Undercover cops bust men for sexual solicitation of minors over Internet
Undercover cops bust men for sexual solicitation of minors over Internet
A Fort Walton Beach man who traveled to a predetermined location thinking he was going to hook up with a 13-year-old girl January 3 was instead met by an undercover Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office Investigator. 23-year old James Youmans of 921 Denton Boulevard had been having computer conversations with an investigator posing as a 13-year … read more
Florida legislators oppose Trump Administration’s “terrible plan” for offshore drilling
Florida legislators oppose Trump Administration’s “terrible plan” for offshore drilling
Florida Governor Rick Scott last Thursday announced his opposition to offshore oil drilling, following media reports that the Trump Administration is expected to announce plans to expand drilling along America’s coastlines. “Based on media reports, it is likely that the Department of the Interior will consider Florida as a potential state for offshore oil drilling … read more
Free health screenings offered in Gulf Breeze
Free health screenings offered in Gulf Breeze
During January, Sacred Heart Health System will provide free heart health screenings at locations in Pensacola, Milton, Century, Cantonment, Pace and Gulf Breeze for adults who are poor, elderly or uninsured. Heart-health screenings will measure blood pressure, blood sugar and total cholesterol, and can detect anemia. One of the free screenings will take place Jan. … read more
Broxson legislation aimed to resolve bridge issues
Broxson legislation aimed to resolve bridge issues
Senator Doug Broxson this week filed legislation which would allow the Florida Department of Transportation to begin negotiating state purchase of Garcon Point Bridge from private bondholders, who in 1992 funded its roughly $95 million construction. The measure could save the state from a potential costly and lengthy legal battle should the bondholders’ trustee try … read more
Candidates line up for 2018 election
Candidates line up for 2018 election
The books will close July 30 for voters to register ahead of the August 28 primary election in Santa Rosa County, and candidates are starting to pre-file for local races. According to Santa Rosa County Supervisor of Elections Tappie Villane, local school board races are non-partisan and require a 50 percent plus one vote margin … read more
Two chambers relocating
Two chambers relocating
Both the Navarre Beach Area Chamber of Commerce and Gulf Breeze Chamber of Commerce offices are relocating — but for different reasons. Santa Rosa County Administrator Tony Gomillion last summer recommended issuing the Navarre Beach Chamber a 90-day notice to vacate its leased office space inside the county-owned Visitor Information Center in Navarre Park. The … read more
Stand Your Ground shooting “justified”
Stand Your Ground shooting “justified”
The Office of State Attorney William “Bill” Eddins today announced that the review of the October shooting incident by Michael Patterson on Bent Tree Road in Milton that resulted in the death of Marcus Indigo Mullinax has been completed, and Patterson’s action was determined to be justified. “This review determined that the use of force … read more
“Treecycle” your Christmas tree!
“Treecycle” your Christmas tree!
Santa Rosa County’s environmental department encourages residents to “treecycle!” Drop your Christmas tree off by Monday, January 15 to be re-purposed as mulch through Keep Santa Rosa Beautiful (mulch availability date to be announced). Place trees in the designated area identified by signage. Real trees only, no artificial trees accepted. Drop-off sites include: Clean Community … read more
A Night to Shine needs volunteers and donations
A Night to Shine needs volunteers and donations
Community Life United Methodist Church will serve as one of more than 450 churches around the world simultaneously hosting Night to Shine, sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation, on Friday, February 9, 2018. Volunteers and donations are sought for the event. Night to Shine is an unforgettable prom night experience, centered on God’s love, for … read more
Basketball coach cleared – student faces punishment for false accusation
Basketball coach cleared – student faces punishment for false accusation
Santa Rosa County District Schools has investigated student allegations of inappropriate contact between a student and staff member at Navarre High School. Upon initial report of the allegation, the Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s department through the School Resource Officer received notification of the allegation. Evidence collected during the investigation, including direct witness statements from other … read more
