The Charters of Freedom monument is unveiled in Crestview as part of Okaloosa County’s America 250 celebration. The ceremony also includes the planting of the Liberty Tree outside the courthouse.
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First Methodist youth give back through Kids Soup Kitchen
Every fifth Saturday, the youth of First Methodist Crestview volunteer for its Youth Serving Soup Kitchen.
First Methodist’s newly appointed youth pastor, Mark Barfield, got to experience his first soup kitchen Oct. 31 as the youth handed out 40 meals to those in need.
Legendary fighter takes final flight, Air Force Reserve delivers F-117A to Smithsonian
(By Staff Sgt. Alexis Morris) Nearly two decades after the U.S. Air Force retired the airframe from combat, one F-117A Nighthawk had the rare opportunity to take to the skies once more: this time, in the cargo hold of a C-5M Super Galaxy. The historic stealth aircraft, bound for the Smithsonian Institution’s National Air and Space Museum’s Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, Virginia, would soon join the institution’s permanent collection.
Three things to know before the Okaloosa County Commission meeting
Large data centers are once again on the agenda for the Okaloosa County Commission Tuesday. On Sept. 3, the commissioners asked their staff to research how the centers could impact the county, and now officials are ready to present their findings.
FEMA Individual Assistance approved for Santa Rosa, Okaloosa
Santa Rosa and Okaloosa residents who sustained damage from Hurricane Isaias can now seek direct financial aid from the federal government after FEMA approved individual assistance for the region on Oct. 29.

Shout Out!
As a member of the CHS Medical Academy, I, Sofia Bermudez, have helped grow the club’s outreach by working with my officer team and connecting with other schools, supporting efforts to teach CPR to students. We have been seen doing blood drives with our local one blood as well as teaching children CPR at Richburg Elementary and Davidson middle school. Being part of this initiative has allowed me to contribute to spreading life-saving knowledge and making a positive impact in my community. – Sofia B.
Shoutout to Annabelle Donuts
Last Sunday we went by after church to purchase some treats. A women and her children in front of us where ordering and the owner gave the women’s daughter a free order of donut holes. We ordered a few things including donut holes and he also gave us our donut hole order for free. We love and support Annabelle’s and the owner is always a pleasure and this was another wonderful reason we love them and you should too! 100/100 recommend.
Shoutout to Autism Pensacola 2025 Connecting The Pieces Gala
Autism Pensacola’s 19th Annual Connecting the Pieces Gala is Thursday, April 10, 2025, at Sanders Beach-Corrine Jones Community Center. The event features a silent auction, music by the Dharma Beats, a walkabout menu-tasting provided by local chefs and restaurants, signature cocktails and a brief program. All proceeds of the Connecting the Pieces Gala support Autism Pensacola’s outreach efforts to serve children and families affected by autism in the local community.
Shoutout to Niceville Tutoring
I want to give a BIG thanks to Niceville Tutoring! They’re not just a tutoring service, they’re invested in helping our kids in North Okaloosa succeed. Plus, supporting local businesses like theirs is what makes our community thrive! Give them a follow on Facebook and show your support!
Shoutout to the Crestview Community
Too many to list, but the community of Crestview came together and adopted every resident for Christmas @ Shoal Creek Rehab. Thank you to all who made Christmas so magical for our residents
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Okaloosa elementary runners compete in inaugural cross-country contest
The Okaloosa County School District held its inaugural Intramural Cross Country Contest last Tuesday.
The day featured the top fourth- and fifth-grade runners from OCSD elementary schools who competed for their zone’s district title.
Congrats to our Student and Athlete of the Week!
Kid entrepreneurs are growing throughout Crestview
It’s been a couple of months since the last Kids Entrepreneur Market at Gordon Martial Arts, which hosted around 90 kids selling their homemade products.
That number has grown after Master Amanda Sanders informed the Bulletin that 125 kids have registered for the upcoming Kids Entrepreneur Market scheduled for Nov. 13.
Canned food drive expands to seven Crestview-area schools
Crestview High School has hosted a canned food drive over the past 18 years. Last year, one of Crestview’s leadership students came up with the idea of trying to fill Principal Victoria Hayden’s office with donated canned goods.
This year, Crestview extended the invitation to try to fill all principals’ offices across North Crestview schools.
Legendary fighter takes final flight, Air Force Reserve delivers F-117A to Smithsonian
(By Staff Sgt. Alexis Morris) Nearly two decades after the U.S. Air Force retired the airframe from combat, one F-117A Nighthawk had the rare opportunity to take to the skies once more: this time, in the cargo hold of a C-5M Super Galaxy. The historic stealth aircraft, bound for the Smithsonian Institution’s National Air and Space Museum’s Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, Virginia, would soon join the institution’s permanent collection.
Canned food drive expands to seven Crestview-area schools
Crestview High School has hosted a canned food drive over the past 18 years. Last year, one of Crestview’s leadership students came up with the idea of trying to fill Principal Victoria Hayden’s office with donated canned goods.
This year, Crestview extended the invitation to try to fill all principals’ offices across North Crestview schools.
Legendary fighter takes final flight, Air Force Reserve delivers F-117A to Smithsonian
(By Staff Sgt. Alexis Morris) Nearly two decades after the U.S. Air Force retired the airframe from combat, one F-117A Nighthawk had the rare opportunity to take to the skies once more: this time, in the cargo hold of a C-5M Super Galaxy. The historic stealth aircraft, bound for the Smithsonian Institution’s National Air and Space Museum’s Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, Virginia, would soon join the institution’s permanent collection.
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