Melissa Carter said it started like any other day.

But it ended with discomfort, and a trip to the doctor that ultimately changed her life forever.

As part of city government week, which will run through Oct. 21-27, the City of Crestview will sponsor the “Prayers for Our City” Day on Oct. 27.

An official listing sponsored by the city said that “we ask churches in Crestview to pray for our city and officials.”

Exceptional Family Member Program members shared a unique opportunity for connection and healing, thanks to a special event at the Sand Spur Riding Club, Sept. 28.

In a heartfelt display of unity and faith, students at Crestview High School gathered around the flagpole early on Sept. 25 for the annual “See You at the Pole” event.

In the close-knit community of Crestview, Hailey’s Helping Hearts has become more than just a nonprofit — it stands as a testament to the spirit and compassion of a remarkable teen. Founded by Hailey Rose Thale, whose dream was to make a difference in the lives of those in need, the organization continues to thrive tremendously under the care of her mother, Mary Hutcheson.

Sometimes God needs to give you a gentle kick in the tuchus to get you to take the next step he has in mind for you. For the Laurel Hill Presbyterian Church, he sent a new pastor to do the job for him.

“Your child has cancer.”

That’s a world stopping, life changing phrase no one ever wants to hear.

In First Corinthians 13, the Apostle Paul wrote of faith, hope and love and concluded by saying all three remained, but the greatest of the three is love.

A new chapter is being written in the youth ministry of Woodlawn Baptist Church.

In what we know as Ephesians 6:12, the Apostle Paul wrote, as found in the Good News Bible, “For we are not fighting against human beings but against the wicked spiritual forces in the heavenly world, the rulers, authorities, and cosmic powers of this dark age.”