Pre-trial Release Program saves county $1.8 million
The Santa Rosa County Pre-trial Release Program resulted in an estimated net savings of $1,866,408 for the county in 2018, according to Santa Rosa County Clerk of Court and Comptroller Donald Spencer.
How Thompson looted United Way
Hubris and a lack of financial oversight are at the center of how junior college dropout Guy Thompson fooled dozens of high-profile community leaders in stealing $652,000 over seven years from the United Way of Santa Rosa County.
Holley Navarre Water sets sights on future
After calls for expanded fire hydrant availability last month, the Holley Navarre Water System (HNWS) board of directors decided to create long-term goals.
Navarre Beach Fire increases ranking, lowers insurance costs
Navarre Beach Fire Rescue announced an upgrade in its fire protection ranking last week that could mean cheaper property insurance premiums on the beach.
Milton mother retains custody in neglect case
A Milton woman accused of felony neglect of her five children, ages 5, 7, 11, 12 and 14, will not lose custody of her children according to the Department of Children and Families (DCF).
Pier patches to get a touch up
While the actual redecking of the Navarre Beach Fishing Pier is potentially months away, replacing 121 bright orange plywood patches could be underway soon.
Timmons embraces challenge of Ironman competitions
Troy Timmons was sitting around with friends one day a few years ago when they talked about doing an Ironman competition.
Man killed after stabbing parents in Midway
A former police officer was shot to death by his father after he stabbed both his parents multiple times insider their residence on Blair Circle in Midway, the Santa Rosa Sheriff’s Office said.
Five locals initiated into national Honor Society
University of West Florida students and staff from Navarre and Gulf Breeze received special academic recognition in May as initiates into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society.
Navarre football coach arrested for battery
Navarre High School offensive line coach and teacher Greg Greenhaw was arrested April 28 for domestic violence related battery. The charge is a first-degree misdemeanor.








