Gulf Breeze Chamber to Resume In-Person Networking
Gulf Breeze Chamber to Resume In-Person Networking
The Gulf Breeze Area Chamber has made the decision to return to in-person networking events and gatherings. Grace Arneault, president/CEO, made the announcement early this morning. “If the pandemic has taught us anything, it is the true value of connection,” Arneault said. “We have appreciated your continued support and participation in the Chamber over … read more
City of Milton Seeks Appointees in Aftermath of Two Council Member Resignations
City of Milton Seeks Appointees in Aftermath of Two Council Member Resignations
During the past five days, two members of the Milton City Council have abruptly resigned, prompting the city to seek applicants for appointees to complete the remainder of their respective terms, which both end in 2022. Ward 4 Seat 1 Councilwoman Sharon Holley resigned on Thursday, March 18, and Ward 3 Seat 1 Councilman George … read more
County Revisits City of Milton’s Wastewater “Crisis”
County Revisits City of Milton’s Wastewater “Crisis”
5,000 petitioners opposed the proposed new location to discharge treated effluent via a rapid infiltration basin system so close to Cooper Basin, a known breeding habitat for Gulf Sturgeon. Santa Rosa County Commissioners are suggesting the City of Milton ask the state, not the county, for land on which to construct a rapid infiltration basin … read more
Mississippi Man Shot on U.S. 98 in Okaloosa County
Mississippi Man Shot on U.S. 98 in Okaloosa County
The Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting on Highway 98 on Okaloosa Island this afternoon that sent a Mississippi man to the hospital. A deputy making an unrelated traffic stop heard the gunshot and saw a white truck in the westbound lanes speed away as a man outside another white truck fell to … read more
New Charges Announced in Alleged Panhandle Public Corruption Case
New Charges Announced in Alleged Panhandle Public Corruption Case
Two more people have been arrested in an ongoing case of alleged public corruption in the City of Lynn Haven, located in Bay County. Additionally, the former mayor now faces additional charges. A new 44-count federal grand jury indictment announced March 16 supersedes an August 2020 indictment, which resulted in charges against former Mayor Margo … read more
Santa Rosa County Tourism Office Announces Fun-filled April Events
Santa Rosa County Tourism Office Announces Fun-filled April Events
The Santa Rosa County Tourist Development Office has announced April events in Santa Rosa County, including the following: Bands on the Blackwater Spring Series – 5158 Willing St., Milton. Bands on the Blackwater is a free outdoor spring and fall concert series held Friday nights in downtown Milton. Pull up your boat or bring a lawn … read more
Santa Rosa Tourism Council Recommends $200K Additional Funds for Island Amphitheater
Santa Rosa Tourism Council Recommends $200K Additional Funds for Island Amphitheater
Ideas for future projects on Navarre Beach were recently presented to county commissioners. Islanders and local business owners spoke out against pursuing such amenities without citizen input, so the Tourist Development Council this morning formed a committee aimed to engage citizens in related decisions. Santa Rosa County graphic. The Santa Rosa County Tourist Development Council … read more
Speakers to Address Local Water Issues
Speakers to Address Local Water Issues
A Zoom discussion about water equity, access and quality is planned for March 19 ahead of World Water Day on March 22. “(World Water Day) is about what water means to people, its true value and how we can better protect this vital resource,” said Mary Gutierrez, executive director for Earth Ethics, Inc. Speakers during … read more
State Representative Williamson announces 2021 Art Competition Winners
State Representative Williamson announces 2021 Art Competition Winners
Rep. Williamson displays first place winners’ artwork from Corrine Schnitzler (left) and Sophia Bullman (right) at his Tallahassee office located in the Florida Capitol. Submitted photo. Florida House District 3 Representative Jayer Williamson last week announced the winners of his 2021 legislative session “Why I Love Northwest Florida” art competition. More than 80 entries were … read more
Feeding the Gulf Coast Distributed 38M Pounds of Food During First Year of Pandemic
Feeding the Gulf Coast Distributed 38M Pounds of Food During First Year of Pandemic
One year after the World Health Organization declared a global state of emergency, Feeding the Gulf Coast reflects on its response to the pandemic. The food bank distributed over 33 million meals last year to those in need along the Central Gulf Coast. This includes over 38 million pounds of food and water through over … read more
