Hill calls state party leaders “Fake Republicans”
Hill calls state party leaders “Fake Republicans”
Florida House District 1 Representative Mike Hill has bashed state Republican leaders in a pro-life Facebook group in which members also made homophobic remarks. Spence Rogers, creator of the “Florida Pro Life Group” and president at Go Right Strategies, Inc., added Hill to the group. “I will run both the heartbeat detection bill and the … read more
Gulf Breeze student recognized as one of Florida’s top STEM scholars
Gulf Breeze student recognized as one of Florida’s top STEM scholars
Florida Education Commissioner Richard Corcoran on June 13 recognized 103 of Florida’s highest-achieving 11th grade STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) students, including Bickston Laenger of Gulf Breeze High School, at the 2019 Sunshine State Scholars conference. With a focus on Florida’s workforce needs, the conference highlights the wide variety of high-demand, high-wage STEM jobs … read more
DeSantis signs sanctuary cities ban into law in Shalimar
DeSantis signs sanctuary cities ban into law in Shalimar
A standing-room-only crowd filled the Okaloosa County Commission chambers to witness Governor Ron DeSantis sign SB 168, the Federal Immigration Enforcement bill, into law. The bill prohibits state and local governments from having sanctuary policies in effect and requires such entities to support and cooperate with federal immigration enforcement. “Earlier this year, I made a … read more
Utility pole replacement to cause overnight lane closures in Gulf Breeze
Utility pole replacement to cause overnight lane closures in Gulf Breeze
Gulf Power will be replacing a transmission pole overnight Tuesday in Gulf Breeze that will require a lane closure. The right-hand lane on U.S. 98 West in Gulf Breeze and the turn lane at 1196 Gulf Breeze Parkway — just east of the Gulf Breeze Hospital entrance — will be closed Tuesday, June 18 … read more
Official plans submitted for new Navarre school
Official plans submitted for new Navarre school
Graphic created by Romi White (disclaimer: plans subject to revision pending bid alternates and graphic was not created in conjunction with design professionals contracted by the district) Submitted building elevation The Santa Rosa County School District last week submitted floor plans for a combined elementary and middle school to be constructed off Elkhart Drive in … read more
Progress in Paradise – Pullum Real Estate celebrates 50 years in business
Progress in Paradise – Pullum Real Estate celebrates 50 years in business
Navarre resident and successful realtor Bart Pullum couldn’t imagine calling anywhere else home. As a third generation Navarre Pullum he’s not only passionate about the area but also carries on the family vision to help it grow and prosper. Bart is proud to share how his family put down roots and helped to grow this … read more
Center for Independent Living seeks public input on strategic plan
Center for Independent Living seeks public input on strategic plan
The Center for Independent Living of Northwest Florida is seeking public input on a strategic plan to improve services for people with disabilities in northwest Florida. Eight public meetings will be held in the region, two in Santa Rosa County: Mon., Jun. 17, 2 to 4 p.m. Santa Rosa County Administrative Center Board Room 6495 Caroline St. in Milton Mon., … read more
Eglin’s Natural Resources Management wins conservation award
Eglin’s Natural Resources Management wins conservation award
An Eglin wildland firefighter lights up straw to create a fire around a simulated helicopter crash prior to a mass casualty exercise Oct. 3 at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. The community-wide exercise deep in the Eglin range encompassed 96th Test Wing first responders, 6th Ranger Training Battalion personnel and Okaloosa County first responders among … read more
Gulf Power Foundation to award nearly $1 million in grants
Gulf Power Foundation to award nearly $1 million in grants
Gulf Power Foundation on Friday, June 14 will host a celebration for 36 organizations selected to receive nearly $1 million in Amplify! Northwest Florida grants. Amplify! Northwest Florida, a one-time grant opportunity funded by the Gulf Power Foundation, supports nonprofit organizations in continuing to implement effective programs within the utility’s service area. The Amplify! grants … read more
Navarre Beach Ambassador training June 17
Navarre Beach Ambassador training June 17
Santa Rosa County’s UF/IFAS Extension Office is hosting its second year of the Navarre Beach Ambassadors, in which volunteers will learn more about beach safety, wildlife and habitats. The office is seeking new volunteers who are interested in interacting with the local and visitor communities. “This is a fun opportunity to get out on the … read more
