SRSO seeks info on computer thefts
SRSO seeks info on computer thefts
The Santa Rosa Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help in identifying a person or persons who allegedly stole two computers from the Tiger Point Walmart back in August. One of the computers was seen being taken on August 4, and then another on August 6. The SRSO is unsure of whether the same suspect … read more
Teen pleads guilty in DUI manslaughter case
Teen pleads guilty in DUI manslaughter case
A Navarre man who crossed a median and hit an SUV head on, killing the driver, back on July 7, 2014 has entered a guilty plea to DUI manslaughter and DUI with Property Damage. The plea was made last week by the Navarre man, Keanu Medina. Medina faces up to 16 years in prison for … read more
Eglin AFB recreation permits now available online
Eglin AFB recreation permits now available online
Beginning Sept. 15, 2015, people who use Eglin to get closer to nature will have an easier path to get their outdoor fix. A new web-based electronic permit system, called iSportsman, will debut online Sept. 15 and brings a slew of changes for the more than 17,000 permit holders of Eglin’s Outdoor Recreation Program, managed … read more
State legislators want to hear from locals
State legislators want to hear from locals
Some state laws and mandates start with citizens reaching out to state legislators for assistance. Toward that end, members of Santa Rosa County’s state legislative delegation are hosting a public hearing from Tuesday, leading up to the 2016 Regular Session. The delegation, which consists of Senator Greg Evers, Representative Doug Broxson and Representative Mike Hill, … read more
TDC back and forth on open position
TDC back and forth on open position
The Santa Rosa County Tourist Development Council Board members met in Navarre on Wednesday to discuss spikes in tourism, but mainly focused their discussions on the two spots on the board that will be vacated in October. There two openings, held currently by Jack Sanborn and Mike Loera, have a 4-year term which begins at … read more
Weeks expected to depart GBHS for new opportunity
Weeks expected to depart GBHS for new opportunity
Gulf Breeze High School Principal Jason Weeks will be saying his goodbyes to his Dolphin family next month after he was recently offered a position as Director of High Schools with the Santa Rosa County School District. The principal, who has served as the Dolphin’s head honcho for 5 years, will be commuting up to … read more
HNPS students earn first place in national DuPont Challenge
HNPS students earn first place in national DuPont Challenge
Holley-Navarre Primary School’s gifted ACES class, facilitated by Pamela Gadboys recently won first place for the second grade division in the national DuPont Challenge, a hands-on science writing competition. The challenge encouraged students in Kindergarten through 5th grade to “explore ways to make the world a healthier, safer, better place for ourselves and for future … read more
SR School District: West to remain at HNMS
SR School District: West to remain at HNMS
“We want to do what’s in the best interest of the children.” Those words came from Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources for the Santa Rosa County School District Connie Carnley regarding the recent arrest of a Holley-Navarre Middle School teacher who was recently booked on battery charges against her boyfriend– for the second time this … read more
Gulf Breeze outscores Northview, 56-24
Gulf Breeze outscores Northview, 56-24
Gulf Breeze fell behind early but the Dolphins’ inexorable offense gradually overwhelmed host Northview in a 56-24 high school football win Friday in Bratt. “Our kids just stayed the course,” Gulf Breeze coach Chris Nemith said. “There was a point in the game when the momentum started to change, going to Northview a little bit, … read more
Hundreds flock to Argos scrimmage
Hundreds flock to Argos scrimmage
Dr. Judy Bense wore a proud grin. The University of West Florida president was one of about 200 fans gathered around the University Park practice field Saturday to watch the Argonaut’s first-ever football scrimmage. “It feels like it’s real,” Bense said. She made bringing college football to Pensacola a priority when she became president in … read more
