Patterson’s Law Could Change How Florida Handles Child Abuse Investigations
Patterson’s Law Could Change How Florida Handles Child Abuse Investigations
Florida Senator Dr. Barbara Shareif has filed legislation which could change how child abuse investigations are handled. The legislation is named for a South Florida couple whose twins inherited their Mom’s genetic disorder, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, and were taken into state custody. Inspired by cases where parents were wrongly accused or physicians or medical workers misunderstood … read more
HNWS Director “Appalled” By Preserve Navarre Email Claiming “Clean Sweep” of Utility Election
HNWS Director “Appalled” By Preserve Navarre Email Claiming “Clean Sweep” of Utility Election
“Incorporation is dead,” stated Holley-Navarre Water System Secretary Carmen Reynolds during Monday’s reorganization meeting of the utility’s board of directors, following concerns over an email recently distributed by Wes Siler of the pro-incorporation group Preserve Navarre. Siler, who lost attempts in 2024 and 2025 to get elected to HNWS’ board, sent a Jan. 26 mass … read more
FACE$ OF DCF ADOPTION$ FOR FEDERAL MONEY: Theresa’s story
FACE$ OF DCF ADOPTION$ FOR FEDERAL MONEY: Theresa’s story
FACE$ OF DCF ADOPTION$ FOR FEDERAL MONEY is a new series we’re starting to expose how the Florida Department of Families (DCF) rakes in federal money by removing kids from their families, placing them in state custody, and then adopting them out to others. This “system” was established after President Bill Clinton’s 1997 Adoption and … read more
FACE$ OF DCF ADOPTION$ FOR FEDERAL MONEY: Britney & Centina’s story
FACE$ OF DCF ADOPTION$ FOR FEDERAL MONEY: Britney & Centina’s story
FACE$ OF DCF ADOPTION$ FOR FEDERAL MONEY is a new series we’re starting to expose how the Florida Department of Families (DCF) rakes in federal money by removing kids from their families, placing them in state custody, and then adopting them out to others. This “system” was established after President Bill Clinton’s 1997 Adoption and … read more
FACE$ OF DCF ADOPTION$ FOR FEDERAL MONEY: Mom of 5 Keeps 3 Kids, Loses 2
FACE$ OF DCF ADOPTION$ FOR FEDERAL MONEY: Mom of 5 Keeps 3 Kids, Loses 2
FACE$ OF DCF ADOPTION$ FOR FEDERAL MONEY is a new series we’re starting to expose how the Florida Department of Families (DCF) rakes in federal money by removing kids from their families, placing them in state custody, and then adopting them out to others. This “system” was established after President Bill Clinton’s 1997 Adoption and … read more
Kerry Smith’s Pick for Zoning Board Rejected for Bad Online Behavior, Other Concerns
Kerry Smith’s Pick for Zoning Board Rejected for Bad Online Behavior, Other Concerns
Randy Williams, left, was nominated by Commissioner Kerry Smith but rejected by the Board of County Commissioners to serve on the Zoning Board District 2 Commissioner Kerry Smith this morning failed to get board support to appoint his nominee, Randy Williams, to serve on the Santa Rosa County Zoning Board. Smith was argumentative at first … read more
Commissioners to Discuss 3 Bids for Former Courthouse
Commissioners to Discuss 3 Bids for Former Courthouse
Santa Rosa County Comissioners tomorrow will discuss three bids for the acquisition of the former County Courthouse, ranging from $0 to $1.114 million. Bayou District Consulting graphic Local historians have praised a proposal submitted Jan. 5 by Bayou District Consulting, which noted its experience with restoration projects and offered $1.114 million for the historic structure … read more
Congressman Patronis Protects the Blue Angels from Government Shutdowns
Congressman Patronis Protects the Blue Angels from Government Shutdowns
Congressman Jimmy Patronis introduces the Special Operating Authority for Rehearsal (SOAR) Act, which protects the United States Navy Blue Angels during a federal government shutdown to ensure safety and readiness. This legislation will ensure Blue Angels airshows continue in the Pensacola region despite any Democratic shutdowns. “This is home for the Blue Angels. Federal government shutdowns … read more
OPINION: Commission Chairman Accused of Setting Up Former Deputy Amidst SRSO Infighting
OPINION: Commission Chairman Accused of Setting Up Former Deputy Amidst SRSO Infighting
A silent war is underway within Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office, and County Commission Chairman Colten Wright is accused of working behind the scenes to drag a retired deputy into the drama, which escalated into a showdown during today’s commisison meeting. The tension within SRSO started escalating last year after discussions over who might get … read more
Property Appraiser Greg Brown II Talks Property Tax Reform
Property Appraiser Greg Brown II Talks Property Tax Reform
The Florida Legislature is currently working on major proposals aimed at reducing property taxes, and voters are expected to see a related Constitutional amendment on November’s General Election ballot. Santa Rosa County Property Appraiser Greg Brown II, during last night’s Conservative Alliance meeting, provided an informative presentation, including details about the impending reform effort. Brown … read more
