A November ballot measure that could eliminate property taxes on homesteaded property would cost the city of Crestview roughly $3.8 million, or about 30% of its property tax revenue, city staff told the City Council during a budget workshop July 15.

It was more than just a Sunday service at Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church this past weekend.


After news had been shared about a church member being hospitalized, the church formed together to find a way to help.

Over the weekend JConcepts finished up its third and final round of the Outdoor National Series at B&T RC Raceway in Crestview.


Racers from across the nation put their 1/10 cars to the test for their chance of becoming a national champion.

The city of Crestview has been partners with its French sister city, Noirmoutier (nwar-MOO-tee-yay) for 31-years.


To honor their French counterpart, the Crestview Area Sister City Program and Crestview History Museum celebrated Bastille Day this past Saturday.

Okaloosa County commissioners began budget season July 7 by reviewing a proposed $769 million budget that would keep property tax rates unchanged for the 10th consecutive year. County leaders, however, warned that a November ballot measure could significantly affect future budgets.

The sheriffs of every county in Florida’s 1st Congressional District have endorsed U.S. Rep. Jimmy Patronis for reelection, according to a news release from the Patronis campaign released July 6.

This past Thursday the Crestview Area Chamber of Commerce celebrated its 70th anniversary at its Awards and Installation Breakfast.


Members of the Chamber gathered at the Community Center to celebrate another year and recognize those that went above and beyond with an award ceremony.

Crestview Parks and Recreation continue to provide summer activities for the children of Crestview with its latest venture being Swim Camp.


Over 50 kids signed up to participate last week between the two available time slots to work on their swimming skills under the leadership of Crestview High School swim coach David Hernandez and his crew.

The Florida Commissioner of Education, Anastasios Kamoutsas, announced school and district grades for the 2025-26 school year. School performance across the state continued to improve while meeting increasingly rigorous accountability standards.

Northwest Florida State College is expanding its Money-Back Guarantee Program, reinforcing its commitment to preparing students for careers that lead directly to employment.