Senate passes Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Public Safety Act
Senate passes Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Public Safety Act
The Florida Senate today in a 20-18 vote passed Senate Bill 7026, The Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Public Safety Act. The legislation represents a comprehensive approach to addressing the issues presented by the tragedy at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, including firearm and school safety, and community mental health resources. “The … read more
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida launches ‘March Matchness’ Campaign
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida launches ‘March Matchness’ Campaign
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida is launching a volunteer recruitment campaign during the month of March called ‘March Matchness’. This basketball-themed campaign aims to recruit thirty new volunteers in a thirty-day period. Playing off the term ‘March Madness’, the agency hopes to engage potential volunteers from Pensacola to Panama City by getting … read more
PENSACON 2018
PENSACON 2018
Jr. Reporter Will Muller pictured with two Power Rangers at PENSACON 2018 Since 2015 my dad and I have traveled to Pensacola for Pensacon. My dad didn’t know what he was in for! I still remember the first year we attended, the Cosplay outfits, people and the amount of vendors opened my dad’s eyes up! … read more
New access mat will make Navarre Beach more accessible for disabled persons
New access mat will make Navarre Beach more accessible for disabled persons
Santa Rosa County is investing $8200 in a beach access Mobi-Mat aimed to make visiting Navarre Beach more user friendly for disabled persons and their families. Local mom Leah Cortello said she and her family are thrilled about the mat. Her son, Kaden, depends on his wheelchair for transportation. “As residents of … read more
Warrick scores back-to-back wins
Warrick scores back-to-back wins
Tally Warrick, driver of the #20 Pure Stock from Chumuckla, sponsored by Navarre Auto Repair, was able to pull off a double win last weekend at Southern Raceway. Will Goulet, Owner of Navarre Auto Repair put up a challenge to Warrick, stating that if the driver could win both nights in a row he would … read more
Deceased sea turtle found on Navarre Beach
Deceased sea turtle found on Navarre Beach
Photo credit Anchor Photography Navarre resident Linda Johnson this morning discovered a decreased sea turtle on Navarre Beach, and she’s asking local anglers to use caution after realizing one of the turtle’s fins was tangled in line. “It’s got fishing line wrapped around it’s front left fin. It was just past … read more
Governor Applauds Florida Legislature for Passing Bill to Make It Harder to Raise Taxes
Governor Applauds Florida Legislature for Passing Bill to Make It Harder to Raise Taxes
Today, Governor Rick Scott made the following statement regarding the overwhelming, bipartisan passage of HJR 7001 in the Florida Senate. The Florida House of Representatives overwhelmingly voted 80-29 in bipartisan support of this bill on January 25th. This bill will place on the ballot an amendment to the Florida Constitution that will make it harder for politicians … read more
Area braces for another round of cold weather
Area braces for another round of cold weather
Cold Weather Shelter open Wed., March 7 and Thurs., March 8 A cold weather shelter for the homeless or heatless will be open Wed., March 7 and Thurs., March 8 at Ferris Hill Baptist Church, 6848 Chaffin St. in Milton. Those who would like to stay at the shelter must arrive between 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. … read more
Anchored vessel will not be staying in Navarre
Anchored vessel will not be staying in Navarre
Social media erupted after a large house-like floating vessel was moored near the Navarre Beach boat ramp over the weekend. But owners say the vessel will not be staying in Navarre. Additionally, the owner pointed out that the vessel is not owned by Dr. Sam Poppell as some social media posts have suggested. “Dr. Poppell … read more
Legislation proposes to eliminate postsecondary fees for active duty military
Legislation proposes to eliminate postsecondary fees for active duty military
The Florida legislature eliminated an obstacle for both Florida College System (FCS) institutions and service members this week with the unanimous passage of HB 75. The bill, submitted by Senator George Gainer (District 1) and Representative Ponder (District 4), eliminates postsecondary fees for active duty service members using Military Tuition Assistance (MTA) at FCS institutions … read more
