Deadly Amount of Fentanyl Seized in Crestview Raid

A Crestview man is facing serious charges after deputies and federal agents seized more than 200 grams of fentanyl during a March raid.
History of the Emerald Coast: Crestview wins contest for county seat

On this day in 1917 the votes were finalized in Crestview was the winner of the county seat contest in Okaloosa county. Here’s how it went down
Comunity Pillar Moves Foward After 30 Years of Service

Kimberly Hixon is being recognized for 30 years of service with Eglin Federal Credit Union as she prepares for her next leadership role.
Seized Assets to Fund New Sheriff Gyms in Okaloosa County

Seized assets are now funding new gyms for Okaloosa County deputies.
Okaloosa County Commission approves $17.7M for SR 85 widening, new sheriff’s office evidence facility

The Okaloosa County Commission approved major surtax investments for a State Road 85 widening project and a new sheriff’s office evidence facility as part of a long-term strategy to address growth, congestion and public safety without raising property taxes.
Crestview begins major facilities overhaul With $30M bond approval

Crestview officials approved a bond financing framework of up to $30 million to modernize aging fire and public works facilities, marking the first step in a long-term infrastructure plan funded through non-ad valorem revenues.
Crestview Police Department set to roll out AI-written body camera reports in 2026

Crestview police are moving closer to rolling out new AI-written summaries of body camera footage after approving a contract in December.
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.
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.