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Laurel Hill boys down Rocky Bayou 54-34 in Homecoming game DOOLITTLE RAIDERS EXHIBIT TO HONOR NWFSC’S 50TH ANNIVERSARY, B4 B1 Wednesday, DECEMBER 5, 2012 www.crestviewbulletin.com 37th Year, Number 97 50¢ CALA blossoms for the holidays PHOTOS BY MATTHEW BROWN | News Bulletin Kids ride atop a Laurel Hill fi re engine during the Saturday night Crestview Christmas Parade. PHOTOS BY BRIAN HUGHES | News Bulletin An art lover admires artist Mary Richardson’s hand- bound books and other works at the fi rst CALA Christmas arts festival Saturday. Parade brings Christmas Organizers say event may return for Christmas ’13 By BRIAN HUGHES holiday season CALA,” Arts & Entertainment Editor Schwartz said. “We didn’t cheer, controversy get as much publicity out [email protected] as we would’ve liked, but we By MATTHEW BROWN CRESTVIEW — Okaloosa still had a good turnout. Peo- 682-6524 | @cnbMatthew Arts Alliance-North mem- ple like supporting this type [email protected] bers pronounced the fi rst of quality artwork and these CALA: Crestview Area gifts are unique. They aren’t CRESTVIEW — The Christmas Loves the Arts Christmas things you’re going to fi nd in parade on Main Street Saturday festival a success. The Sat- a chain store.” featured 125-plus groups that cel- urday event at the Crest- Live entertainment was ebrated the holidays with fl oats view Public Library drew provided by Paulette Loo- spanning themes Biblical — No- a steady stream of visitors mis, matron of the Loomis ah’s ark, angels — and traditional who admired local artists’ Brothers, whose circus re- — Christmas story time, Island of works and did a bit of Christ- cently visited Crestview, and Misfi t Toys — along with guest ap- mas shopping. Jenna Lewis, the latest gen- pearances from Arts alliance President eration of a singing family popular chil- Rae Schwartz said the whose grandmother, Saun- dren’s charac- event’s reception means it dra Daggs, recently sang INSIDE ters like Hello likely will be repeated at the with the DownBeat Jazz Street Kitty. beginning of December 2013, Orchestra. preacher’s The parade’s perhaps with some tweaks. parade theme, “Blessed “This was our fi rst See CALA A11 comments are the Chil- dren,” spurred draw Girl Scout Troop critcism, 637 leader Lisa Pages Tatro and troop A4-A5. members to put on pajamas for a story- time themed fl oat. Crestview High School, Bak- er School and Davidson Middle School’s bands, among others, pro- vided Christmas music. Many local businesses, churches and nonprofi t organizations showed their creativity with their fl oats. For instance, AAA Waste Services in Crestview converted a service truck into the “Island of Misfi t Toys,” modeled from the 1964 “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” TV Top: Sara Reese, riding in a convertible, throws goodies into Alex Short, paint-splattered from a festive conclusion Christmas special. the crowd. Bottom: James Forrester, of Save Me from the Fire to a morning marathon run, chats with woodturning ministry, riding in a truck at the Main Street Crestview artist Keith Gutshall about his “magic wands.” See CHRISTMAS A10 Christmas Parade, drew criticism for derogatory remarks. Gutshall explained the wands are dormant: It’s up to the new owner to provide the “magic.” Sunny weather expected at 3rd annual BonfireJam Advertorial by BILL GAMBLIN as the new act fi lling in for Clint there is no better way to do so than a 288-0037 | @SRPG_Bill Black, who originally was scheduled night of great country music and a day [email protected] to perform. Black canceled all of his of country culture. appearances after the passing of his Tickets for the two-day event start Chumuckla will be the place to be father Friday morning. at less than $30 for general admission, this weekend for the Bonfi reJam. “We are sorry to hear about the and a single-day pass starts under $20. Organizers of the third annual passing of Clint’s father, and our The two-day pass includes entry winter music festival are expecting the prayers go out to him and his family,” to the fi rst ever Bonfi reJam Shootout, best weather yet, with temperatures said Joe Lewis, organizer of the a bull riding and championship calf expected to reach the lower 70s when Bonfi reJam. “But we are pleased to roping competition. Release your FRIDAY SATURDAY Gretchen Wilson and Clay Walker have one of county music’s fi nest, Clay inner cowboy starting at 1 p.m. Friday, Calf Roping Shootout: 1 p.m. Redneck Parade: 1 p.m. take the stage after the Chumuckla Walker, step in and fi ll the spot.” Dec. 7. Bull Riding: 7 p.m. Clint Black: 6 p.m. Redneck Parade. For those looking