Holley Man Jailed for Arson and Aggravated Battery after Boat Ramp Fight over Ex-Girlfriend
Holley Man Jailed for Arson and Aggravated Battery after Boat Ramp Fight over Ex-Girlfriend
Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office around 11:23 p.m., August 25 responded to a residence at 3115 Holley Point Road after a report of a 1992 Chevy pickup fire which had resulted in an additional fire to a 2006 Ford F-250. Holley-Navarre Fire District told police they were unable to locate a battery or electrical issue … read more
Holley-Navarre Water System Employees Ready for Release of $40K Forensic Audit Results
Holley-Navarre Water System Employees Ready for Release of $40K Forensic Audit Results
Around 100 employees work for Holley-Navarre Water System and its two subsidiaries, and many of those staffers say they’re eager for the release of results from a forensic audit, hoping it will help put an end to allegations of corruption at their workplace. A draft report of those results has been provided to board members … read more
Top Candidate for Milton City Manager Wants to Negotiate Contract
Top Candidate for Milton City Manager Wants to Negotiate Contract
The City of Milton is trying to replace retiring City Manager Randy Jorgenson, and the council thought it had lost its top candidate for the job. However, Scott Collins on Sunday, Sept. 10 reached back out to say he’s still interested. Collins, who previously served as the City Manager of Fairview, Tennesee, had started the … read more
7th Generation Santa Rosan Pre-files for School Board Race
7th Generation Santa Rosan Pre-files for School Board Race
Oscar Locklin, a 7th generation Santa Rosa County native and great nephew of former late Superintendent of Schools Radford Locklin pre-filed for Santa Rosa County School Board, District 2 on August 24, 2023. Locklin, who describes himself as a Conservative and life-long Republican, is challenging incumbent Elizabeth Hewey, who is affiliated with the Democratic Party. … read more
Updated Active Voter List shows Republicans Remain Super Majority in Santa Rosa County
Updated Active Voter List shows Republicans Remain Super Majority in Santa Rosa County
The Santa Rosa County Supervisor of Elections notice has just completed its annual List Maintenance program. As of September 11, Santa Rosa County has 131,307 active registered voters comprised of the following: 80, 614 Republicans (61.5%) 29,966 Other (22.8%) 20,727 Democrats (15.7%) Per Florida Statute 98.065, Address Confirmation Final Notices were mailed to voters due … read more
Congressman Matt Gaetz Confronts ATF, Alleges Harassment of Gulf Coast Gun Owner Chris Smith
Congressman Matt Gaetz Confronts ATF, Alleges Harassment of Gulf Coast Gun Owner Chris Smith
U.S. Congressman Matt Gaetz (FL-01) was informed September 6 of retaliation and harassment by agents of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) against congressional witness Chris Smith, owner of Gulf Coast Gun in Milton, Florida. Subsequently, Rep. Gaetz sent a letter to ATF Director Steven Dettelbach demanding answers regarding the agency’s targeted … read more
Judge Dismisses Case Against Passenger in Controversial Milton Traffic Stop
Judge Dismisses Case Against Passenger in Controversial Milton Traffic Stop
Michael Holben was hoping to have his day in court to expose what happened when he was arrested January 10 after refusing to provide identification a second time during a traffic stop in which he was a passenger. But today Santa Rosa County Judge Tony Giraud dismissed with prejudice the obstruction of justice charge against … read more
Curtis Golden Leaves Lasting Legacy
Curtis Golden Leaves Lasting Legacy
Curtis A. Golden, 89, of Milton Florida passed away peacefully in his sleep on Sunday September 3, 2023, and went to be with his heavenly father. Curtis is known throughout Florida, where he made history as a family man, prosecutor, businessman and individual of unquestionable integrity. Curtis was born January 16, 1934, to Albert and … read more
Hundreds Sign Petition Against Navarre Connector Road
Hundreds Sign Petition Against Navarre Connector Road
A proposed 6.5-mile connector road aimed to alleviate traffic congestion on U.S. 98 is being opposed by some Holley By The Sea residents. Nearly 400 people have signed a petition against the effort. Santa Rosa County officials have been working on the project for more than a decade, avoiding use of the term “bypass” to … read more
OPINION: Political Newcomers Sign up for 2024 Local Races
OPINION: Political Newcomers Sign up for 2024 Local Races
Some newbies to the local political field have tossed their hats into the ring for the 2024 election cycle. We wish them luck. It’s always encouraging to see someone who wants to be a public servant. The Primary Election is scheduled for August 20, and the General Election will take place November 5, 2024. REGISTERED … read more
