Crestview Bulletin

06/03/2026

Influx of Freshmen aides in Crestview Volleyball restock

Crestview’s indoor volleyball team is laying the foundation for what’s to come. Last week, the Bulldogs began their summer practices in preparation for the upcoming 2026-27 season. Out of about 40 girls that showed up, roughly half are incoming freshmen....

Crestview’s indoor volleyball team is laying the foundation for what’s to come. Last week, the Bulldogs began their summer practices in preparation for the upcoming 2026-27 season. Out of about 40…

06/02/2026

First look at Baker basketball under Coach McClendon

On March 13 it was announced that Chelsea Medley was stepping away from the head coaching position for Baker’s girls’ basketball team. Now, former Niceville assistant coach, Demieka McClendon, has stepped into the role ready to make Baker girls’ basketball a district contender....

On March 13 it was announced that Chelsea Medley was stepping away from the head coaching position for Baker’s girls’ basketball team. Now, former Niceville assistant coach, Demieka McClendon, has…

06/02/2026

06/02/2026

Property Tax Overhaul Headed To Ballot

Lawmakers on Tuesday approved a sweeping tax cut for homestead property owners pushed by Gov. Ron DeSantis, sending it to the November ballot. The measure increases the existing $50,000 exemption for homestead properties to $150,000 starting in 2027, and it increases to $250,000 in 2028. The exemption, though, doesn’t apply to school taxes, after lawmakers changed DeSantis’ plan Monday to protect districts from drastic cuts....

Lawmakers on Tuesday approved a sweeping tax cut for homestead property owners pushed by Gov. Ron DeSantis, sending it to the November ballot. The measure increases the existing $50,000 exemption …

06/02/2026

Baker begins basketball preparations

After back-to-back trips to the Rural District 1 Boys’ Basketball finals, the Baker Gators are putting the work in early for the 2026-27 season. Head coach Chad Martin had his guys in the gym bright and early last Tuesday as they continue to work through the summer season....

After back-to-back trips to the Rural District 1 Boys’ Basketball finals, the Baker Gators are putting the work in early for the 2026-27 season. Head coach Chad Martin had his guys in the gym brig…

06/02/2026

Laurel Hill Arts and Heritage Festival scheduled for Saturday

The Laurel Hill Arts and Heritage Festival will take place Saturday at Laurel Hill Presbyterian Church.

While one exhibitor at the Laurel Hill Arts & Heritage Festival sets out a tempting array of homemade jams and jellies, another tunes up his acoustic guitar for a performance while a third lo…

06/01/2026

UPDATED: This story has been updated to reflect the correct age of Aiden Vargas as 18 years old. The official news release listed his age as 20. We apologize for any misinformation and thank his sister for reaching out for clarification. The preview below still says 20, however the story online now reads 18.

Crestview man dies after lightning strike on Blackwater River

An 18-year-old Crestview man died on May 31 after he was struck by lightning while kayaking on the Blackwater River and fell from his vessel, according to a news release from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission....

A 20-year-old Crestview man died on May 31 after he was struck by lightning while kayaking on the Blackwater River and fell from his vessel, according to a news release from the Florida Fish and W…

06/01/2026

Proudly local. Deeply rooted. Elegantly personal. Nestled in the heart of Crestview, across from Crestview High School in the Hancock Bank building, you’ll find a boutique unlike any other – one that brings elegance, craftsmanship, and heartfelt stories together under one polished roof. Baron's Fine Jewelry & Gifts, founded in 2024 by longtime locals Shelia and Gordon MacLean, may be a newcomer to the scene, but it’s already become a sparkling staple for area residents looking for something truly special.

Proudly local. Deeply rooted. Elegantly personal. Nestled in the heart of Crestview, across from Crestview High School in the Hancock Bank building, you’ll find a boutique unlike any other – one t…

06/01/2026

Softball Summer: Crestview hosts summer tryouts

The Crestview softball field was occupied bright and early last Monday as the Bulldog’s coaching staff held their summer softball tryouts. Athletes that were a part of the Spring high school roster, and some from the Davidson County Championship team, braved the heat to showcase their talents to try and earn a spot on the team....

The Crestview softball field was occupied bright and early last Monday as the Bulldog’s coaching staff held their summer softball tryouts. Athletes that were a part of the Spring high school roste…

06/01/2026

Cambell Toolan stays local, signs to Northwest Florida State

Cambell Toolan’s life has revolved around the sport of softball from a young age. Now, after a record setting season at Crestview, Toolan will take her talents to Northwest Florida State University as she becomes the newest member of the Raiders’ softball team....

Cambell Toolan’s life has revolved around the sport of softball from a young age. Now, after a record setting season at Crestview, Toolan will take her talents to Northwest Florida State Universit…