to get away from Jana Kramer: 9 p.m. Gretchen Wilson: 8 p.m. Walker was announced on Friday the hustle and bustle of the holiday, See BONFIREJAM A10 FACEBOOK TWITTER TABLE OF CONTENTS A Halifax Media paper read by Find us at www. Follow us at Community .........................A2 Sports...................................B1 facebook.com/ twitter.com/ Arts & Entertainment ........A6 Bulletin Board .....................B3 10,450 people crestviewbulletin cnbulletin Faith .....................................A7 Classifi eds ............................B5 every week COMMUNITY Page A2 www.crestviewbulletin.com Wednesday, December 5, 2012 Happy ANNIVERSARY CHECK IT OUT Noel Night coming Dec. 20 to library The December holidays are fast approaching, so we are gearing up for our annual Noel Night at the library. This year, we will once again provide free cookies, carols and crafts for community families. For a fun- fi lled evening, plan to spend Dec. 20 with us. This is a learning experience as well. The fi rst 75 children will receive a holiday fun book, from which they will learn CHARLOTTE AND MARLIN BASS OF CRESTVIEW interesting facts about JEAN LEWIS the three holidays. Check It Out Plan to participate in Crestview couple plans Christmas, Kwanzaa or Hanukkah crafts and games. Take SPECIAL TO THE NEWS BULLETIN 70th anniversary celebration part in the scavenger hunt and win a This infographic shows the library’s pricing structure for book donations. prize. Marlin and Charlotte Bass will celebrate their Special entertainment will include Center and both Child Care Network will purchase a Christmas ornament 70th anniversary from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Dec. 16 at the Crestview High School elite show preschool classes. for our Book Donation Tree to help First Baptist Church of Crestview Fellowship Hall, choir Chanticleer, led by Kevin Lusk; Bring a can or boxed food item us buy new books for the library. The 171 Hickory Ave., Crestview. the Crestview First United Methodist for our donation box for Sharing and next time you are in the library, ask Church hand bell choir, also led by Caring. During December, the library about it. Lusk; the worship music team from will forgive fi nes up to $20 for food, Our Friends of the Crestview Emmanuel Baptist Church, led by with each food item worth $1 in fi nes. Library sponsor these holiday events. Justin Wyatt; and a special Christmas All food items will go to our Crestview HAVE SOMETHING TO CELEBRATE? solo by Jenna Renee Lewis, our local Sharing and Caring facility. We also STAFF PICKS The News Bulletin publishes north Okaloosa junior soloist. have a gift box for slightly used or Come in and check out our County residents and former residents’ Take a stroll through the library new children’s books for our “Give the collection of Christmas, Hanukkah and enjoy the special Christmas trees Gift of Reading” campaign. These gift and Kwanzaa books. engagement, wedding and anniversary decorated by Edney, Bay and Laurel books will go to Okaloosa Headstart announcements at no charge. Call 682-6524 Hill Headstart preschool classes, children. Jean Lewis is the Crestview or email [email protected] for more Kids Discovery, Shoal River Learning In the spirit of giving, we hope you Public Library’s director. information. Corrections Jigger on in here A headline in the Dec. 1 Crestview The headline initially said, “Crest- ly stated that among Crestview Police & Chase it! News Bulletin incorrectly stated that view assistant coach resigns.” After Offi cer of the Year David Henry’s ac- The Gift for the Blake Moore, Crestview High School’s reviewing the Saturday edition’s pro- complishments was the arrest of two person who has former assistant coach and teacher, duction process, we learned the typo- Eglin Federal Credit Union employees EVERYTHING! resigned his positions after being graphical error resulted from a combi- on racketeering charges. Jack Daniels found “guilty of crime with students.” nation of pre-press and human errors. The arrested suspects were not Chaser Jigger The online report correctly states the We apologize for the oversight. credit union employees, police spokes- verdict followed a school district inves- ••• person Lt. Andrew Schneider said. We CUSTOM DESIGNS & SETTINGS tigation, as opposed to a police matter. The Dec. 1 News Bulletin incorrect- regret the error. REPAIRS • ENGRAVING • LASER WELDING 850-683-8004 6515556 525 E. Cedar Ave. • Crestview, FL (behind KFC) • M-F 9 a.m - 6 p.m. • SAT. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. With Christ, you are never alone. COME HOME FOR CHRISTMAS. 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