News Archive

District 3 Commissioner James Calkins continued his strident advocacy for constituents fined $123 for mulch pile maintenance and trash and debris violations more than 15 months ago, though the issue is moving toward resolution based on an earlier decision by the county board.

Agents with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement today arrested Laura Rose Carroll, 50, and her daughter, 17, of Pensacola on one count each of offenses against users of computers, computer systems, computer networks, and electronic devices, unlawful use of a two-way communications device, criminal use of personally identifiable information and conspiracy to commit these offenses.

Step away from the nighttime light pollution of downtowns, streetlights or the glare of a backyard porch light and you’ll be treated to nature’s light show, the Milky Way Galaxy.

A fundraiser is underway to purchase seven incubators for A HOPE, Inc, an animal rescue organization in Milton.

Waste Pro sent out postcards to their south Santa Rosa County customers last week reminding them of upcoming changes starting at the beginning of next month.

The “Greatest of all Time” (GOAT) kayak fishing tournament is coming back to Navarre this summer and it’s expected to draw huge crowds.

For parents of high school students, SAT scores are a huge deal. With college admissions and scholarships on the line, paying for tutors and test prep materials may be the worth the price. But watch out for con artists eager to take advantage of this. Scammers – with access to kids’ names and school information – are tricking parents into paying for bogus SAT prep materials.

District 3 State Rep. Jayer Williamson (R-Pace) has introduced a Florida constitution amendment that would make recall of county commissioners and county officers such as the sheriff or tax collector a statewide right.

With a mission to reduce crashes and fatalities on Garcon Point Bridge, Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office is buckling down on reckless drivers.

Deputies will start monitoring the bridge and arresting anyone who passes illegally and then towing their car. The entire bridge is a no-passing zone with double yellow lines, said Sheriff Bob Johnson.

National Park Service biologists discovered the first shorebird nests of the season March 3.