Marine Science Station getting WeatherSTEM unit
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Local-Option Sales Tax on November ballot
Written by Gail Acosta on . Posted in News.
Santa Rosa County Commissioners will again seek a local-option sales tax (LOST) in November to fund the building of a new courthouse on a site that has yet to be determined. The LOST would come on the heels of a gas tax implemented Jan. 1 that brought the taxes paid on gas from 6 cents to 12 cents. The gas tax must be used for road maintenance and upkeep. The referendum language for the LOST must be complete by June 1 and then Sept. 2 for the November ballot.
Crime spree suspects shot in Milton
Written by Staff Reporters on . Posted in Crime, News.
The so-called modern day ‘Bonnie and Clyde’ suspects were shot during a standoff with police early Friday morning in Milton. Blake Edward Fitzgerald, 30, was killed and his girlfriend, Brittany Nicole Harper, 30, was shot multiple times and was transported to a local hospital.
Hot car bill passes Senate
Written by Gail Acosta on . Posted in News.
Florida senators passed a bill on Thursday that will allow the rescue of unattended vulnerable pets or people from hot cars in the summer without civil liability. Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office receives several calls each summer about pets trapped in hot cars and left unattended.
Blue Angels to Fly Over 2016 Super Bowl
Written by Staff Reporters on . Posted in Military, News.
U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, are slated to perform a flyover of the 2016 Super Bowl at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif., Feb. 7.
Eye sore
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Conjunctivitis, sometimes known as pink eye, is an inflammation of the thin layer of tissue that lines the eyeball and the inside of the eyelid. This layer, called the conjunctiva, produces moisture and antibodies that reduce infection. Infection of this layer leads to nasty symptoms such as redness, itching and discharge from the eyes. Another common problem is sensitivity to light and blurred vision.
Houston’s Antioch Church celebrates 150th anniversary
Written by Associated Press on . Posted in Faith.
Houston (AP) — For the most part, the oldest landmarks are gone. The bayou-side brush arbor never was meant to last, and the old “Baptist Hill,” site of a wooden box-like chapel, now is occupied by the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts.
The tale of two men’s higher calling
Written by Staff Reporters on . Posted in Faith.
God’s work calls people of all backgrounds, cultures and skills. Pastor Jonathan Arneault of The Rock United Pentecostal Church in Gulf Breeze and Pastor Jim Whitten of the Momentum Church in Gulf Breeze are two such extraordinary men who found themselves called to ministry in service to their local congregations. In terms of skills, both of these men have shown prowess in the field of big business, while also acting to serve others.
County officials encourage local voters to get out to the polls
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The right to vote, one of the most important features of American history and culture, has been a revered and even coveted privilege amongst the American people. The action of a cast ballot has helped to create and shape the United States of America since its inception. Hand-in-hand with our other constitutional rights, the right to vote has helped assure freedom to America and its citizens. However, this right, like so many others, only goes as far as the people are willing to exercise it.
Santa Rosa County Public Services Selects Employee of the Year
Written by Staff Reporters on . Posted in Business.
Santa Rosa County’s Public Services Department selected Jennifer Tilden as employee of the year for 2015. Tilden, who has served the county as zoning administrator since January 2013, was recognized by the Board of County Commissioners at the Jan. 28 meeting.