County Promoting From Within for Development Services Director for Building Inspections
County Promoting From Within for Development Services Director for Building Inspections
Santa Rosa County has posted an internal job posting for a Development Services Director in the Building Inspections Department. The salary range is $79,040 to $134,555.20 annually, depending on qualifications. During Thursday’s County Commissioners work session a discussion is planned to discuss the current conditions related to building permits/inspections and steps that have been taken … read more
Seashore to Conduct Lionfish Research May 22 at Fort Pickens Area
Seashore to Conduct Lionfish Research May 22 at Fort Pickens Area
The current state record for a lionfish is 18.19 inches, and it was caught in Destin Gulf Islands National Seashore will conduct lionfish research in the water west of the Fort Pickens fishing pier between sunrise to noon, May 22, 2021. A total of four survey dives will be conducted between May and October 2021 … read more
Three Appointed to Northwest Florida Water Management District Governing Board
Three Appointed to Northwest Florida Water Management District Governing Board
Governor Ron DeSantis on Friday announced the appointment of Jerome “Jerry” Pate, Anna Upton and John Alter to the Northwest Florida Water Management District Governing Board. Jerome “Jerry” Pate Pate, of Pensacola, is the owner of Jerry Pate Turf and Irrigation and Jerry Pate Design. He is a former professional golfer with 15 professional … read more
Milton Splash Pad Opens for the Season
Milton Splash Pad Opens for the Season
The Milton Splash Pad at Carpenter’s Park will open for the season at 10 a.m., Saturday, May 15. The Splash Pad will be open 10 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., Tuesday – Sunday, from May 15 through September 15. The Splash Pad is closed on Mondays for maintenance. The City’s Splash Pad is located in Carpenter’s … read more
Commissioners Vote to Formally Reprimand County Administrator
Commissioners Vote to Formally Reprimand County Administrator
A heated exchange took place between Commission Chairman Dave Piech and Businessman Chris Smith, who called for the board to fire Schebler. But commissioners instead voted to issue a reprimand and explore a third-party investigation into the matter. Photo by Romi White Santa Rosa County Commissioners last night voted to formally reprimand County Administrator Dan … read more
Santa Rosa County Celebrates Expansion of Gulf Cable
Santa Rosa County Celebrates Expansion of Gulf Cable
Santa Rosa County plans to announce a 10 a.m., Tuesday, May 18 groundbreaking for Project Atlas, which in December was revealed to be a 160,000-square-foot expansion of Gulf Cable, located in Santa Rosa Industrial Park in East Milton. “I am thankful that we have more high-paying jobs coming to Santa Rosa County,” said District 1 … read more
Parker Takes Stand Against Santa Rosa County’s “Disturbing” Dishonesty
Parker Takes Stand Against Santa Rosa County’s “Disturbing” Dishonesty
District 1 Commissioner Sam Parker last night took a stand against the dishonesty which has been plaguing Santa Rosa County and its Board of County Commissioners. Back in December, the county locked a public boat ramp and some officials, including current Commission Chairman Dave Piech and District 4 Commissioner Colten Wright, presented and/or supported a … read more
Beach Chamber to Host 2021 Blessing of the Beach
Beach Chamber to Host 2021 Blessing of the Beach
The public is invited to the “Blessing of the Beach” at 6 p.m., Thursday, May 20. The event will take place just east of the Navarre Beach Fishing Pier. “We are thankful for the beauty of Navarre Beach, and wish for our community to join us as we bless the beach for the beauty that … read more
DeSantis Signs Legislation to Expand School Choice Options
DeSantis Signs Legislation to Expand School Choice Options
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis today signed House Bill 7045 that will provide more education opportunities for children from low-income families and students with unique abilities. The bill expands eligibility for low-income students, and prioritizes military, foster, and adopted students. “This legislation creates historical levels of flexibility in both schooling and educational services for millions … read more
Navarre Teen Faces Life in Prison After Deadly Carjacking Attempt
Navarre Teen Faces Life in Prison After Deadly Carjacking Attempt
A Navarre teen has been charged with felony murder after a carjacking attempt backfired and the would-be victim wounded her and killed her alleged accomplice, who was 16. Following a hospital stay, Jennifer Elizabeth Marie Broxson, 18, was booked May 5 into Santa Rosa County Jail on the second-degree felony murder charge plus carjacking, … read more
