» David Cadle, former band director for 28 years at Crestview High School, was elected Crestview’s mayor, replacing George Whitehurst, who retired after 24 years.

» Beth Kirkland is the new executive director of the Economic Development Council of Tallahassee/Leon County, replacing Brad Day, who left last year in a contract disagreement. A five-year EDC employee, Kirkland was director of partnership development and business recruitment and expansion.