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Sheriff honors fallen officers

Thursday, 16 May 2013 08:16 Last Updated on Thursday, 16 May 2013 08:57 Written by Romi White

Santa Rosa County Sheriff Wendell Hall led a tribute service honoring fallen law enforcement officers attended by local elected officials, law enforcement officers and community members. To read more, subscibe online or read the May 16 issue of the Navarre Press.

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Sheriff Hall pursues school resource officer funding

Wednesday, 15 May 2013 13:38 Written by Romi White

Santa Rosa voters might soon have an opportunity to decide if there will be a tax designated for school safety during the next election. Sheriff Wendell Hall appeared before Santa Rosa County commissioners May 9, seeking permission to apply for a federal grant to help fund 9 resources officers for local schools. To read more, subscribe online or read the May 16 issue of Navarre Press.

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County advocates island connectivity

Wednesday, 15 May 2013 13:35 Last Updated on Wednesday, 15 May 2013 13:37 Written by Romi White

The issue of sustainability of Earle Bowden Way — the road the extension of Gulf Boulevard between Navarre Beach and Pensacola Beach — has come to the forefront once again, though no storm has passed recently nor is there one on the horizon. To read more, see the May 16 issue of Navarre Press or subscribe online.

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Displaced principal files lawsuit

Wednesday, 15 May 2013 13:31 Last Updated on Wednesday, 15 May 2013 13:38 Written by Romi White

A former Santa Rosa County principal, who was removed following a December 2012 incident which took place away from school, has filed a lawsuit against the Santa Rosa Professional Educators (SRPE), a labor union representing teachers, and Rhonda Chavers, SRPE president, citing slander and libel. For more, read the May 16 issue of Navarre Press or subscribe online.

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Wildfire burning in Gulf Breeze-Navarre area

Wednesday, 15 May 2013 13:21 Written by Staff Reports

There is currently a wildfire in the Gulf Breeze area. The fire covers approximately 80
acres and is located southwest of the Garcon Point Bridge.

Motorist may encounter smoke throughout the night in the areas of SR281, I-10, US Hwy 98 in the Gulf Breeze, Navarre and Milton areas.

Motorists are urged to use caution when traveling in the area. Visibility may deteriorate quickly if fog and smoke combine, especially at night and in the early morning hours. Motorist should also use caution in the area for forestry vehicles fighting the fire.

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Superintendent issues “confusing” message about suspicious letter

Wednesday, 15 May 2013 11:32 Written by Romi White

Copies of what is described by Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office as a “suspicious” letter were dropped off by a white male May 8 at more than one Santa Rosa School District facility, prompting Superintendent Tim Wyrosdick to contact law enforcement and issue what some parents have described as a vague, confusing message on May 10. For more, read the May 16 Navarre Press or subscribe online.

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Helton sentenced to life for Navarre beating

Wednesday, 15 May 2013 11:20 Written by Staff Reports

MILTON — The person who severely beat two men in a Navarre home in 2011 was sentenced to life on Wednesday in Milton. Timothy Donald Helton was sentenced to life in state prison by Judge David Rimmer as a habitual felony offender and a prison release re-offender. For more, read the May 16 issue of the Navarre Press, or subscribe online.