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Kerry Smith’s Pick for Zoning Board Rejected for Bad Online Behavior, Other Concerns
Randy Williams, left, was nominated by Commissioner Kerry Smith but rejected by the Board of County Commissioners to serve on the Zoning Board District 2 Commissioner Kerry Smith this morning failed to get board support to appoint his nominee, Randy Williams, to serve on the Santa Rosa County Zoning Board. Smith was argumentative at first … read more
Commissioners to Discuss 3 Bids for Former Courthouse
Santa Rosa County Comissioners tomorrow will discuss three bids for the acquisition of the former County Courthouse, ranging from $0 to $1.114 million. Bayou District Consulting graphic Local historians have praised a proposal submitted Jan. 5 by Bayou District Consulting, which noted its experience with restoration projects and offered $1.114 million for the historic structure … read more
Congressman Patronis Protects the Blue Angels from Government Shutdowns
Congressman Jimmy Patronis introduces the Special Operating Authority for Rehearsal (SOAR) Act, which protects the United States Navy Blue Angels during a federal government shutdown to ensure safety and readiness. This legislation will ensure Blue Angels airshows continue in the Pensacola region despite any Democratic shutdowns. “This is home for the Blue Angels. Federal government shutdowns … read more
OPINION: Commission Chairman Accused of Setting Up Former Deputy Amidst SRSO Infighting
A silent war is underway within Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office, and County Commission Chairman Colten Wright is accused of working behind the scenes to drag a retired deputy into the drama, which escalated into a showdown during today’s commisison meeting. The tension within SRSO started escalating last year after discussions over who might get … read more
Property Appraiser Greg Brown II Talks Property Tax Reform
The Florida Legislature is currently working on major proposals aimed at reducing property taxes, and voters are expected to see a related Constitutional amendment on November’s General Election ballot. Santa Rosa County Property Appraiser Greg Brown II, during last night’s Conservative Alliance meeting, provided an informative presentation, including details about the impending reform effort. Brown … read more
Four Years, Few Results: A Voter’s Look at Commissioner Ray Eddington’s Record
When voters elected Ray Eddington to the Santa Rosa County Commission for the 2022–2026 term, they did so with reasonable expectations: leadership, measurable progress, and a clear vision for the county’s future. Nearly four years later, it is fair—and necessary—to ask a simple question: What has changed because of his tenure? For many constituents, the uncomfortable answer appears … read more
WAKE UP, SANTA ROSA! Former Al Gore Staffer Hides Behind “Save Santa Rosa” Propoganda
Wake up, Santa Rosa! Our Republican-dominated county is under attack. Some locals seem oblivious to how a high-level Democratic operative moved to Santa Rosa County and since then has been creating anti-Conservative propoganda. It makes us wonder if Kendall Creighton, who hides behind the Save Santa Rosa social media page, might still be on a Democratic-funded … read more
