County considers water safety merger
County considers water safety merger
Santa Rosa County public safety officials have been working on a potential merger of Navarre Beach Fire Rescue and county life guard operations (photo courtesy Santa Rosa County Emergency Management). Navarre Beach Fire Rescue Chief Danny Fureigh this week submitted a proposal to Santa Rosa County, seeking for his department to take over life guard … read more
Two new firefighters join Holley-Navarre Fire Department
Two new firefighters join Holley-Navarre Fire Department
Pictured left to right: HNFD Battalion Chief Howie Rounsaville, firefighters Ritter and White and Chief Ron Norton Holley-Navarre Fire Department is proud to announce the addition of 2 new firefighters to their team as part of their initiative to improve staffing levels and better serve the community. HNFD tested and interviewed applicants in June for our … read more
Governor urges counties to protect public beach accesses
Governor urges counties to protect public beach accesses
Governor Rick Scott on July 12 issued Executive Order 18-202, which urges Florida counties to protect public beach access and directs the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to support these efforts. The executive order specifically calls on counties to not limit access to beaches. In March, Governor Scott signed HB 631, sponsored by Senator Kathleen Passidomo … read more
Santa Rosa County’s Big Sister of the Year announced
Santa Rosa County’s Big Sister of the Year announced
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida announces that Big Sister Noelle Strevig has been selected as the Santa Rosa County Big of the Year. Big Brothers Big Sisters staff chose Noelle for this honor because she is so consistent and supportive of her Little Sister Kennidi, according to a press release. Noelle and … read more
Local business sponsors “Devices for Disabilities”
Local business sponsors “Devices for Disabilities”
Pictured with a recycling station are ECEF President Kendra Booth and Cellular Nerd Owner Eric Vines Emerald Coast Exceptional Families has partnered with Cellular Nerd to provide “Devices for Disabilities.” Cellular Nerd repairs or recycles donated devices and gives them new lives with special needs children. ECEF is facilitating the program by working with the … read more
Recreational red snapper season closes July 21
Recreational red snapper season closes July 21
If you haven’t made it out yet, the red snapper season for recreational anglers fishing from private vessels and for charter captains who do not have a federal reef fish permit is open through July 20, closing July 21. The federal season for for-hire operations with federal reef fish permits is open through July 21, closing July … read more
Navarre Beach Fire Rescue awarded $24,725 from Firehouse Subs Foundation
Navarre Beach Fire Rescue awarded $24,725 from Firehouse Subs Foundation
A 2017 regional training for extrication equipment at R&R Salvage in Navarre (South Santa Rosa News File Photo) Navarre Beach Fire Rescue last week announced the department had received a $24,725 grant award from the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation for new TNT extrication equipment. This new equipment will include new state of the art … read more
Police catch man “thrusting” woman
Police catch man “thrusting” woman
A Gulf Breeze Police Department officer on July 4 noticed a black Toyota Tacoma parked on the side of the road at the entrance to AppRiver. The officer reported that when he pulled his patrol vehicle next to the driver’s side he could see the driver/suspect “thrusting” with the passenger/suspect laying down in the passenger … read more
County offers event sponsorships
County offers event sponsorships
Are you hosting an event that has historically brought in visitors from out of town? Does your event highlight local sports, culture, recreation, entertainment or education? If so, the Santa Rosa County Tourist Development Office may have funds available to help with your event promotion. Event sponsorship funding may only be used for advertising expenses … read more
FWC seeks input on land-based shark fishing
FWC seeks input on land-based shark fishing
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is gathering public input on shore-based shark fishing. Share your thoughts on the future management of this fishery by attending a public workshop. Workshops start at 6 p.m. local time: July 18: Bradenton, State College of Florida, Library and Learning Center – Together Manatee Community Room, 5840 … read more
