SPOUT OFF – County staffer pens “Trolls and Their Toll” research paper while on county clock

Posted on October 21, 2019 by OPINION

  • SPOUT OFF – County staffer pens “Trolls and Their Toll” research paper while on county clock

    Posted: Monday, October 21

    Santa Rosa County Public Information Officer Brandi Bates wrote the following research paper entitled “Trolls and Their Toll on the Social Media Bridge of Communications.” “The paper was from my three week FEMA Master PIO course,” Bates said, noting FEMA paid for flights, bus and lodging. Bates, however, admitted she was on the county clock … read more

    • South Santa Rosa News announces a new weekly feature

    Posted on October 21, 2019 by Romi White

  • South Santa Rosa News announces a new weekly feature

    Posted: Monday, October 21

    South Santa Rosa News is launching a new feature called “Just Asking!” It will appear online and in our opinion page and is designed to be an interactive watchdog effort. Readers can submit questions about possible local government waste to info@ssrnews.com. For the debut we are asking why a county budget office employee, Henry Brewton, … read more

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    • New business could bring 90 jobs to East Milton

    Posted on October 19, 2019 by Romi White

  • New business could bring 90 jobs to East Milton

    Posted: Saturday, October 19

    Lovell Government Services, a veteran-owned, Pensacola-based company, is seeking to buy 8 acres in the county-owned Northwest Florida Industrial Park @ I-10, located on Highway 87 South. The expansion would reportedly bring 90 new jobs to the area. Chris Lovell, Major USMC Retired, in 2013 started the company, which assists businesses which are interested in … read more

    • Michigan Sex Offender sentenced to life for traveling to Destin to have sex with a child

    Posted on October 18, 2019 by Staff reports

  • Michigan Sex Offender sentenced to life for traveling to Destin to have sex with a child

    Posted: Friday, October 18

    Ronald Roscoe, 56, of Traverse City, Michigan, was sentenced in federal court today to life in prison for attempted enticement of a minor, travel with intent to engage in illicit sexual conduct, and transporting material involving sexual exploitation of minors. The sentenced was announced by Lawrence Keefe, United States Attorney for the Northern District of … read more

    • Chamber to host inaugural Trunk or Treat

    Posted on October 16, 2019 by Romi White

  • Chamber to host inaugural Trunk or Treat

    Posted: Wednesday, October 16

    The Greater Navarre Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting its inaugural Trunk or Treat event from 4-7 p.m., on Tuesday, October 29 at the Navarre Conference Center. “This is a great opportunity to connect with our community and promote your business or organization while bringing joy to hundreds of children,” said CEO TJ Goulet. According … read more

    • Utility CEO under fire for changing organization chart

    Posted on October 16, 2019 by Romi White

  • Utility CEO under fire for changing organization chart

    Posted: Wednesday, October 16

    Holley-Navarre Water System CEO Rob Williamson was accused of overstepping his authority during Tuesday night’s board meeting when it was revealed to the membership that he had restructured the utility’s organization chart. Board members Will Goulet and Daryl Lynchard engaged in a heated debate with fellow board member Yvonne Harper, who defended Williamson’s action. The … read more

    • Zoning board members accused of retaliatory recommendation

    Posted on October 16, 2019 by Romi White

  • Zoning board members accused of retaliatory recommendation

    Posted: Wednesday, October 16

    Zoning board member Don Richards, a District 5 appointee, and Jeremy Reeder, a District 1 appointee,  pictured laughing during sarcastic comments in the October 10 meeting video. Three Santa Rosa County zoning board members are under scrutiny following comments they made ahead of a controversial October 10 recommendation, which some citizens say was revenge for … read more

    • A Wedding to Remember at SpringHill Suites by Marriott®

    Posted on October 15, 2019 by ADVERTORIAL

  • A Wedding to Remember at SpringHill Suites by Marriott®

    Posted: Tuesday, October 15

    There’s nothing more magical than a wedding and being witness to two special people who have fallen in love and chosen to make a new life together. From the couple’s first kiss, to the proposal and ultimately the wedding, these are all memories that will be treasured for a lifetime. Planning the “Big Day” is … read more