In March, the citizens of Crestview must ask themselves: Is the system they operate under broken.
While a city form of government is nothing like our federal government — with a true checks and balan…
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MY VIEW: Charter would remedy current ‘hodgepodge’ of responsibilities
Crestview uses an antiquated charter, as much has changed in municipal administration in the past 90 years.
Under a proposed charter, the council would appoint a city administrator in a salaried ful…
Man accused of pushing woman into picnic table
A man with an injunction against him not only violated that injunction but pushed a woman into a picnic table, according to an Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office arrest report.
Gators win War of Highway 4
JAY — Baker kept its playoff hopes alive with a 48-21 victory over Jay in the “War of Highway 4” Friday. After a slow first half, the Gators (5-3, 1-1 in District 1-A) exploded with the second half’s…
Local angler earns trip to nationals
CRESTVIEW — Local angler Michael Smith of Paxton has earned a trip to the Toyota Bassmaster Weekend Series 2012 National Championship at Jasper, Texas. The championship, run by American Bass Anglers,…
Woman charged with child neglect after meth lab found in home
CRESTVIEW — A 26-year-old woman was arrested after deputies found an active meth lab adjacent to a room with two young children.
Bulldogs head to Panama City for must-win district game at Mosley
CRESTVIEW — There is still plenty to play for as the Crestview football team heads to Panama City on Friday for a do-or-die District 2-6A game against Mosley. Kickoff at Tommy Oliver Stadium is at 7 …
Baker volleyball team advances to finals of District 1-1A tournament
ALLENTOWN – There weren’t many surprises Tuesday as Baker beat Okaloosa County rival Laurel Hill in the semifinals of the District 1-1A volleyball tournament at Central School. The Gators took the ma…
Former TDC director bought car with county funds
FORT WALTON BEACH — Before the $710,000 yacht and the $747,000 home in Destin, former Okaloosa County TDC director Mark Bellinger had a Porsche.
Jobless figures improve in September
TALLAHASSEE — The economic recovery got back on track in September as local, state and national unemployment rates improved.