Jan 26, 2017
Proxy voting decides water board election
Of the 14,091 votes that could have been cast to elect two new members to Holley-Navarre Water System’s board of directors, only 70 people actually cast a ballot. That is a less than 1 percent voter turnout.
Jan 26, 2017
Florida’s death penalty in muddy waters
The death penalty is now off the table for the man accused of shooting two Milton residents to death in their home July 2014 not because of the nature of the crime, but because of chaos in the court system.
Jan 26, 2017
Commissioners back off park fees for organizations
Commissioners will vote Thursday to restructure the fee schedule for use of public facilities and parks to be comparable with other counties.
Jan 26, 2017
County looks into disabled adult needs
As ARC of Santa Rosa, the county’s only exceptional adult day training facility, struggles to keep services in the county, the county commission is taking a deeper look into the need for these services.
Jan 19, 2017
Dove puts focus on increasing senior center membership
As the newly elected president of the Holley-Navarre Senior Center Board, Bill Dove is determined to help drive up membership at the senior center.
Jan 19, 2017
Trained dogs are happier dogs
As good and responsible pet owners, it’s our job to set up our dogs for success every day. Training can improve the life of your pet but it can also bring the two of you closer together through the training experience. But it can also be a life saver. Basic training can save your dog from potentially dangerous situations like running out into traffic or getting into a showdown with another dog.
Jan 19, 2017
County rejects BearWise funding
Santa Rosa County had to decide if accepting the $150,000 in funding from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission to implement the BearWise Safety program was worth it.
Jan 19, 2017
Navarre grad helps carry on Seabee tradition
Navarre High graduate Tyler Brown is part of the United States Navy’s construction force known as the Seabees.
Jan 19, 2017
Battle of Mogadishu hero passes, leaves behind legacy
Hurlburt Field – A former Special Tactics combat controller responsible for saving dozens at the Battle of Mogadishu, Somalia, was laid to rest recently, leaving behind a far-reaching legacy of valor, professionalism and combat success.
Jan 19, 2017
Deputy raises would cost $1.8 million
On Jan. 23, Santa Rosa’s new sheriff Bob Johnson will go before the board to ask for nearly $1.8 million in raises for his deputies trying to fulfill the promise he made to his officers at his swearing in ceremony.