CRESTVIEW — An upright piano sitting by John King Road excited the interest of passing neighbors in the Cherokee Bend subdivision earlier this week. Social media was instantly a-twitter at the sight.
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New well system to support expected growth in northwest Crestview
CRESTVIEW — The Public Works Department has begun construction on a $2.4 million water well, storage tank and distribution system on Old Bethel Road.
Blood centers announce urgent need for O Negative blood
PENSACOLA — Due to increased blood transfusions in area hospitals, the need for blood donations, especially O Negative, is “extremely high,” Northwest Florida Blood Centers stated in a press release.
American Legion post collecting food for Crestview residents
CRESTVIEW — American Legion’s James McCollough Post 395 members, in conjunction with Crestview Sharing and Caring, recently kicked off a food drive.
Lloyd Street southbound lane closed through April 5
CRESTVIEW — Today through Friday, April 5, the southbound lane of North Lloyd Street in Crestview, between Mapoles and Wilson Streets, is closed due to stormwater utility work.
Officers raise $500K statewide for Special Olympics
CRESTVIEW — Florida law enforcement agencies reportedly have raised more than $500,000 for the Special Olympics.
Motorcyclist critically injured in Crestview collision
CRESTVIEW — A 31-year-old motorcyclist was critically injured Thursday night on State Road 85 just north of 7th Special Forces Way, according to the Florida Highway Patrol press release.
Baker church plans Saturday morning Easter Egg Drop
BAKER — Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church’s Easter Egg Drop is from 10 a.m. to noon at the church on State Road 4.
Family heritage nominees wanted for Baker Wall of Honor
BAKER — The North Okaloosa Historical Association seeks nominations for the 2013 Family Heritage Wall of Honor. Nominations are due April 5.