Even if you’re a gym pro, you’re probably looking for new ways to maximize that sweat time or keep the exercise excitement alive. With “52 Brilliant Ideas to Pump Up Your Workout” (Penguin, 2008), author Steve Shipside offers – you guessed it – 52 ways to fend off boredom and boost results. Here are a few examples:
It’s common for people to set New Year’s resolutions to lose weight, and Metabolic Research Center aims to help customers achieve those goals. Toward that end, the center is offering a Black Friday special geared to provide an early start on weight loss.
A nationwide phone scam that has made its way to Santa Rosa County is just the latest in a string of fraudulent callers looking to make some quick cash.
Representatives from Santa Rosa Professional Educators (SRPE), the county’s teachers’ union, faced off last week against Santa Rosa County District Schools officials in tense contract negotiations. Tempers flared after a union representative pointed out what he said is a $300,000 miscalculation by the district.
Trustees for investors who own the privately funded Garcon Point Bridge are pushing for another toll hike. Florida House District 3 Rep. Doug Broxson said that’s a bad idea, but others hope such a move might spur a public push for a Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) buyout.
Recently the Florida Department of Environmental Protection celebrated Florida Recycles Day 2014, recognizing recycling as a top priority in daily life. However, local recycling efforts continue to face challenges following the closure of most county recycling stations.
Presently there is no fee to drive along Earl Bowden Way, the scenic island corridor between Navarre and Pensacola beaches. However, local park service employees are proposing a change which would result in a $15 charge to use the sole beach connector road located within Gulf Islands National Seashore (GUIS).
Ty Bilbrey, an experienced golf professional, resigned as general manager of The Club at Hidden Creek, effective Nov. 17. A search is underway for his replacement.
