-2.
LOCAL LAWN EXPERT AUTHORS BOOK ON LAWN CARE
July 9, 2025
Local lawn expert Skip Orth, owner of Father and Son Pest and Lawn Solutions has published a book titled “What Every Home Owner on the Emerald Coast Needs to Know About Lawn Care,” which is a compilation of his many years of experience at solving lawn problems!
Crestview motorcyclist dies in crash
July 7, 2025
A 28-year-old Crestview man died on Sunday morning after crashing his motorcycle by the Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport.
Take Stock in Children needs mentors
July 7, 2025
The Okaloosa County Take Stock in Children program is seeking caring, committed mentors to guide and support local high school students in grades 9–11 during the upcoming school year, which starts on Aug. 11.