Former jail chief arrested for impersonating a police officer
Former Okaloosa County Corrections Chief Nolan Weeks, who resigned from that position last December, was recently arrested by Shalimar Police for impersonating a police officer.
Execution slated in murders of woman, children
In what would be Florida’s fourth execution this year, Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a death warrant for a man who in 1998 murdered his girlfriend and her three children in Crestview.
Cowboys and competitions
After the cancellation of the 2025 Old Spanish Trail Rodeo in Baker, some very dedicated people stepped forward to bring the rodeo to the community and host the first annual Sandy Sansing Baker Pro Rodeo.
Triple B Festival triumphs with community spirit and sunshine
This past Saturday marked the 21st annual Triple B Festival, and it was nothing short of a spectacular success. Despite a week of nervous weather watching, March 29 unfolded as a blessing for Crestview, Florida. The sun shone over downtown during event hours, the breezes added charm, and the much-dreaded rain mercifully held off until after the festivities had wrapped up. The delightful turn of weather set the stage for a day that showcased the best of bands, brews, and BBQ.
For God’s Sake
I learned yesterday that a good friend has died. June had not been well for the last several years, nonetheless, her death came as a surprise and has evoked bittersweet emotions.
Dogs find forever homes
A total of 15 dogs were adopted at a March 1 dog-adoption event conducted by Crestview Animal Services and Saving with Soul Pet Rescue of Northwest Florida.
The event took place at the Crestview Public Library.Holt man charged with possession of child porn
A Holt resident being held at the Okaloosa County Jail is now charged with three counts of possession of child pornography.
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 […]
NOMC medical staff aids homeless shelter
The nonprofit Crestview Area Shelter for the Homeless received a $6,000 donation today from the medical staff at North Okaloosa Medical Center.
Historian, author to speak at WWII event
Retired Lt. Col. William Hogan will speak at this year’s “Race to the Rhein” living history weekend on Saturday.










