2024 Jams in the Sand lineup annouced
2024 Jams in the Sand lineup annouced
Windjammers on the Pier has announced its 2024 Jams in the Sand lineup. There’s no cover charge for the free outdoor concert series on Navarre Beach, which takes place on Thursdays behind the restaurant & bar, overlooking the scenic Gulf of Mexico. 2024 Jams in the Sand lineup: May 16 6-9 pm Jason … read more
City of Milton Secures Milestone Permit for Water Reclamation Facility
City of Milton Secures Milestone Permit for Water Reclamation Facility
The City of Milton has been issued a vital permit by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection for the North Santa Rosa Regional Water Reclamation Facility, signifying a major step forward in its dedication to sustainable infrastructure and environmental stewardship, according to a City news release. This permit, granted under Chapter 403 of the Florida … read more
CALL TO VENDORS: Inaugural Navarre Beach Market seeks Local Artists, Farmers and Others
CALL TO VENDORS: Inaugural Navarre Beach Market seeks Local Artists, Farmers and Others
Are you a local crafter, baker or other type of maker? Windjammers on the Pier has issued a Call to Vendors, seeking artists, farmers and others for its Inaugural Navarre Beach Arts, Crafts, Farmers and Makers Market, taking place from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m., Saturday, April 13. There will be no charge to local … read more
Santa Rosa Rookie of the Year 2024 Nominees Announced
Santa Rosa Rookie of the Year 2024 Nominees Announced
The Santa Rosa Education Foundation invited every school in the Santa Rosa School District to nominate one teacher for the 2024 Santa Rosa Rookie of the Year award. All full-time teachers in their third year or less of teaching were eligible for this award. This included total teaching experience, not just in Santa Rosa … read more
Rudman loses cool when questioned by Tampa news station
Rudman loses cool when questioned by Tampa news station
Florida House District 3 Representative Joel Rudman became “agitated” when questioned over an assertion he made during an interview with Investigative Reporter Katie LaGrone of WFTS ABC Action News, a Tampa based news station: Rudman was being interviewed about HB 129, a bill aimed to repeal 34-year-old legislation called the Wrongful Death Act, which prohibits … read more
Leader of Santa Rosa Professional Educators prefiles for School Superintendent Race
Leader of Santa Rosa Professional Educators prefiles for School Superintendent Race
David Godwin, a long-time math teacher at Pace High School and current President of Santa Rosa Professional Educators, prefiled this afternoon in the Santa Rosa County Superintendent of Schools race. “David is an experienced educator who is very honest. He will make sure educators and our students are treated well,” said Rhonda Chavers, former SRPE … read more
Council Members seek recourse for Mayor’s “erratic and abusive” behavior toward City staff
Council Members seek recourse for Mayor’s “erratic and abusive” behavior toward City staff
Several Milton City Council members recently reached out to City Attorney Alex Andrade, seeking potential recourse after a “troubling trend” of behavior exhibited by Mayor Heather Lindsay toward City staff. The latest development is a grievance filed against Lindsay by a female City employee, which, per a March 13 memo, alleges “stalking, harassment, violation of … read more
SANTA ROSA INSIDER: Democrat enters District 1 Commission Race
SANTA ROSA INSIDER: Democrat enters District 1 Commission Race
UPDATE: We’re told that Martin may be planning to withdraw from the race, but he hasn’t done so yet… Today’s a lucky day for Commissioner Sam Parker after another candidate jumped in the District 1 race. This time, it’s a Democrat. Blake Martin prefiled late yesterday afternoon. Having multiple candidates sign up to challenge an … read more
Parker Proposes Property Tax Cut
Parker Proposes Property Tax Cut
Santa Rosa County property owners could see their first millage rate reduction in more than a decade after Commission Chairman Sam Parker during today’s budget planning workshop proposed a reduction. “I’d like to have a priority of millage rate reduction,” Parker said. noting he still wants public safety, infrastrures and workforce retention and development … read more
Largest American Flag in Florida project moves forward with addition of sponsorships, new location
Largest American Flag in Florida project moves forward with addition of sponsorships, new location
Santa Rosa County Vice Chairman James Calkins on March 14 made a successful revised motion and moved without objection to accept a $291,000 bid to construct the largest flag in the State of Florida. However, after discussion, he will seek input on the project’s location through the Santa Rosa County Tourist Development Council. The TDC … read more
