There is so much buzz in this country about criminal justice reform. Much of the focus is on mass incarceration. America puts more people in prison for longer periods of time than nearly every other …
Month: May 2019
ABWA 'Women Empowering Women' expo set
NICEVILLE — The American Business Women's Association is hosting a "Women Empowering Women" expo for women of various professional backgrounds and career levels.
The event is 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 1…
Crestview Public Library events
Here are upcoming Crestview Public Library-related events. The library's address is 1445 Commerce Drive.
RECURRING
POETRY OPEN MIC READING: 6:30 p.m. second Tuesdays. Arrive at 6 p.m. for …
Poetry readings are about art, life, and self-expression
Note: The next poetry and music jam is 6 p.m. May 14 at the library, 1445 Commerce Drive, Crestview. It starts with conversation and refreshments, followed by poetry and music at 6:30.
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Crestview PD to host chamber event, open house
CRESTVIEW — The Crestview Police Department will host the Crestview Area Chamber of Commerce's Business After Hours in conjunction with its own open house.
The event, set for 5:30-7 p.m. May 9 at t…
Vendors, sponsors wanted for Community Health Fair
CRESTVIEW — The Crestview Area Chamber of Commerce is still accepting vendors and sponsors for its annual community health fair.
The free event is 9 a.m. to noon June 1 at the Crestview Community C…
Trump promises more federal disaster money
PANAMA CITY BEACH — President Donald Trump promised more federal money for the hurricane-devastated Florida Panhandle while campaigning in Panama City Beach on Wednesday.
“We’re working incredibly …
What's happening in North Okaloosa County
CRESTVIEW — Here is a list of upcoming events in our area.
SISTER CITY PIQUE-NIQUE: noon May 11 at Twin Hills Park, 100 Hathaway St., Crestview, in the southeast picnic pavilion. Bring a dish to sh…
Crestview police to have National Police Week service
CRESTVIEW — National Police Week is May 13-19. The Crestview Police Department will have a service recognizing officers who died while protecting their communities, and honor those who continue to se…
North Okaloosa Community Band performs spring concert
CRESTVIEW — The North Okaloosa Community Band performed their spring concert at Warriors Hall on Monday night.
The performance included a few upbeat folk pieces and music from "The Avengers."
The…