United Way of Escambia to become United Way of West Florida
United Way of Escambia to become United Way of West Florida
Previously known as the Community Chest, the United Fund, and United Way of Escambia County, the organization will now operate as United Way of West Florida (UWWF). On June 12, the organization received notice from the Florida Department of State that the name change amendment had been processed. In April, United Way of West Florida … read more
Debt relief announced for former ITT Tech students
Debt relief announced for former ITT Tech students
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody on June 14 announced millions of dollars’ worth of debt relief for former ITT Tech students in Florida. The loan forgiveness is part of a multi-state agreement with Student CU Connect CUSO, LLC, to stop collecting outstanding loans for tuition at ITT Tech, a failed for-profit college. The Florida Attorney … read more
Louisiana man identified as drowning victim
Louisiana man identified as drowning victim
The Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office has released the name of a man who drowned June 14 in Destin. Carlos Wuberto Rodríguez, 36, of Baton Rouge Louisiana was last seen flailing his arms in the Gulf of Mexico before being pulled out by bystanders. OCSO says Rodríguez was seen struggling offshore of Gulf Shore Drive in … read more
Hill calls state party leaders “Fake Republicans”
Hill calls state party leaders “Fake Republicans”
Florida House District 1 Representative Mike Hill has bashed state Republican leaders in a pro-life Facebook group in which members also made homophobic remarks. Spence Rogers, creator of the “Florida Pro Life Group” and president at Go Right Strategies, Inc., added Hill to the group. “I will run both the heartbeat detection bill and the … read more
Gulf Breeze student recognized as one of Florida’s top STEM scholars
Gulf Breeze student recognized as one of Florida’s top STEM scholars
Florida Education Commissioner Richard Corcoran on June 13 recognized 103 of Florida’s highest-achieving 11th grade STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) students, including Bickston Laenger of Gulf Breeze High School, at the 2019 Sunshine State Scholars conference. With a focus on Florida’s workforce needs, the conference highlights the wide variety of high-demand, high-wage STEM jobs … read more
DeSantis signs sanctuary cities ban into law in Shalimar
DeSantis signs sanctuary cities ban into law in Shalimar
A standing-room-only crowd filled the Okaloosa County Commission chambers to witness Governor Ron DeSantis sign SB 168, the Federal Immigration Enforcement bill, into law. The bill prohibits state and local governments from having sanctuary policies in effect and requires such entities to support and cooperate with federal immigration enforcement. “Earlier this year, I made a … read more
Utility pole replacement to cause overnight lane closures in Gulf Breeze
Utility pole replacement to cause overnight lane closures in Gulf Breeze
Gulf Power will be replacing a transmission pole overnight Tuesday in Gulf Breeze that will require a lane closure. The right-hand lane on U.S. 98 West in Gulf Breeze and the turn lane at 1196 Gulf Breeze Parkway — just east of the Gulf Breeze Hospital entrance — will be closed Tuesday, June 18 … read more
Official plans submitted for new Navarre school
Official plans submitted for new Navarre school
Graphic created by Romi White (disclaimer: plans subject to revision pending bid alternates and graphic was not created in conjunction with design professionals contracted by the district) Submitted building elevation The Santa Rosa County School District last week submitted floor plans for a combined elementary and middle school to be constructed off Elkhart Drive in … read more
Progress in Paradise – Pullum Real Estate celebrates 50 years in business
Progress in Paradise – Pullum Real Estate celebrates 50 years in business
Navarre resident and successful realtor Bart Pullum couldn’t imagine calling anywhere else home. As a third generation Navarre Pullum he’s not only passionate about the area but also carries on the family vision to help it grow and prosper. Bart is proud to share how his family put down roots and helped to grow this … read more
Center for Independent Living seeks public input on strategic plan
Center for Independent Living seeks public input on strategic plan
The Center for Independent Living of Northwest Florida is seeking public input on a strategic plan to improve services for people with disabilities in northwest Florida. Eight public meetings will be held in the region, two in Santa Rosa County: Mon., Jun. 17, 2 to 4 p.m. Santa Rosa County Administrative Center Board Room 6495 Caroline St. in Milton Mon., … read more
