Local band releases album
Local band releases album
MadLovE front man and Pensacola native Terrence “Tee” Williams, aka Precise, likes to say he plays the esophagus. The band’s vocalist first took the stage at 10 with his brothers, then moved on to writing and performing on his own. “I started writing when I was 18,” Williams recounts. “I just wrote poetry, what I … read more
Navarre High students raise money for sick teacher
Navarre High students raise money for sick teacher
Pocket change from students went a long way for one Navarre High School coach and teacher who has been missing from the Raider hallways. “Coach” Rob Simon, a Raider Science educator and Girls’ Varsity Soccer coach was given the surprise of a lifetime when students at NHS banded together to help raise money for the … read more
South Santa Rosa News has job openings!
South Santa Rosa News has job openings!
South Santa Rosa News is seeking experienced, professional writers who practice AP Style. Freelance writers are encouraged to apply. We’re also looking for part-time support staff to assist with layout using Adobe software, specifically InDesign. Additionally, we’re searching for salespersons. Forward resumes to publisher@southsantarosanews.com. https://www.journalismjobs.com/job-listings/1624701
Commission to discuss penny sales tax
Commission to discuss penny sales tax
Monday morning, Santa Rosa County Commissioners will further discuss plans to add a one-cent sales tax to next year’s ballot. Commissioners say they need the additional tax for Sheriff’s Office equipment, parks and recreation facilities, stormwater projects and a new courthouse. Earlier this year, County Administrator Hunter Walker proposed the board increase revenues by … read more
Fourth candidate prefiles in Sheriff’s race
Fourth candidate prefiles in Sheriff’s race
Henry “Hank” Shirah, Director of Public Safety/Chief of Police for Pensacola State College, has prefiled as a candidate for Santa Rosa County Sheriff. Sheriff Wendell Hall announced he will not seek re-election, and Shirah is the fourth candidate to sign up for the race. Hall has endorsed Major Bob Johnson, a 22-year veteran of the … read more
Commissioner Cole missed Oct. 2 court hearing
Commissioner Cole missed Oct. 2 court hearing
Santa Rosa County Commissioner Bob Cole did not show up for his Oct. 2 mandatory court hearing related to a Sunshine Law violation charge. Assistant State Attorney Greg Marcille reports Cole called the court to advise he would be unable to make the appearance before County Judge Jose Giraud. The non-criminal violation charge was filed … read more
City hosting public hearing on utility increase
City hosting public hearing on utility increase
The City of Gulf Breeze is expected to hold a Public Hearing on an increase in water and sewer rates and a 3 percent surcharge for South Santa Rosa Utility customers at their Monday City Council meeting. After the hearing, the City council could implement the utility bill increase and make it effective as soon … read more
Motorist takes out Navarre Dog park fence
Motorist takes out Navarre Dog park fence
UPDATE – Oct. 2: The fence has been repaired. An unidentified motorist took out the dog park fence located on High School Boulevard in Navarre Sunday night, and the county is waiting to find out further details about the incident. A county worker was spotted at the large dog park Monday morning assessing the damage … read more
Drunk driver strikes GB digital sign – again
Drunk driver strikes GB digital sign – again
A motorist, who admitted to drinking alcohol, was to blame for knocking out the City of Gulf Breeze digital reader board early Monday morning. This was the second time in a little over two years that a person driving under the influence took out the sign. Back in April 2013, a drunk Gulf Breeze driver … read more
PHOTO OF THE WEEK
PHOTO OF THE WEEK
Talented local photographer John Starrett captured this stunning sunset yesterday at Navarre Beach Fishing Pier. Like his page Jonmonfish Imagery on Facebook!
