DeSantis Announces $2.8M for Northwest Florida State College
DeSantis Announces $2.8M for Northwest Florida State College
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis on Thursday in Niceville announced more than $2.8 million is being awarded to Northwest Florida State College through the Florida Job Growth Grant Fund to fund a new diesel mechanic technician training program. Diesel mechanics are in-demand both nationally and in Florida. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the … read more
Census Likely to Shift Holley into District Two
Census Likely to Shift Holley into District Two
A map of current district boundaries shows District 2 in pink and District 4 in green. The black arrow points to the Holley community, located just north of Navarre. The 2020 Census data revealed Navarre’s population has grown to more than 40,000 residents, triggering redistricting in order for each of the county’s five districts to … read more
Board Supports Calkins’ Plan to Address Storm Water Problems and Reduce Flood Insurance Premiums
Board Supports Calkins’ Plan to Address Storm Water Problems and Reduce Flood Insurance Premiums
Santa Rosa District 3 Commissioner James Calkins on Tuesday proposed a plan to incorporate more citizen participation in a Flood Mitigation Task Force, identify funding for storm water projects and reduce flood insurance premium costs. The board unanimously supported his idea. Calkins went on to say the county needs to develop a master storm water … read more
Enjoy a Spooktacular Beach-O-Ween on the Pensacola Beach Boardwalk
Enjoy a Spooktacular Beach-O-Ween on the Pensacola Beach Boardwalk
Load up your kids, friends and family and head to Pensacola Beach on Friday, Oct. 22, to enjoy a SPOOKtacular Beach-O-Ween celebration along the Pensacola Beach Boardwalk. The 3rd annual Beach-O-Ween takes place from 4 to 8 p.m. on the boardwalk and is jointly sponsored by the Santa Rosa Island Authority, Visit Pensacola, Pensacola Beach Chamber of … read more
Kevin Brown Prefiles for Escambia County District 2 Race
Kevin Brown Prefiles for Escambia County District 2 Race
Kevin Brown today announced his candidacy for the Escambia County Commission in District 2. The former Senior Legislative Aide to Senator Doug Broxson pledges that his campaign will center on conservative values, community experience, and a strong commitment to Escambia County. “I’m running for County Commissioner because I believe in Escambia County, and I know … read more
County Public Works Director Resigns Amidst Drainage Problems
County Public Works Director Resigns Amidst Drainage Problems
Jack Russell, president of Spanish Trace Estates Homeowners Association, used a shovel to clean out overgrown storm water drainage ditches to alleviate flooding last week in his subdivision. Photo by Romi White. After recent widespread flooding problems and a failure to apply for critical state road funding earlier this year, it came as no surprise … read more
Church plans free rodeo and fireworks at East Milton area
Church plans free rodeo and fireworks at East Milton area
Pace Assembly of God will host its inaugural Pace Family Fest from 6-9 p.m., Saturday, November 6 Family Fest at June Ates Arena in East Milton. The event will feature four professional bull riders plus junior bull riders and barrell racing with members of the Southeastern Youth Rodeo Association. Concessions will be available during the … read more
Mosley splashes Raider homecoming 30-7
Mosley splashes Raider homecoming 30-7
Mosley defenders converge in the backfield, trapping a scrambling Raider quarterback Kyle Chambers. Photo by Stuart Camp. The Mosley Dolphins ran their unbeaten season record to seven games with a 30-7 victory against Navarre in Russell Stadium. Raider defenders held Mosley to it’s lowest point total of the season, as they had outscored their previous … read more
State Board of Education Sanctions School Districts for Failure to Follow the Law
State Board of Education Sanctions School Districts for Failure to Follow the Law
Due to school districts’ persistent violations of students’ and families’ educational and privacy rights, including literally barring many students with special needs from a free and appropriate public education, today the State Board of Education (SBOE) authorized Commissioner of Education Richard Corcoran to financially sanction the salaries of elected school board bureaucrats in eight school … read more
More Vendors than Ever for Boo at the Zoo
More Vendors than Ever for Boo at the Zoo
Boo at the Zoo offers family fun for all ages and includes more than 50 vendors along the trick or treat trail. Photo courtesy Gulf Breeze Zoo. Boo at the Zoo is an annual family friendly event at Gulf Breeze Zoo, and this year’s festival will feature more vendors than ever along the trick or … read more
