Crestview News Bulletin

The former Connect With Flowers store space stands just south of Desi’s Downtown Restaurant. (Photo by Tony Judnich)

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Crestview looks to establish a downtown arts and education center

City of Crestview officials hope to soon finalize a lease of the former Connect With Flowers store space at 189 N. Main St. and use it for a centralized arts and education center.

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DeFuniak Springs woman dies, Crestview man injured in crash

A 43-year-old DeFuniak Springs woman died on Tuesday evening in a car accident at County Road 393 and Staghorn Road in the Deerland area.

Leavins to serve as interim city manager

Jessica Leavins, who in January was promoted from her role as Crestview’s administrative services director to deputy city manager, will begin serving as interim city manager on May 1.

Crestview cracks down on smoking/vaping at city parks

In support of protecting children’s health, the Crestview City Council on Monday unanimously adopted an ordinance that for the most part prohibits smoking and vaping at all city owned parks.

The SS United States is going down in Okaloosa County

Between its bow and stern, legends such as Duke Ellington played music for passengers like Salvador Dali, Marilyn Monroe, Bob Hope, and four United States’ presidents.

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Sports

Hoboes’ baseball season ends in district tournament

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Building a brighter future: How volunteerism powers northwest Florida

Community

Cowboys and competitions

Shoutout to Annabelle Donuts

Last Sunday we went by after church to purchase some treats. A women and her children in front of us where ordering and the owner gave the women’s daughter a free order of donut holes. We ordered a few things including donut holes and he also gave us our donut hole order for free. We love and support Annabelle’s and the owner is always a pleasure and this was another wonderful reason we love them and you should too! 100/100 recommend.

Shoutout to Autism Pensacola 2025 Connecting The Pieces Gala

Autism Pensacola’s 19th Annual Connecting the Pieces Gala is Thursday, April 10, 2025, at Sanders Beach-Corrine Jones Community Center. The event features a silent auction, music by the Dharma Beats, a walkabout menu-tasting provided by local chefs and restaurants, signature cocktails and a brief program. All proceeds of the Connecting the Pieces Gala support Autism Pensacola’s outreach efforts to serve children and families affected by autism in the local community.

Shoutout to Niceville Tutoring

I want to give a BIG thanks to Niceville Tutoring! They’re not just a tutoring service, they’re invested in helping our kids in North Okaloosa succeed. Plus, supporting local businesses like theirs is what makes our community thrive! Give them a follow on Facebook and show your support!

Shoutout to the Crestview Community

Too many to list, but the community of Crestview came together and adopted every resident for Christmas @ Shoal Creek Rehab. Thank you to all who made Christmas so magical for our residents

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Controlled burn in Garden City

A private landowner continues conducting a controlled burn to clear underbrush on a 120-acre property between Garden City Road and Possum Ridge Road in Garden City.

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Sports

Baker Gators make school history in weightlifting

Baker’s boys weightlifting team elevated its program to new heights Saturday at the RP Funding Center in Lakeland.
The Gators finished as a state runner-up at the FHSAA 1A meet, something that’s never happened before.