CRESTVIEW — Schools are out for the summer, but many lunchrooms are open for Okaloosa County Schools’ Summer Feeding Program. The federally funded program bridges the gap between the school year and …
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Replacement flags aim to celebrate city’s history, deter thefts
CRESTVIEW — The Crestview public services department has replaced two flag poles with ones that should be more theft-resistant.
Church congregation moves forward after fire (PHOTOS)
CRESTVIEW — The Florida Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating a fire that consumed Full Gospel Tabernacle Church on Wednesday.
Crestview church destroyed in evening fire
CRESTVIEW — Officials with the State Fire Marshal's Office are investigating a Wednesday night fire that destroyed a church on Eighth Avenue.
CHECK IT OUT: Learning American Sign Language
If you can’t make it to American Sign Language classes — held 6-8 p.m. every Monday through Aug. 26 at the Crestview Public Library — you can access similar courses through our website, cityofcrestvi…
Three parks receive advisories for hazardous water
FORT WALTON BEACH — Three Okaloosa County parks may have potentially hazardous bathing water, the Florida Department of Health in Okaloosa County stated this week.
Hinrichs named United Way’s president/CEO
FORT WALTON BEACH — Ken Hinrichs, a resident of Bluewater Bay in Niceville, has accepted the United Way of Okaloosa and Walton Counties’ president/CEO position. He takes office July 1.
Farmers market expands to Friday evenings with music and food
CRESTVIEW — The revived Friday downtown farmers market, and an added evening component featuring live music and box dinners, has had a ripple effect on Main Street businesses.
CHECK IT OUT: Noiseguy coming to library June 20
Zoom! Splash! Boom! It must be the Noiseguy, an author, vocal sound impressionist and children’s comedian.
Weekend 5K raises $1,200 for Guardian Ad Litem
CRESTVIEW — Following a weekend 5K fundraiser, Guardian Ad Litem has an additional $1,200 for ensuring north Okaloosa County children have the best representation, organizers said.