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.
Jan 19, 2017
Jubilee land donation woes worsen
The Atlanta attorneys who claim ownership of the 2,718-acre parcel known as Jubilee say the dispute over their right to donate it to Santa Rosa County may go on indefinitely.
Jan 19, 2017
Veteran homelessness on the decline
When it comes to homelessness, our country’s veterans are considered a higher risk population.
Jan 19, 2017
County’s homeless population hiding in plain sight
Santa Rosa County has a homeless problem. They may not be asking for change on every street corner or sleeping on benches in every public park, but there is a problem.
Jan 19, 2017
Gulf Breeze man killed assisting car crash victims
Good Samaritan Mike Bailey of Gulf Breeze was laid to rest Tuesday at Gulf Breeze United Methodist Church after he was fatally struck by a truck while assisting a victim in a five car accident.
Jan 12, 2017
Council on Aging brightens lives of others
Council on Aging of West Florida Activities Supervisor Margaret Jerauld can say with confidence the distribution of gifts to clients during the Christmas season was a success.
Jan 12, 2017
WMAs have come long way since humble beginning
One purchase of land in 1941 has blossomed into something that now serves as a home for some of Florida’s most well-known and threatened wildlife species. It also provides a place for hunters and anglers to enjoy while allowing others to take advantage of golden wildlife viewing opportunities.