Sims-Lohman Opens Gulf Coast Headquarters in Crestview, Florida

Cincinnati-based kitchen cabinet and countertop company Sims-Lohman has purchased a 65,000-square-foot facility in Crestview, Florida, set to serve as its new Gulf Coast headquarters and create about 90 jobs.
Florida Supreme Court Will Decide Okaloosa Property and Gun Rights Case

The Florida Supreme Court will hear a case that pits private property rights against Florida gun range laws.
Crestview Council approves $81.2M tentative budget, slight Tax Rate Increase

Crestview just approved its tentative budget and tax rate โ but residents raised sharp questions about police staffing, firefighter pay, and city spending priorities.
Crestview standoff ends in fatal police shooting on Ferdon Boulevard

A Crestview police standoff ended in an officer-involved shooting that killed an armed man who pointed a firearm at officers.
Crestview approves $164K in Federal Grants for park path, assisted living upgrades and community programs

Crestview City Council approved its 2025 Annual Action Plan, allocating $164,652 in federal CDBG funds for local projects, including a downtown-to-park recreational path, assisted living facility upgrades, nonprofit support, and security camera installations.
Crestview City Council reviews 2025-26 budget with focus on public safety and downtown revitalization

Crestview officials propose a balanced 2025-26 budget emphasizing public safety, community recreation, and downtown events while maintaining a low millage rate.
Okaloosa County approves safety fix for dangerous curve in Crestview

Okaloosa County approves safety fix for dangerous curve in Crestview Staff Reports August 6, 2025 4:09 pm Uncategorized In Brief: ๐ฃ๏ธ FDOT will fund and build safety upgrades for a crash-heavy section of Airport Road near Buckhorn Drive. ๐ฐ The project will come at no cost to the county, but Okaloosa will maintain the road […]
Okaloosa Schools Release Bus Schedules for 2025-6 School Year

Okaloosa County School District has released their bus schedules for the upcoming school year.
Okaloosa County to break ground on new tax collector and property appraiser office in Crestview

North Okaloosa is growing fast โ and now the County is building to keep up. Hereโs what to expect at Mondayโs groundbreaking.
DAR honors long time Okaloosa employee with tree planting

The Daughters of the American Revolution donated a Liberty Tree to Crestview History Museum, dedicating it to the late Sheila Dunning to honor her horticulture legacy and the communityโs heritage.