Milton City Councilman accuses Cole of Sunshine violation
Santa Rosa County Commissioner Bob Cole is once again accused of violating the Sunshine Law after Milton City Councilman Jimmy Messick publicly questioned a motion Cole made during a Downtown Redevelopment Advisory Board (DRAB) meeting.
BooFest won’t be back
For four years, Santa Rosa native and PGA Tour golfer Boo Weekley has hosted a celebrity-packed charity golf tournament and concert at The Club at Hidden Creek.
July accident leads to DUI manslaughter charge
A Virginia man is facing a DUI manslaughter charge following a July 2014 accident that killed his passenger.
Tourism department learning more about snowbirds
Over the last few years, Florida has seen record-breaking tourism numbers. According to a report released by VISIT FLORIDA in November, 74 million visitors vacationed in the Sunshine State during the first three quarters of 2014.
DUI arrest leads to manslaughter charge
A Virginia man is facing a DUI manslaughter charge following a July 2014 accident that killed his passenger.
Dabney denied appointment to zoning board
District 2 Commissioner Bob Cole Jan. 20 made a last-minute addition to the county commission meeting agenda – the appointment of one of his campaign contributors to the zoning board. But Cole’s motion to appoint Navarre businessman James Dabney was rejected in a 3-2 vote.
Hotelier gets six-month extension
Marilyn Hess, president of Holi Corp, successfully advocated county commissioners Jan. 22 for a six-month extension to start construction of a $30-million hotel on Navarre Beach.
Higher standard deduction, other breaks for older taxpayers
You’ve downsized to an apartment, the kids are long gone, and you’re no longer eligible for some of the deductions and exemptions that had helped you lower your tax bill.
Boy Scout gives back to elderly veterans
Joseph Parent, 17, spread good cheer recently at the local veterans nursing home.
Gulf Breeze Zoo celebrates Kigali’s third birthday
Kigali, the baby gorilla, is turning 3 and Gulf Breeze Zoo is hosting a celebration on Saturday, Jan. 24, at 1 p.m. Guests are invited to watch Kigali open presents, eat a special gorilla cake and play on Gorilla Island. Sign Kigali’s “gorilla-sized” birthday card and learn fun facts about the growing gorilla.











