State advises Floridians to Verify Disinfectants for COVID-19 Effectiveness
State advises Floridians to Verify Disinfectants for COVID-19 Effectiveness
As new disinfectants claiming effectiveness against the coronavirus rise in popularity across the U.S., the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services’ (FDACS) Division of Agricultural Environmental Services is encouraging consumers to make sure that the products they choose qualify for use against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, before purchasing or using them at … read more
Fish Rules App now expanded to include freshwater regulations
Fish Rules App now expanded to include freshwater regulations
The wait is over! Fish Rules App now includes freshwater fishing regulations. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is excited to announce that their successful partnership with the Fish Rules App has now expanded. “The Division of Freshwater Fisheries Management is thrilled that the Fish Rules App is now available for freshwater. We … read more
Bears new hazard for Eglin runways
Bears new hazard for Eglin runways
Florida Black Bears are growing in population and base wildlife managers need Eglin personnel’s help to keep them, as well as the mission, safe. Recent bear sightings on and around the flightline and active runways generated concern among Eglin’s Natural Resources Management section, also known as Jackson Guard. “Bears have been seen crossing Runway 01/19 … read more
Coast Guard Cutter Reliance arrives in new homeport in Pensacola
Coast Guard Cutter Reliance arrives in new homeport in Pensacola
The crew of Coast Guard Cutter Reliance (WMEC-615) arrived Monday at the cutter’s new homeport in Pensacola, Florida, following a dry dock and Caribbean patrol. The Reliance crew oversaw repairs to the cutter followed by migrant repatriation efforts in the Windward Pass supporting Coast Guard 7th District operations. The cutter and crew departed their former … read more
Reducing the risk of CWD spreading into Florida through requirements on importing deer carcasses
Reducing the risk of CWD spreading into Florida through requirements on importing deer carcasses
Currently, Florida is one of 24 states where chronic wasting disease, or CWD, has NOT been detected. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is continuing its work to reduce the risk of CWD spreading into our state, and your involvement in these efforts is vital. Knowing and following the requirements for importing harvested … read more
FWC seeks public input on conservation measures for two species
FWC seeks public input on conservation measures for two species
Photo by Romi White The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is seeking input on draft Species Conservation Measures and Permitting Guidelines for two species included in Florida’s Imperiled Species Management Plan. The draft Guidelines and more information can be found at: https://myfwc.com/wildlifehabitats/wildlife/species-guidelines. Species Conservation Measures and Permitting Guidelines are intended to provide information on rule … read more
$1.6M available to help Santa Rosa homeowners with mortgage, rent and utility bills
$1.6M available to help Santa Rosa homeowners with mortgage, rent and utility bills
The Florida Housing Finance Corporation has allocated $1.6 million in Coronavirus Relief Funds for mortgage/rent/utility assistance for Santa Rosa County residents who have been negatively impacted by COVID-19. The funding will be used to provide financial assistance to eligible Santa Rosa County homeowners/renters who are currently unemployed or underemployed as a result of COVID-19. The funding will … read more
Santa Rosa man breaks state catfish record with 69.9-pound flathead
Santa Rosa man breaks state catfish record with 69.9-pound flathead
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) fisheries biologists certified a new state record flathead catfish weighing 69.9 pounds, measuring 48.5 inches long, with a girth of 38.25 inches, caught by angler Lavon Nowling from Santa Rosa County. Nowling caught his flathead catfish on rod and reel using live bait in the Yellow River. “I’ve … read more
County Animal Services receives award from national leader in no-kill movement
County Animal Services receives award from national leader in no-kill movement
Santa Rosa County (SRC) Animal Services has been recognized with the Transformational Change award for the highest increase in lifesaving progress for shelters admitting 2,001-6,000 pets in 2019 from Best Friends Animal Society, a national animal welfare organization dedicated to ending the killing of dogs and cats in America’s shelters. Animal services was selected for … read more
Former Holley-Navarre Intermediate teacher charged with child porn
Former Holley-Navarre Intermediate teacher charged with child porn
Thomas Hazouri, Jr., 40, a former fifth grade teacher at Holley-Navarre Intermediate School was recently arrested at his residence in Jacksonville. He’s been charged with 25 counts of possession of child pornography. According to media reports, his arrest report states the counts involve photographs and sexual performance by a child age 10 or older. Hazouri, … read more
