Gulf Power joins state in saluting unsung heroes Aug. 26
According to the Washington Post, one of the most dangerous and deadly jobs in America is that of electrical lineworkers, cracking the top 20 at number 10. These jobs are considered by many to be the fourth most dangerous occupation in the world.
Public input requested for comprehensive plan update
Santa Rosa County planners are asking for public input as the county’s Comprehensive Plan is updated. The Comprehensive Plan is an official public document adopted by the Santa Rosa County Commission that sets forth the county’s policies and guides decision-making related to the physical development of the county.
Rob Williamson named to state board
District 4 Commissioner Rob Williamson was appointed to the Florida Association of Counties Board of Directors by its president, Broward County Commissioner Barbara Sharief. Williamson will fill one of six at large seats.
FSU and UF tag sales compete in Santa Rosa
Football season is just around the corner but the FSU Seminoles and University of Florida Gators compete in one arena year round: specialty car tag sales.
Red-light camera revenue dwindles
The red-light camera system in the City of Gulf Breeze, which has drawn criticism from some drivers as creating a profitable speed trap, has fallen on hard times financially and could well become partially dismantled.
Cole appointed to NACo leadership role
National Association of Counties (NACo) President Sallie Clark appointed Santa Rosa County District 2 Commissioner Bob Cole to serve a one-year
Marine Sgt. receives hero’s welcome
The community rallied together Saturday morning to welcome Marine Sgt. Anthony McDaniel and his family to their new home in Navarre.
Concert nearing approval
September’s Country on the Sound isn’t set in stone yet, but if it happens, it will take place at the Navarre Beach Marine Park rather than at Navarre Family Watersports, which was the original location organizer Greg Britton had in mind.
Residential yard waste pick-up – container, bundle or bag it
Yard waste pick up service is available at no extra charge to Santa Rosa County residents with curbside household garbage service provided by ECUA, Waste Management or Waste Pro and who do not live in a city’s limits. To use this service, yard waste must be containerized or bundled and be no more than 50 pounds each. Items not placed in containers, bundles or bags and/or are too heavy, will not be picked up and must be disposed of by residents at their own expense.
Construction project won’t hamper school year
With just days before students return to the classroom, Holley-Navarre Middle School is undergoing a major construction project.