Jul 20, 2021
New food truck offers vegan, vegetarian options
There’s a new food truck in town and it’s bringing a one-of-a-kind eating experience. Loudoe’s is a mother and son tag team serving up burgers, cheesesteaks, bagel grilled cheeses, gourmet fries and even edible cookie dough. Loudoe’s also has vegetarian and vegan options, serving up Beyond Meat versions of their beef burgers as well as vegetarian-friendly grilled cheeses.
Jul 20, 2021
Highway 98 wreck injures one, slows weekend traffic
An accident on U.S. Highway 98 late Sunday afternoon stopped traffic and sent a 35-year-old Pensacola woman to the hospital by medical helicopter, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. She was trapped in her vehicle and had to be cut out by first responders. The accident was a two-car collision near the highway’s intersection with Navarre School Road. The accident happened about 5:25 p.m. The FHP did not indicate whether the other driver, a 35-year-old woman from Missouri, was injured.
Jul 20, 2021
Stuff the bus to ensure Santa Rosa County students are better prepared for school
The Santa Rosa County District Schools encourage the public to “stuff the bus” on July 22 to ensure that students in Santa Rosa County are equipped with the tools they need to succeed in the upcoming school year.
Jul 19, 2021
Sheriff’s office budget needs met by commissioners
After Col. Randy Tifft of the Santa Rosa Sherriff’s Office presented a need for more staffing to keep the citizens of the county safe, the Board of County Commissioners voted to agreed to approve Sheriff Bob Johnson’s budget request in its entirety.
Jul 18, 2021
Tourist Development Office opens Capital Project Funding Cycle
Capital projects are a major driver of tourism to the area for both locals and visitors, benefiting both Santa Rosa County and the project owners.
Jul 17, 2021
The Boulevard moves toward residential development
Phase one of the Boulevard construction gains traction as Santa Rosa County Development Services continues to review site plans for the project.
Jul 17, 2021
Expect Pensacola Bridge lane restriction
The Pensacola Bay Bridge will be reduced to one lane in each direction Wednesday, July 21, and Friday July 23 from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. The lane restrictions will begin at the bridge approach in Gulf Breeze and extend for approximately 3,500-feet.
Jul 16, 2021
LDC adoption meeting postponed
The meeting for county commissioners to adopt the land development code has been pushed back due to an absence of a commissioner.
Jul 16, 2021
Call volume stays high in June
Holley-Navarre Fire District had another busy month in June, although the number of calls was down from May.
Jul 16, 2021
Stuff the Bus: Okaloosa and Walton County School supply drive
United Way Emerald Coast has partnered with the Okaloosa County School District and Walton County School District to “stuff the bus” with school supplies, ensuring every local student has the tools they need to be successful this year.