Storm debris contractor begins second pass of pickups on Monday
Storm debris contractor begins second pass of pickups on Monday
Ceres Environmental, the county’s debris hauling contractor, has completed the first pass of collection in the majority of the county and will begin the second pass on Mon., Nov. 9. Residents are encouraged to bring their remaining vegetative and construction/demolition debris to the county right-of-way over the weekend. Those who have not yet had a … read more
Milton Businessman Jack Sanborn jailed for campaign sign theft charge
Milton Businessman Jack Sanborn jailed for campaign sign theft charge
The Office of the State Attorney announced Monday that a Warrant had been issued in Santa Rosa County for the arrest of Jack Sanborn, 70, for one count of Petit Theft for the alleged theft of a political sign. Sanborn was subsequently booked into Santa Rosa County Jail this morning and issued a $1,000 bond. … read more
Santa Rosa’s historic Red Wave
Santa Rosa’s historic Red Wave
Florida Representative Jayer Williamson celebrated his landslide victory Tuesday night with family and friends and his home in Pace. He’s pictured with his daughter, Rylin, son, Brooks, and wife, Linsey. (Photo by Romi White) Santa Rosa County set a record Tuesday when more than 107,316 ballots, the most ever cast in the county, were tallied … read more
Local Author’s New Book Aims to Inspire
Local Author’s New Book Aims to Inspire
Navarre Businessman Skip Orth has penned his fourth book, Letters to Judah. The book is a compilation of letters he wrote to his youngest son, Judah, who went through U.S. Marine boot camp. Through a series of 77 letters featuring favorite sayings, scriptures and philosophies, Orth issues a father’s advice for living a successful life. … read more
Gulf Power to resume disconnections for non-payment in mid-November, offers payment options
Gulf Power to resume disconnections for non-payment in mid-November, offers payment options
Gulf Power today announced plans to begin offering direct relief to customers significantly behind on their energy bills due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and to those small business customers who have diligently paid their bills but still have a deposit with the company. Residential and small business customers may be eligible for a bill … read more
Naval Research Lab’s Hurricane Strength-Prediction Model Named Most Accurate
Naval Research Lab’s Hurricane Strength-Prediction Model Named Most Accurate
The U.S. Naval Research Laboratory’s Coupled Ocean/Atmosphere Mesoscale Prediction System for Tropical Cyclones was named the world’s most accurate in predicting hurricane strengths during the 2019 Atlantic hurricane season. Weather events like hurricanes play a large role in Navy and Marine Corps operations around the world, and the Navy is a huge player in … read more
Warrant issued for Milton businessman Jack Sanborn for campaign sign theft
Warrant issued for Milton businessman Jack Sanborn for campaign sign theft
South Santa Rosa News file photo The Office of the State Attorney announced today that a Warrant has been issued in Santa Rosa County for the arrest of Jack Sanborn for one count of Petit Theft for the alleged theft of a political sign. According to Milton’s Concerned Citizens Political Action Committee, Sanborn was captured … read more
2020 Lighted Boat Parade Will Kick Off the Island-Style Holiday Activities on Pensacola Beach
2020 Lighted Boat Parade Will Kick Off the Island-Style Holiday Activities on Pensacola Beach
The Pensacola Beach Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce that the annual Lighted Boat Parade is set for Saturday, Dec. 5 at 6:30 p.m. “It’s been an unprecedented year, so we hope to spread some holiday cheer along the island this season and invite the public to enjoy the annual light spectacle along the … read more
Gold Star Families Memorial to be dedicated on Veteran’s Day
Gold Star Families Memorial to be dedicated on Veteran’s Day
The Veterans Memorial Park Foundation of Pensacola at 11 a.m. on Veteran’s Day will dedicate the newly installed Gold Star Families Memorial Monument, which was erected at the park on Saturday, October 31. The public is invited to attend. “Our group of local Gold Star Family members and other supporters are proud to be part … read more
12-year-old girl killed in Interstate 10 crash
12-year-old girl killed in Interstate 10 crash
The Florida Highway Patrol reports that a 12-year-old girl from Destin was killed today in a crash on Interstate 10 in Milton. An 18-year-old female from Milton was driving a sedan westbound within the right lane, and a pickup truck was also traveling westbound within the left lane. Per FHP, the sedan attempted to merge … read more