DeSantis Signs Patterson Law to Help Stop Wrongful Child Removal in Certain Medical Cases
DeSantis Signs Patterson Law to Help Stop Wrongful Child Removal in Certain Medical Cases
Tasha Patterson pictued with her twin boys, which were not only removed by DCF but also adopted out Late Thursday Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill into law which will enable the Florida Department of Children and Families to delay the removal of children from their families when presented with certain medical conditions which … read more
Erin Nisewonger: A Veteran’s Mission to Give Santa Rosa County Its Voice Back
Erin Nisewonger: A Veteran’s Mission to Give Santa Rosa County Its Voice Back
In a county where growth and frustration often collide, Erin Nisewonger says she’s running for the Santa Rosa County Commission because “it’s time for a fighter who will truly bring the voice of the residents back to the table.” A proud veteran and former law‑enforcement professional, Nisewonger has spent her career serving others — first in uniform, … read more
Fourth of July Santa Rosa County holiday closures and fireworks safety
Fourth of July Santa Rosa County holiday closures and fireworks safety
Santa Rosa County’s official 4th of July fireworks will take place at 9 p.m. at Navarre Beach Fishing Pier. The following Santa Rosa County offices will be closed on Friday, July 3, in observance of Independence Day: Santa Rosa County Clerk of the Court & Comptroller Office; Santa Rosa County Property Appraiser; Santa Rosa County … read more
Developers Spend Thousands on Incumbent Kerry Smith’s Campaign
Developers Spend Thousands on Incumbent Kerry Smith’s Campaign
Kerry Smith is desperately trying to hold onto power in his re-election bid, and developers are spending thousands of dollars toward his campaign. Back in 2022, Kerry Smith ran on a campaign promise of “Roads Before Development.” But since that time he’s lost key supporters who say he broke that promise by approving controversial land … read more
OPINION: Fat Cat Bureaucrats in Panic Mode Over Proposed Property Tax Relief Plan
OPINION: Fat Cat Bureaucrats in Panic Mode Over Proposed Property Tax Relief Plan
A special legislative session started today to consider cutting property taxes. Florida homeowners could get historic relief from the proposed reform; however, local government officials are in panic mode, trying to hang on to MILLION$ in increased revenues they’ve been raking in for years. Fat cat bureaucrats are using scare tactics, working with liberal news … read more
Incumbent Commissioner Fails to Gather Petitions – Must Pay $5,460.06 Fee to Get on Ballot
Incumbent Commissioner Fails to Gather Petitions – Must Pay $5,460.06 Fee to Get on Ballot
Current District 2 Commissioner Kerry Smith failed to get petitions signed by the deadline; therefore, he must pay $5,460.06 by June 12 in order to stay on the ballot. Five other D2 candidates successfully gathered and submitted signed petitions: Jeff Ates, who entered the race 4-4-2025 and so far reported $7,675 in campaign funds; Renee … read more
Sen. Gaetz to Vote for Property Tax Reform
Sen. Gaetz to Vote for Property Tax Reform
Dear Neighbor, Thanks very much for the emails, calls and face-to-face conversations about property tax reform. Finally, during a June 1-3 special session, the Senate and House will be able to debate and vote on Governor DeSantis’ proposal for reducing taxes on homestead properties. The Governor’s plan is to gradually eliminate property taxes on 90 … read more
Reforming Florida’s Child Welfare System: Due Process, Accountability, and Family Preservation
Reforming Florida’s Child Welfare System: Due Process, Accountability, and Family Preservation
We all want children safe, families stable, and fewer tragedies—both when children are left in danger and when they are wrongly taken. The Maya Kowalski case demonstrated what happens in Florida when complex medical issues, broad immunity, and weak oversight collide. We can fix the system without undermining legitimate abuse reporting. These reforms will also … read more
Deborah Roche Honored for 25 Years of Service to Santa Rosa Crime Stoppers
Deborah Roche Honored for 25 Years of Service to Santa Rosa Crime Stoppers
Santa Rosa Crime Stoppers last Thursday celebrated Gulf Breeze resident Deborah Roche’s 25 years of dedicated service to Santa Rosa Crime Stoppers and the Florida Association of Crime Stoppers. “For decades, Roche has worked tirelessly to support public safety, strengthen partnerships, and help make our communities safer through her unwavering commitment and leadership,” stated … read more
𝐊𝐄𝐑𝐑𝐘 𝐒𝐌𝐈𝐓𝐇 𝐏𝐀𝐒𝐒𝐄𝐃 𝐎𝐕𝐄𝐑 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐈𝐑𝐌𝐀𝐍 𝐎𝐅 𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐒𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐎𝐑𝐆𝐀𝐍𝐈𝐙𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍:
𝐊𝐄𝐑𝐑𝐘 𝐒𝐌𝐈𝐓𝐇 𝐏𝐀𝐒𝐒𝐄𝐃 𝐎𝐕𝐄𝐑 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐈𝐑𝐌𝐀𝐍 𝐎𝐅 𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐒𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐎𝐑𝐆𝐀𝐍𝐈𝐙𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍:
Current Santa Rosa County District 2 Commissioner Kerry Smith, whose term expires this year, was passed over May 13 for Chairman of The Florida-Alabama Transportation Planning Organization (TPO), which prioritizes regional transportation projects. Smith had been serving as TPO vice chairman and was expected to be named Chairman, considering that historically the vice chairman is … read more
