Pensacola Police Officer and wife named 2020 Bigs with Badges’ “Big of the Year”
Pensacola Police Officer and wife named 2020 Bigs with Badges’ “Big of the Year”
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida today announced that Pensacola Police Officer David Partrick and his wife Jennifer have been named the 2020 Bigs with Badges’ “Big of the Year.” The couple was surprised at the station by Pensacola Police Department leadership, BBBSNWFL staff and their Little Brother’s family. David and Jennifer’s match with … read more
Man sentenced for stealing trade secrets and online extortion of Pensacola company
Man sentenced for stealing trade secrets and online extortion of Pensacola company
Timothy J. Smith, 43, of Mobile, Alabama, was sentenced to 18 months’ imprisonment late Wednesday afternoon in the United States District Court in Pensacola on charges of theft of trade secrets and interstate extortionate communications. Lawrence Keefe, United States Attorney for the Northern District of Florida, announced the sentencing today. During the trial, a jury … read more
Fierce advocate for families seeks to be next Santa Rosa Schools Superintendent
Fierce advocate for families seeks to be next Santa Rosa Schools Superintendent
POLITICAL ADVERTISEMENT PAID FOR AND APPROVED BY DR. KAREN BARBER, REPUBLICAN, FOR SANTA ROSA COUNTY, SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS Dr. Karen Barber for 33 years has been working with students and their families while building up her expertise as a teacher, community leader and administrator. She is passionate about educating children and uniquely qualified to … read more
Florida Forest Service moves to cash-free system
Florida Forest Service moves to cash-free system
South Santa Rosa News file photo of Krul Lake at Blackwater River State Forest The Florida Forest Service has announced that additional Florida State Forest recreation areas are reopening as the agency moves to an online, cash-free point-of-sale (POS) system. “We look forward to transitioning Florida State Forest recreation sales to a digital platform,” said … read more
County announces Fourth of July fireworks display, safety tips and holiday closure info
County announces Fourth of July fireworks display, safety tips and holiday closure info
The Santa Rosa County Tourist Development Office will present an Independence Day fireworks show at 9 p.m. on Saturday, July 4, at the end of the Navarre Beach Fishing Pier. The pyrotechnic demonstration will take place rain or shine. Residents and guests are reminded to allow plenty of time to find parking and remember to … read more
Governor opposes mandatory masks for COVID-19
Governor opposes mandatory masks for COVID-19
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis during a press conference Tuesday restated that he does not believe wearing masks should be mandatory to prevent the spread of COVID-19 despite State Surgeon General Dr. Scott A. Rivkees on June 20 encouraging residents and visitors to do so. Santa Rosa County Health Department on Tuesday reiterated Rivkees’ suggestion, noting … read more
UWF students, staff and visitors will be required to wear face masks this fall
UWF students, staff and visitors will be required to wear face masks this fall
The Florida Board of Governors approved the University of West Florida’s Fall 2020 Reopening Plan during its meeting on Tuesday, June 23, 2020. The plan, which requires all individuals on campus to wear a face covering except for in certain situations, was approved June 19 by UWF’s Board of Trustees. “We look forward to welcoming … read more
Trump Administration moves to suspend foreign worker visas amid COVID-19 recovery
Trump Administration moves to suspend foreign worker visas amid COVID-19 recovery
South Santa Rosa News file photo The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced it will begin implementing a Trump Administration proclamation to protect American workers in the wake of unprecedented unemployment caused by COVID-19. “The President is taking decisive action to put American families and workers first in the reopening of the economy … read more
Two drownings in Destin blamed on strong currents
Two drownings in Destin blamed on strong currents
The Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office is now investigating a second drowning that just took place off the east side of Crab Island near Destin. Deputies were told the victim had jumped off a boat and began struggling in the outgoing tide’s strong current. The call for the distressed swimmer came in at 1:09 p.m. this … read more
Coronavirus quarantine delays Navarre incorporation effort
Coronavirus quarantine delays Navarre incorporation effort
Navarre Area United, the political action committee aimed to incorporate Navarre, will miss its goal of placing the issue on the August primary election ballot, following difficulties getting required signatures and funding for the related study amid the Coronavirus pandemic and quarantine. “We’re not stopping. It’s just a setback,” said Jonathan Cole, PAC spokesman. “We’re … read more
