Lucky chain of events saves life of Navarre shopper
Randal Leonard of Navarre is a lucky man, in that his wife Janette St. John had him running errands Feb. 22.
Month: March 2018
UWF partners with state to bolster cybersecurity
The University of West Florida (UWF) Center for Cybersecurity is partnering with the Florida Agency for State Technology (AST) to provide cutting-edge cybersecurity education and training for state agency personnel and to position Florida as a leader in cybersecurity resiliency and workforce development.
Agriculture makes millions in Santa Rosa
While data show that large drivers of Santa Rosa’s economy are the military bases and blooming tourism industry, there is another arm of the economy doing some heavy financial lifting, and it covers more than half of Santa Rosa County.
Florida’s Gulf oil drilling future remains murky
While the Navarre Beach Leaseholders and Residents Association (NBLRA) voted unanimously to oppose any drilling off the coast of Florida in the Gulf of Mexico, it may be too little too late.
Mauro recognized by SeaWorld for Science Station work
Navarre Beach Marine Science Station Director Charlene Mauro was named the 2018 SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment Outstanding Environmental Educator this month.
Gulf Breeze mayor’s race in the making
Challenges by some Gulf Breeze City Council members over delays in their requests for specifics about the municipality’s mounting legal fees are putting Mayor Matt Dannheisser on the political hot seat.
Bridge may become a gift that keeps on taking
Okay, we couldn’t agree on an offer to buy the Garcon Point Bridge, so perhaps we should give it back.
Sheriff’s office to receive Narcan to fight overdose
Overdoses on opioids in Santa Rosa County are on the rise year over year, and nationwide deaths from opioid overdose in the U.S. have risen 22 percent according to Santa Rosa Sheriff Bob Johnson.
Santa Rosa K-9 Unit top notch
The Santa Rosa Sheriff’s Office K-9 Unit brought home six awards this month from the 2018 USPCA Region 1 Field Trials in Escambia County.
Two locals step up to save children in rip current
The local man who drowned saving children from drowning was a hero throughout his life.