Fighting to save lives
Fighting to save lives
Navarre Beach Fire Rescue Chief Danny Fureigh fights against rough surf to launch the department’s jet ski during a May 2 training with Santa Rosa County Lifeguards Navarre Beach Fire Rescue Chief Danny Fureigh assumed his new position January 5 and started pushing for life safety changes aimed to reduce the number of drownings at … read more
Operation Spring Cleaning nets 24 pounds of drugs
Operation Spring Cleaning nets 24 pounds of drugs
Santa Rosa County Sheriff Bob Johnson today announced his agency worked with 35 other Sheriff’s Offices throughout the state, targeting high crime and narcotics areas during Operation Spring Cleaning, which resulted in nearly 5,000 arrests, including 52 local arrests. “We did a great thing by getting people and drugs off the street,” Johnson said, pointing … read more
Carry-on screening increases at VPS Airport
Carry-on screening increases at VPS Airport
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has announced the implementation of enhanced screening procedures for carry-on luggage as part of an overall effort to raise the standards for aviation security across the country. TSA encourages all passengers to arrive at the airport no less than two hours prior to flight departure for all domestic travel. According … read more
Lunch for a Cause to benefit Marine Science Station
Lunch for a Cause to benefit Marine Science Station
The Greater Navarre Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting a June 7 fundraiser for NW Florida E.D.G.E, the nonprofit organization which oversees the Navarre Beach Marine Science Station and future Gulf Coast Discovery Center, which is planned for construction. “We will have guest hibachi chefs, along with real ones, great food and fun, and an … read more
Springtime spurs activity for Florida black bears
Springtime spurs activity for Florida black bears
As spring temperatures warm, bears are becoming more active, which increases opportunities for conflicts with people. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) reminds Florida residents and visitors they can take steps to reduce negative interactions with bears and other wildlife. “Bears are starting to come out of their winter dens and they’re searching … read more
Two beach volleyball students land scholarships
Two beach volleyball students land scholarships
Local beach volleyball Coach Judd Smith is riding high following news that two of his players have been awarded college scholarships. Olivia Hepworth, a senior at Gulf Breeze High School, will be attending the University of Southern Mississippi and playing volleyball. “I told (Smith) I’d like to attend Southern, and he called the coach. The … read more
Suspicious persons report leads to drug bust
Suspicious persons report leads to drug bust
A Santa Rosa County deputy was dispatched April 29 to the Circle K store located at 3438 Gulf Breeze Parkway for a report of suspicious persons. It was reported two females were in the restroom for more than one hour. The reporting person advised the females appeared to be under the influence of alcohol or … read more
School board candidate drops out of race
School board candidate drops out of race
A candidate for Santa Rosa County School board today confirmed they are planning to officially withdraw from the District 5 race. Liz Horton told South Santa Rosa News this morning that she is withdrawing from the race to unseat incumbent Scott Peden. Last week the Santa Rosa Professional Educators announced they were endorsing challenger Wei … read more
FWC approves statewide changes to tripletail and sheepshead management
FWC approves statewide changes to tripletail and sheepshead management
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) during its April meeting in Fort Lauderdale approved several changes to the management of tripletail and sheepshead. The changes will go into effect July 1, 2018, and include: Tripletail: Increasing the minimum size limit from 15 to 18 inches total length. Extending all of the FWC’s recreational and … read more
Teachers’ union announces school board candidate endorsements
Teachers’ union announces school board candidate endorsements
Santa Rosa Professional Educators, the local teachers’ union, today announced their candidate endorsements for school board races: Linda Sanborn, District 1; Kenny Long, District 3; and Wei Ueberschaer, District 5. “Our decision was made based on our evaluation of which candidates would be most aligned with the interests of our membership and would be most receptive … read more
