Commissioners Vote to Formally Reprimand County Administrator
Commissioners Vote to Formally Reprimand County Administrator
A heated exchange took place between Commission Chairman Dave Piech and Businessman Chris Smith, who called for the board to fire Schebler. But commissioners instead voted to issue a reprimand and explore a third-party investigation into the matter. Photo by Romi White Santa Rosa County Commissioners last night voted to formally reprimand County Administrator Dan … read more
Santa Rosa County Celebrates Expansion of Gulf Cable
Santa Rosa County Celebrates Expansion of Gulf Cable
Santa Rosa County plans to announce a 10 a.m., Tuesday, May 18 groundbreaking for Project Atlas, which in December was revealed to be a 160,000-square-foot expansion of Gulf Cable, located in Santa Rosa Industrial Park in East Milton. “I am thankful that we have more high-paying jobs coming to Santa Rosa County,” said District 1 … read more
Parker Takes Stand Against Santa Rosa County’s “Disturbing” Dishonesty
Parker Takes Stand Against Santa Rosa County’s “Disturbing” Dishonesty
District 1 Commissioner Sam Parker last night took a stand against the dishonesty which has been plaguing Santa Rosa County and its Board of County Commissioners. Back in December, the county locked a public boat ramp and some officials, including current Commission Chairman Dave Piech and District 4 Commissioner Colten Wright, presented and/or supported a … read more
Beach Chamber to Host 2021 Blessing of the Beach
Beach Chamber to Host 2021 Blessing of the Beach
The public is invited to the “Blessing of the Beach” at 6 p.m., Thursday, May 20. The event will take place just east of the Navarre Beach Fishing Pier. “We are thankful for the beauty of Navarre Beach, and wish for our community to join us as we bless the beach for the beauty that … read more
DeSantis Signs Legislation to Expand School Choice Options
DeSantis Signs Legislation to Expand School Choice Options
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis today signed House Bill 7045 that will provide more education opportunities for children from low-income families and students with unique abilities. The bill expands eligibility for low-income students, and prioritizes military, foster, and adopted students. “This legislation creates historical levels of flexibility in both schooling and educational services for millions … read more
Navarre Teen Faces Life in Prison After Deadly Carjacking Attempt
Navarre Teen Faces Life in Prison After Deadly Carjacking Attempt
A Navarre teen has been charged with felony murder after a carjacking attempt backfired and the would-be victim wounded her and killed her alleged accomplice, who was 16. Following a hospital stay, Jennifer Elizabeth Marie Broxson, 18, was booked May 5 into Santa Rosa County Jail on the second-degree felony murder charge plus carjacking, … read more
Bagdad Man Booked for Homicide After Police Find Body Buried in Yard
Bagdad Man Booked for Homicide After Police Find Body Buried in Yard
Investigators with the Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office received a May 9 tip that a body was buried at 4562 Simpson Street in the Bagdad community. With this information, a lengthy investigation began. The resident of the address was identified as Johnny Edwards Malisham,60 years of age. Investigators discovered sufficient evidence and probable cause … read more
$1M Scratch-off Lottery Ticket Sold in Pensacola
$1M Scratch-off Lottery Ticket Sold in Pensacola
The Florida Lottery announces that Calvin Holmes, 47, of Foley, Alabama, claimed a $1 million top prize from the 50X THE CASH Scratch-Off game at Florida Lottery Headquarters in Tallahassee. He chose to receive his winnings as a one-time, lump-sum payment of $890,000.00. Holmes purchased his winning ticket from Discount Tobacco Shop, located at 13120 … read more
State Agency Issues Statement on Reasons for Gas Shortage
State Agency Issues Statement on Reasons for Gas Shortage
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which regulates the petroleum industry in Florida, is aware of issues that may potentially disrupt normal fuel pricing and sales in Florida. These issues include the recently-reported cyberattack on the Colonial Pipeline serving North Florida, fuel terminal issues in the Pensacola area, and shortages of fuel truck … read more
Okaloosa County Sinks Retired US Air Force Vessel for Artificial Reef Program
Okaloosa County Sinks Retired US Air Force Vessel for Artificial Reef Program
Okaloosa divers and fishermen have a new artificial reef to enjoy as of Friday, May 7, 2021. The large 93-foot US Air Force steel-hull water training vessel, BIG DAWG was sunk to the seafloor in 104 feet of water, 14 miles southwest of the Destin Pass. Alex Fogg, Okaloosa County Coastal Resources Manager with Destin-Fort … read more
