Gulf Breeze grad awarded National Merit Finalist at UWF
The University of West Florida highlighted their 2018 incoming top scholars Sept. 25, paying a special shout out to the four 2018 National Merit Scholar Finalists enrolled this year.
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Hands-on animal encounters form core of Lighthouse class
Written by Staff Reporters on . Posted in Education.
For Lighthouse Private Christian Academy teacher Todd Quinn, work comes home with him. Literally.
Out and About
Written by Sandi Kemp on . Posted in Opinion, Out and About.
Start the weekend on Friday night at the Taste of Gulf Breeze for ages 21 and up. You can taste food and beverages from area restaurants for a very low cost. Please see the ad in this issue on page B9.
Quinn aims to make a difference in the wild
Written by Brian Lester on . Posted in Community.
Mark Quinn grew up around nature. That sort of came with the territory of his dad running safari parks. His father, Pat, is also responsible for starting the Gulf Breeze Zoo.
Wildlife refuge secures development order
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Plans to construct a wildlife rehabilitation and conservation education center in Holley took a big step forward last week as the county issued a development order for property along Clopton Circle.
County endorses pet pigs—with limits
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In a unanimous decision by the commissioners present, miniature pigs were approved to live in the subdivisions of Santa Rosa County.
UWF offers free Gulf Stories course
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The University of West Florida (UWF) launched the second installment of Gulf Stories Sept. 24, a free online course that explores a range of topics, from art and advanced manufacturing to citizen science and coastal ecology.
State under pressure to cut Business Rent Tax
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Florida businesses that rent their spaces are at a disadvantage compared to any other state, according to Florida TaxWatch.
East Bay water quality at risk
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East Bay is a standout in terms of water quality, according to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, but local Dave Roberts said that has changed over the years.
Lax oversight raises concerns about school flu shots
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In the wake of parents protesting that some Santa Rosa school students were given flu vaccinations against their wishes, questions are being raised about the large Jacksonville company that administers the shots with minimal oversight.