Couple with ties to Mexican cartels arrested after drug raid at their Holley home
Couple with ties to Mexican cartels arrested after drug raid at their Holley home
Miguel and Lucilma Santana, who bought a home in Holley in June, were arrested A multi-year investigation led to the September 29 raid on a Holley couple’s home and the out-of-state arrests of Miguel and Lucilma Santana, who were described by Indiana authorities as “major players” in dealing methamphetamine with ties to Mexican drug cartels. … read more
New Tropical Depression forms
New Tropical Depression forms
A new tropical depression has formed in the southwestern Caribbean Sea. The first advisory for the Tropical Depression 16 was issued at 10 a.m. CST. by the National Hurricane Center. “The system is forecast to continue strengthening over the Gulf of Mexico and could affect portions of the northern Gulf Coast as a hurricane this … read more
Holley-Navarre Fire Fighters to “Fill the Boot” for Muscular Dystrophy
Holley-Navarre Fire Fighters to “Fill the Boot” for Muscular Dystrophy
During the 2017 MDA Fill the Boot campaign, the dedicated members of the Holley-Navarre Fire District and Professional Fire Fighters Association Local, #4695 took to the Local Wal-Mart to help kids and adults with muscular dystrophy, ALS and related life-threatening diseases live longer and grow stronger. Through October 7th more than $4227.00 was raised to … read more
Florida Highway Patrols hosts career fair
Florida Highway Patrols hosts career fair
In an effort to fill the Highway Patrol vacant positions we are planning to hold recruitment screenings at the below locations. The Career Fair will assist potential applicants in processing and screening for the application process. We plan on targeting individuals who meet the minimum qualifications set by the Florida Highway Patrol. This initiative is … read more
Suspected fugitive meth dealer in Houston jail
Suspected fugitive meth dealer in Houston jail
UPDATE: Santana was captured and booked yesterday into the City of Houston jail in Texas. The Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s office SWAT, Narcotics Unit and Major Crimes Detectives executed a judge signed search warrant around 6 a.m. at 3286 Hwy 87 in Navarre, shutting down the northbound lane of the road for a brief period … read more
Fugitive wanted for fleeing Sheriff nabbed overnight
Fugitive wanted for fleeing Sheriff nabbed overnight
Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office last night booked wanted fugitive Michael Dakota Austin. ORIGINAL STORY FROM AUGUST 11 Santa Rosa County Sheriff Bob Johnson this afternoon was traveling northbound on Hwy. 87 S when he initiated a traffic stop for a tag which had been expired for 13 years. But the suspect, Michael Austin, who … read more
Raid on suspected meth dealer’s Holley compound
Raid on suspected meth dealer’s Holley compound
This morning at 6:00 am, the Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s office SWAT, Narcotics Unit and Major Crimes Detectives executed a judge signed search warrant at 3286 Hwy 87 in Navarre. Sheriff’s Office Investigators were searching for: Miguel P. Santana – Hispanic Male – 53 Years of Age 5’5” tall 250 Lbs. Brown Hair and Eyes. … read more
Search warrant shuts down 87 S in Holley
Search warrant shuts down 87 S in Holley
The Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Department earlier this morning executed a search warrant in the Holley community on Hwy. 87 S, shutting down the northbound lane of the road for a brief period of time. The warrant was executed at 3280 Hwy. 87 S on a roughly 1.8-acre parcel owned by Miguel and Lucilma Santana. … read more
Special Needs Trunk-or-Treat coming to Navarre!
Special Needs Trunk-or-Treat coming to Navarre!
Emerald Coast Exceptional Families is hosting their first ever Special Needs Trunk-or-Treat on Saturday, October 28th from 4:00-7:00 in Harvest Village, Navarre. All ages of special needs children and their families are welcome! Costumes are optional but encouraged. To RSVP, please visit our website at www.emeraldcoastexceptionalfamilies.org. For many special needs families, traditional trick-or-treating is very … read more
Bears become more active in fall
Bears become more active in fall
With the arrival of autumn, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is reminding residents of Florida what they can do to help prevent conflicts with black bears. During this time of year, bear appetites increase as they begin to prepare for the upcoming winter. To be ready for the leaner winter months, bears … read more