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In a twist, fight for medical pot goes to Florida Statehouse

Written by Associated Press on February 26, 2015. Posted in News.

Republicans lawmakers in Florida who once opposed medical pot are now embracing it, motivated by the strong show of support from voters and worried that another constitutional amendment during next year’s presidential race could drive opponents to the polls.

Diabetes on the brain? Here’s what you need to know

Written by Staff Reporters on February 26, 2015. Posted in News.

If you have type 2 diabetes and are overweight, you’ve probably tried dieting to manage the disease.

As time wanes, a bucket list becomes less adventurous

Written by Staff Reporters on February 26, 2015. Posted in Faith.

On a recent Sunday, a couple of hours before their kids were supposed to come over, Robert “Smitty” Smith called his wife to his bedside and told her, “I’m sorry. I don’t think I can make it.”

Teachers’ union asks parents to weigh in on new testing

Written by Staff Reporters on February 26, 2015. Posted in Education.

The Florida Education Association is asking parents to participate in a survey related to Florida’s Standard Assessment (FSA), the new testing mode replacing the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT).

Out and About

Written by Sandi Kemp on February 26, 2015. Posted in Editorial, Opinion.

The Holley Navarre Water System, Inc. is accepting resumes for general manager. Longtime general manager, Ken Walker, is retiring at the end of March. The qualifications include a “solid” understanding of all aspects of water and sewer utility to include planning, water resources, budgeting, management and related technology. Engineering is a good degree to have to be a manager of a water department, or business – or both. The full list of qualifications can be found in an ad on the classified page of this issue.

Navarre Beach to be featured in kayak fishing magazine

Written by Brian Lester on February 26, 2015. Posted in Community.

Ed Mashburn lived in Navarre more than 20 years ago. He loves the area and returns often to make trips for kayak fishing.

Local author hosts book signing at Navarre Chop House

Written by Staff Reporters on February 26, 2015. Posted in Community.

Betsy Dale Adams will sign copies of her investigative book “Immunity From Justice, Pat’s Story,” on Sunday, March 8, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Navarre Chop House.

South Santa Rosa Bicycle-Pedestrian Plan moving forward

Written by Staff Reporters on February 26, 2015. Posted in Community.

It’s no secret that the south end of the county isn’t pedestrian friendly, and a recent survey underscored residents’ concerns about safety along U.S. 98.

Dispose of hazardous waste during Amnesty Day

Written by Staff Reporters on February 26, 2015. Posted in Community.

Amnesty Day, which offers south Santa Rosa County residents the opportunity to dispose of household hazardous waste at no charge without having to drive to the central landfill in Milton, is scheduled for Saturday, March 21 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Santa Rosa County South Side Service Center located at 5819 Gulf Breeze Parkway in Midway. Amnesty Day is not a recycle day, but a special day for disposal of household hazardous waste.

CareerSource celebrates first anniversary as unified workforce brand

Written by Staff Reporters on February 26, 2015. Posted in Business.

CareerSource Escarosa and the CareerSource Florida network recently celebrated the one-year anniversary of the launch of a unified brand. On Feb. 10, 2014, Florida became the first state in the nation to achieve aligned brands for its state board consisting of 24 regional workforce development boards and nearly 100 career centers.