Pensacola-based Coast Guard cutter interdicts $20.3M in drugs
Pensacola-based Coast Guard cutter interdicts $20.3M in drugs
A member of Coast Guard Cutter Decisive’s boarding team recovering contraband that was jettisoned during a pursuit. The crew of the Coast Guard Cutter Decisive (WMEC-210) returned to their homeport of Pensacola Nov. 3, 2020, after completing a 40-day counter-drug patrol in the Eastern Pacific Ocean and offloading $20.3 million worth of cocaine and marijuana … read more
Dolphins beat Tate, 31-9, draw Seabreeze in playoffs
Dolphins beat Tate, 31-9, draw Seabreeze in playoffs
Gulf Breeze capped its regular season Nov. 6 by plowing under the Tate Aggies, 31-9. The Dolphins (2-4) travel Thursday to Daytona Beach to square off against the Seabreeze Sandcrabs (3-4) in the first round of the 6A-1 playoffs. This is their return to the postseason after missing out last year. The Sandcrabs backed into … read more
Governor announces Santa Rosa wins $70K Defense Support Grant
Governor announces Santa Rosa wins $70K Defense Support Grant
Governor Ron DeSantis yesterday announced that $1,250,000 has been awarded through the Florida Defense Support Task Force (FDSTF) Grant Program to five projects to protect military installations across the state. The award recipients include the Santa Rosa County Board of County Commissioners, Clay County Development Authority, Polk County Board of County Commissioners, Orlando Economic Partnership … read more
Big Brothers Big Sisters aims to make Big Strides for Littles
Big Brothers Big Sisters aims to make Big Strides for Littles
As an organization driven by one-to-one connections, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida (BBBSNWFL) has had to adapt in many ways due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As everyone adjusts to this world no one could have predicted, it has been a challenge for the strongest. Throughout holiday season, BBBSNWFL is asking for support to … read more
Caring and Sharing of South Santa Rosa County Seeks Community Support
Caring and Sharing of South Santa Rosa County Seeks Community Support
Caring and Sharing, a nonprofit that annually provides holiday services for those in need is seeking the community’s support. As predicted, there is a bigger hardship on many this year-end. During a drive-through registration held in October over 230 families, equaling 897 individuals qualified to receive assistance this Thanksgiving and Christmas. “So much has changed … read more
Navarre Native Becomes Naval Aviator, Headed to Jacksonville
Navarre Native Becomes Naval Aviator, Headed to Jacksonville
Lt.j.g. Connor Black stands in front of a TH-57 training helicopter with a fellow aviator after receiving their wings of gold at NAS Whiting Field on Nov. 5. (Photo by Jamie Link, NAS Whiting Field Public Affairs) Lt.j.g. Connor Black, who hails from Navarre, Fla., earned his Wings of Gold onboard Naval Air Station (NAS) … read more
Margaritaville Beach Hotel Set to Reopen Thanksgiving Week
Margaritaville Beach Hotel Set to Reopen Thanksgiving Week
Margaritaville Beach Hotel, the Jimmy Buffett-inspired beachfront hotel on Pensacola Beach, is set to reopen to hotel guests on Monday, Nov. 23. The hotel has been closed to repairs since Hurricane Sally made landfall on September 16, 2020. “We are thrilled to be able to open our doors again, especially in time for Thanksgiving,” said … read more
Navarre enters playoffs after 30-13 victory in Crestview
Navarre enters playoffs after 30-13 victory in Crestview
The Raiders capped its regular season with a 30-13 win over Crestview last week. They drew a first-round bye and home-field advantage in the 7A regional playoffs. So, they will face the victor from the Creekside Knights (5-3) vs. Buchholz Bobcats (6-1) game slated for Nov. 20. This is a return to the postseason which … read more
Price Gouging Hotline to Cover Hurricane-Related Essential Commodities in Preparation for Tropical Storm Eta
Price Gouging Hotline to Cover Hurricane-Related Essential Commodities in Preparation for Tropical Storm Eta
Attorney General Ashley Moody yesterday expanded Florida’s Price Gouging Hotline to encompass essential commodities related to Governor Ron DeSantis’ declaration for a state of emergency for Tropical Storm Eta. The state of emergency is in effect for the following counties: Broward, Collier, Hendry, Lee, Martin, Miami-Dade, Monroe and Palm Beach. Florida’s price gouging laws for this event … read more
New state record lionfish caught in Destin
New state record lionfish caught in Destin
Donald C. Vautrinot, right, with Alex Fogg. Photo courtesy of Donald Vautrinot. Donald C. Vautrinot was spearfishing for red snapper off Destin Oct. 18 when he went back down to snag a few lionfish. And there it was. “I saw a monster lionfish and immediately knew I wanted to measure it,” Vautrinot said. “I got … read more
