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County recreation funds get boost

Written by Staff Reporters on September 18, 2014. Posted in News.

Local customers pay a 5-percent franchise fee on their electric utility bills. That money comes back to Santa Rosa County and adds up to roughly $6 million annually. Commissioners Sept. 11 decided to allocate a larger portion of that amount to district recreation budgets.

Gulf Breeze neighbors not fond of splitting lots

Written by Staff Reporters on September 18, 2014. Posted in News.

Not in our neighborhood.

SWEET REVENGE

Written by Staff Reporters on September 11, 2014. Posted in Sports.

For the second week in a row the Raiders faced a 6 ft – 6 in quarterback that has committed to a Division 1 college program. For the second week in a row Navarre has faced a 6 ft- 6 in receiver that will be playing football on Saturdays. While it wasn’t always easy, for the second time in as many weeks, the Navarre defense did enough to slow down those big time recruits and help secure a win.

Here’s Looking At You Patsy Miller

Written by Staff Reporters on September 11, 2014. Posted in Community.

Patsy Miller, a petite ball of fire from Newberry, South Carolina, laughed when I told her I’d never heard of her hometown;

Warming up to Vitamin D

Written by Staff Reporters on September 11, 2014. Posted in News.

As with so many health issues, it’s hard to keep track of what the latest recommendations are when it comes to sun exposure-even for those living in the Sunshine State.

Florida gets roadmap to healthy living

Written by Staff Reporters on September 11, 2014. Posted in News.

Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Adam H. Putnam today announced the launch of an innovative mapping technology to more precisely assess communities in need across Florida.

Eagle Scout delivers accessibility to bird lovers

Written by Staff Reporters on September 11, 2014. Posted in Education.

Uncle Sandy’s Macaw Bird Park in Pensacola just got a lot more accessible thanks to Jares Doverspike and Boy Scout Troop 102.

Teachers gain faithful support

Written by Staff Reporters on September 11, 2014. Posted in Education.

Local teachers were treated to an appreciation luncheon Sept. 6 at the Saltwater Cottage in Navarre. Teachers from schools in Santa Rosa and Okaloosa counties made their way over to the outdoor eating area at the Cottage at 11 a.m. to indulge in a gourmet lunch spread complete with breads, cheeses, sandwiches dips, cakes, fruit and more.

Local vehicle theft ring halted

Written by Staff Reporters on September 11, 2014. Posted in Crime, News.

A vehicle theft ring that targeted victims along Hwy 98 in Navarre and Gulf Breeze has been stopped. A total of five suspects were arrested and all six vehicles including a Chevy Tahoe and a Z71 have been recovered.

Sheriff’s Office armored vehicle can endure heavy fire

Written by Staff Reporters on September 11, 2014. Posted in Community.

Earlier this year the Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office acquired a demilitarized armored vehicle for roughly $2,500 – a fraction of the original cost. The vehicle not only provides increased protection for members of the agency’s SWAT team but can also be used for other purposes.