State extends support to Floridians participating in SNAP and TANF
State extends support to Floridians participating in SNAP and TANF
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and the Department of Children and Families (DCF) on Thursday announced the extension of good cause for the month of May and the submission of a federal waiver, to assist Floridians participating in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) during the current public health emergency. … read more
Island Authority welcomes beachgoers and issues reminder that Sea Turtle nesting season starts tomorrow
Island Authority welcomes beachgoers and issues reminder that Sea Turtle nesting season starts tomorrow
With the recent announcement that Pensacola Beach will reopen to the public starting Friday, May 1, the Santa Rosa Island Authority (SRIA) welcomes the public back to the beaches. All beachgoers are reminded to observe the required social distancing guidelines. Additionally, the public is reminded that May 1 starts sea turtle nesting season. “It’s vital … read more
South Santa Rosa could get drive-thru Coronavirus testing sites late next week
South Santa Rosa could get drive-thru Coronavirus testing sites late next week
When Santa Rosa County announced COVID-19 drive-thru testing sites for non-symptomatic individuals earlier this week there were no sites included for the south end of the county. “A lot of people have been concerned about that,” said Santa Rosa County Public Information Officer Brandi Bates, pointing out that testing has been available in Gulf Breeze … read more
Local restaurant and retail Phase I reopenings announced
Local restaurant and retail Phase I reopenings announced
Following is a list of local restaurant and retail shop reopenings for Phase I of reopening Florida. This list is under development and will be updated frequently, so please keep checking back. If you own a restaurant or retail establishment or have details on church services pls email info@ssrnews.com or call 850-503-6242. Per Governor DeSantis’ … read more
Mobile COVID-19 testing site to open Saturday at UWF in Pensacola
Mobile COVID-19 testing site to open Saturday at UWF in Pensacola
A new mobile testing site at the University of West Florida will open daily to the public from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m, starting Saturday, May 2, according to Escambia County. The drive-through test site will be located at the SP2 parking lot, which is located on the east side of campus, near the East Sports … read more
ADA beach access mats to be reinstalled for Navarre Beach reopening
ADA beach access mats to be reinstalled for Navarre Beach reopening
Santa Rosa County plans to reinstall two ADA beach access mats inside Navarre Beach Marine Park prior to the beach reopening at 2:30 p.m., Friday, May 1. According to Assistant County Administrator Mark Murray, one will be positioned at the westernmost restroom/pavilion complex located at walkover 40D. The other will be positioned at the center restroom/pavilion … read more
Santa Rosa Sheriff’s Office bloodhounds continue to prove their value
Santa Rosa Sheriff’s Office bloodhounds continue to prove their value
Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office dispatch around 1:30 a.m. last night received a call related to a missing person. Earlier in the day, an adult male was dropped off by a family member for a day of canoeing on Coldwater Creek. “When the individual did not return home, we were notified,” said SRSO Spokesman Sgt. … read more
State Attorney Eddins has two-fold focus as he retires from the job he loves
State Attorney Eddins has two-fold focus as he retires from the job he loves
First Judicial Circuit State Attorney Bill Eddins said it was a tough decision to retire, but he’s focused on ending his 15-year term strong and ensuring a smooth transition for incoming State Attorney Ginger Bowden Madden, who will be the first female to serve in the role, starting this fall. “It has been the high … read more
Ginger Bowden Madden to be first female First Judicial Circuit State Attorney
Ginger Bowden Madden to be first female First Judicial Circuit State Attorney
Candidate qualifying has ended with Ginger Bowden Madden as the sole remaining contender to replace retiring longtime First Judicial Circuit State Attorney Bill Eddins. She will be the first female to serve in the role. “I believe that she will do a very good job as State Attorney,” Eddins told South Santa Rosa News on … read more
Community Life United Methodist Church to serve as a Mobile Food Pantry
Community Life United Methodist Church to serve as a Mobile Food Pantry
To help provide relief to local families, Community Life United Methodist Church will serve as a mobile food pantry in response to the COVID-19 crisis. Acting in partnership with Feeding Florida, Community Life will hold a series of mobile food pantries over the coming weeks. The first upcoming time is this Monday, May 4th at … read more
