Okaloosa County Corrections Earns Third State Accreditation
Okaloosa County’s Department of Corrections earned Florida Corrections Accreditation with 3rd Excelsior Status, marking continued excellence in correctional standards.
Crestview Councilmember Ryan Bullard Resigns, City Seeks Replacement
Crestview City Councilmember Ryan Bullard has announced his resignation effective Dec. 31, 2025, citing professional, personal, and health-related considerations. City officials have opened the application process to fill the vacant Precinct 2 seat through the remainder of Bullard’s term, ending in November 2026.
NAACP Pushes Back Against DeSantis Redistricting
The NAACP of Okaloosa County opposes Gov. DeSantis’ redistricting plan, citing threats to minority voting power and fair representation.
Deputies: Woman Arrested Years After Alleged Walmart Credit Card Fraud Spree
Deputies say a woman allegedly used another person’s credit cards during six transactions at two Okaloosa County Walmart locations.
Crestview approves first reading of commercial photography ordinance for parks
Crestview moves to allow commercial photography in parks with safety protocols, including background checks for photographers working with youth sports.
Crestview City Council approves first-reading E-Bike and Scooter ordinance
Crestview moves to standardize e-bike and scooter rules! From helmet requirements to downtown sidewalk bans, learn how the new ordinance could affect your ride.
Crestview Councilman resigns amid residency inquiry; city rushes to fill precinct 2 seat
A Crestview council member has stepped down, just days after officials began reviewing concerns about whether he lived in his district. His resignation now launches a fast replacement process that could reshape the council heading into 2026.
Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Deputy Arrested for Alleged Domestic Battery in Crestview
An Okaloosa County Sheriff’s deputy was arrested after allegedly pushing the victim twice during a domestic incident at a Crestview home.
Mayor Whitten Joins National Foreign Policy Summit
Crestview Mayor JB Whitten joined more than 30 mayors from across the country in Washington, D.C., for the Mayors Foreign Policy Summit, a two-day event hosted by the Council on Foreign Relations and the U.S. Global Leadership Coalition. Whitten said the meetings with national policymakers and members of Congress offered valuable insight into how global issues directly affect Crestview and provided an opportunity to voice the city’s concerns at the federal level.
Richbourg Lane to Close Thursday for Drainage Repairs
Drivers in Crestview can expect delays as the city announces a temporary road closure to allow crews to complete essential infrastructure work. The project, aimed at improving long-term traffic flow and public safety, will reroute vehicles through designated detours while repairs are underway. Officials urge residents to plan and allow extra travel time during the closure period.
