Some Florida State Forest camping/recreation areas have reopened
Some Florida State Forest camping/recreation areas have reopened
Krul Lake and the Sweetwater Trail, along with the Clear Creek OHV Riding Area, remain closed (South Santa Rosa News file photo) The Phase One of re-opening Florida State Forest campgrounds, campsites, and recreation areas was announced on May 8. Florida State Forests as a whole remain open, including roads that are accessible for the … read more
U.S. Attorney Keefe honors Law Enforcement during Police Week
U.S. Attorney Keefe honors Law Enforcement during Police Week
In honor of National Police Week, U.S. Attorney Lawrence Keefe of the Northern District of Florida will join in recognizing the service and sacrifice of federal, state, and local law enforcement. The weeklong observation runs from Sunday, May 10, through Saturday, May 16. “There is no more noble profession than serving as a police officer,” … read more
Gulf Breeze man jailed after attempt to become a “martyr” for a local beach access
Gulf Breeze man jailed after attempt to become a “martyr” for a local beach access
Edward James Welch, 50, of 503 Navarre Street in Gulf Breeze, was arrested May 4 by Gulf Breeze Police Department after dispatch reported that a male suspected was causing a disturbance in the Navy Cove area. A responding officer arrived on scene and found Welch “yelling and carrying on” about beach access around the Navy … read more
Broxson “blows up” over Florida Department of Agriculture’s opposition to reopening I-10
Broxson “blows up” over Florida Department of Agriculture’s opposition to reopening I-10
Florida Senator Doug Broxson took action after the Florida Department of Agriculture, under the leadership of Commissioner Nikki Fried, opposed today’s reopening Interstate 10, which had been shut down two days prior due to a wildfire. Citizens in Broxson’s district had been expressing frustration that the busy roadway remained unopened following its closure on Wednesday … read more
Eglin Commander shuts down popular Destin beach without prior notice
Eglin Commander shuts down popular Destin beach without prior notice
View of Destin from Eglin’s East Pass Beach Area, which was closed today (South Santa Rosa News file photo) The 96th Test Wing Commander, Brig. Gen. Scott Cain, ordered the closure of Eglin’s East Pass Beach Area property located adjacent to the Marler Bridge effective May 8. The closure was ordered due to increased activity at … read more
Some local wildfire evacuees get to return home
Some local wildfire evacuees get to return home
GRAPHIC KEY: LEVEL 1 pink shading – residents can return home but need to stay aware; LEVEL 2 green shading – residents can return home but need to be able to re-evacuate at a moment’s notice; NO ENTRY: orange Florida Forest Service wildland firefighters in coordination with Santa Rosa County Public Safety and area … read more
Pensacola Museums Set to Open with Adjusted Hours and Operations
Pensacola Museums Set to Open with Adjusted Hours and Operations
The T.T. Wentworth, Jr. Florida State Museum and the Pensacola Museum of Art are preparing to slowly open back up and welcome visitors. Beginning Saturday May 16, 2020, visitors will be able to enjoy the museums once again. In the initial phase of re-opening, the museums will only be open on Saturdays and Wednesdays from … read more
Flynn Built Founder leads his company and HBA through Coronavirus crisis
Flynn Built Founder leads his company and HBA through Coronavirus crisis
When Blaine Flynn took over leadership of the Home Builders Association of West Florida in December he had no idea he would be leading the organization through the most tumultuous crisis of our generation. But he’s confident America will rebound soon, following the COVID-19 pandemic. At just 31 years of age, Flynn was named the … read more
Debris pickup in areas affected by Apr. 20 storm to begin May 7
Debris pickup in areas affected by Apr. 20 storm to begin May 7
Santa Rosa County Public Works is coordinating with debris contractors for cleanup after the Apr. 20 storm. Work will first be done to remove hanging limbs over the rights of way followed by collection and disposal of debris which is expected to begin on Thurs., May 7. The contractor will work six days per week. Debris … read more
Five Mile Swamp Fire north of Interstate 10 grows to 250 acres
Five Mile Swamp Fire north of Interstate 10 grows to 250 acres
Persistent winds, swampy terrain and dry surface vegetation hampered firefighting efforts most of the day Tuesday as 14 tractor/plow units from the Florida Forest Service worked to contain the Five mile Swamp Fire. The fire just south of the city of Milton grew to 250 acres and containment is at 30% as of 4 p.m. … read more
