Move over Pace. Step aside Niceville. At least for now, the Raiders are the kings and queens of District 1 4A soccer. One week after the Lady Raiders captured their first ever district crown in dramatic fashion over Niceville, the boys followed suit with an 8-0 victory over Fort Walton Beach in the title match of their tournament.
When the New Year rolls around, most people are armed with resolutions and ready for a fresh start. Many focus on bettering themselves; it’s not often we hear of those who want to better serve God.
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.
The game had all the drama the fans could handle. After two 40-minute periods, followed by two 10-minute extra time periods, the Raiders and Niceville remained in a scoreless tie.
Holley-Navarre Fire Department Battalion Chief Howie Rounsaville said embers rekindled twice at a home in Holley By the Sea, following the use of a metal fire pit the night before.
About 50 citizens and local government leaders attended the Jan. 15 Santa Rosa County Legislative Delegation public hearing, where they discussed with state legislators the issues they feel are important for the upcoming legislative session.
Holi Corp, leaseholder of the former Holiday Inn site on Navarre Beach, has asked Santa Rosa County Commissioners to approve mortgaging a new hotel at the location in the name of a subsidiary.