Semifinalists for Teacher of the Year announced
Semifinalists for Teacher of the Year announced
Santa Rosa Education Foundation has announced the five semifinalists selected from 33 school nominees for Santa Rosa Teacher of the Year. Congratulations to Ginni Rushing, Holley-Navarre Intermediate; Elizabeth Mann, Oriole Beach Elementary; Tish Boozer, Santa Rosa Online; Ashley Carter, Sims Middle; and Courtney English, West Navarre Intermediate. The SREF Teacher of the Year Selection Committee, … read more
Florida’s Graduation Rate Climbs to 86.9 Percent
Florida’s Graduation Rate Climbs to 86.9 Percent
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis today announced that Florida’s 2018-19 graduation rate increased to 86.9 percent, an increase of 0.8 percentage points over last year and a jump of 27.7 percentage points since 2003-04. “I applaud Florida’s students, parents and educators for their hard work and dedication that lead to these increased graduation rates,” said Governor DeSantis. “While … read more
Florida Surgeon General urges vaccination against “rapidly spreading” flu virus
Florida Surgeon General urges vaccination against “rapidly spreading” flu virus
The Florida Department of Health (Department) is strongly encouraging all unvaccinated residents to get their flu shot as soon as possible. Flu vaccination is the best way to prevent the flu and its potentially serious complications. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that, nationwide, for the 2019-2020 season so far, there have been … read more
County to host budget workshops
County to host budget workshops
The Santa Rosa County Board of County Commissioners have scheduled five upcoming workshops, one for each commission district, to discuss how the county’s annual budget is funded and allocated. A budget in brief document and the full adopted 2020 budget are available online. The schedule of workshops follows: 9-11 a.m., Saturday, January 25 … read more
Krewe of Parrotheads Raffle to benefit Rescued Rescuers
Krewe of Parrotheads Raffle to benefit Rescued Rescuers
The Krewe of Parrotheads is hosting a raffle to raise money to support The Rescued Rescuers, a nonprofit organization founded to rescue dachshunds, and occasionally other breeds, in need of a loving, safe and healthy home in the Florida Panhandle. Shelly Balk, a krewe member who owns dachshunds, is serving as the point of contact … read more
Wind Creek Hospitality Gifts $10K to Big Brothers Big Sisters
Wind Creek Hospitality Gifts $10K to Big Brothers Big Sisters
Wind Creek Hospitality on Tuesday presented a gift of $10,000 to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida (BBBSNWFL) in support of the 30th Anniversary Bold Steps Campaign. This gift included support and expansion of the Bigs with Badges program. Big Brothers of Big Sisters’ nationwide initiative to recruit those who wear badges as mentors will … read more
Navarre has a new District Commander
Navarre has a new District Commander
As it has always been said, the New Year is a good time for change. That holds true for us at the sheriff’s office this year as the New Year brings a change to our Navarre district. I would like to introduce myself, Lt. Brian Miller. I am your new District Commander for Navarre. I … read more
Three district administrators compete for Superintendent’s job
Three district administrators compete for Superintendent’s job
Karen Barber, director of federal programs for Santa Rosa County District Schools, today pre-filed in the race to replace current Superintendent Tim Wyrosdick, who is not seeking re-election. She joins fellow district administrators David Gunter and Michael Thorpe in the race. Barber has 33 years of educational experience, with 23 years working for Santa Rosa … read more
Acclaimed pianist to celebrate Beethoven’s birthday at PSC
Acclaimed pianist to celebrate Beethoven’s birthday at PSC
Acclaimed pianist Xun Pan will perform at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 12, at Pensacola State College’s Ashmore Auditorium. Pan’s performance is part of the Sid and Jeannie Kamerman Piano Series and will celebrate Ludwig van Beethoven’s 250th’s birthday. Ashmore Auditorium, Building 8, is on the Pensacola campus at 1000 College Blvd. The winner of multiple … read more
Pace nurse jailed for sexual assault on hospital patient
Pace nurse jailed for sexual assault on hospital patient
A Pace man is in Escambia County Jail following his arrest for sexual assault and indecent exposure, stemming from a March 2019 incident which took place when he was employed as a nurse at Baptist Hospital. James Ronald Bemis, 71, who lives at 5197 Avenue Del Fuego in Pace, was booked today and issued a … read more
