Teachers Union “Forced” to Settle for Lower Salary to Save State Pay Raise Money

Teachers Union “Forced” to Settle for Lower Salary to Save State Pay Raise Money
Santa Rosa County District Schools successfully ran out the clock on teacher salary negotiations, requesting the appointment of a special magistrate to help settle salary negotiations instead of agreeing to send the matter directly to the school board. That move pushed the teachers’ union to settle at a salary increase below what other employee groups … read more
SANTA ROSA INSIDER: PNJ Ignores Support, Attacks American Flag Project

SANTA ROSA INSIDER: PNJ Ignores Support, Attacks American Flag Project
Last night the City of Milton voted to approve a resolution to suppport Santa Rosa County’s largest American flag project. But don’t expect to read about that in Pensacola News Journal (unless they update their story after being called out over it). It’s no surprise the liberal newspaper across the bay seems to be working … read more
OPINION: Lil’ Crybaby Chris Smith of Gulf Coast Gun is Spreading Lies

OPINION: Lil’ Crybaby Chris Smith of Gulf Coast Gun is Spreading Lies
Not one to ever let the truth get in the way of a good hissy fit, Lil’ Crybaby Chris Smith, owner of Gulf Coast Gun & Outdoors, this evening made false assertions about Santa Rosa News and its publisher during a Facebook live video on his business page. Crybaby Chris started off expressing support for … read more
Lack of Maintenance Blamed for Loss of Arc’s Milton Facility

Lack of Maintenance Blamed for Loss of Arc’s Milton Facility
Arc of the Emerald Coast is seeking a location in north Santa Rosa County after the owner of its current facility asked the organization to move out, citing a lack of maintenance on the five-acre property which has housed a day training center for developmentally disabled clients for around 30 years. Gulf Breeze businessman Eric … read more
Retiring War Hero to be appointed to Santa Rosa County oversight committee

Retiring War Hero to be appointed to Santa Rosa County oversight committee
Col. Allison Black, who is retiring from the U.S. Air Force later this year after 32 years of service, is being appointed to Santa Rosa County’s Local Option Sales Tax (LOST) Oversight Committee, a 10-member board which makes recommendations to county commissioners on how to spend LOST funding. Santa Rosa County Commission Chairman Sam Parker, … read more
OPINION: Calling all Christian Conservatives to Pray for Our Local Leaders

OPINION: Calling all Christian Conservatives to Pray for Our Local Leaders
There’s an intense spiritual and political battle underway in Santa Rosa County, and the prayers of the righteous are coveted for those whom God has instituted in authority. Duly elected Republican leaders are being attacked for being Christian Conservatives, and part of those attacks are stemming from an unlikely source. While it’s no surprise that … read more
SANTA ROSA INSIDER: Rudman’s Cryptic Goodbye

SANTA ROSA INSIDER: Rudman’s Cryptic Goodbye
Rudman pictured with Democrat Robin Bartleman, who represents Florida House District 103 UPDATE: A little birdie from the north end of Santa Rosa County said it was a publicity stunt by Rudman…imagine that! It was inexcusable to leave the Capitol the night before session ends with bills being voted upon to go to a concert… … read more
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Navarre Beach Introduces Chef Mason Cheney as the New Executive Chef for Beach House Social

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Navarre Beach Introduces Chef Mason Cheney as the New Executive Chef for Beach House Social
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Navarre Beach is excited to announce the appointment of Mason Cheney as the new Executive Chef for their on-property restaurant, Beach House Social. Mason Cheney brings a wealth of experience and passion to the culinary world in his new role as Executive Chef. A native of Northwest Florida, Cheney’s culinary journey … read more
Panhandle Palm & Rock to host Third Annual Easter Egg-Stravaganza

Panhandle Palm & Rock to host Third Annual Easter Egg-Stravaganza
The Faulk family, owners of Panhandle Palm & Rock host fun-filled community events at Easter and Halloween, and their Third Annual Easter Egg-Stravaganza will take place Saturday, March 30 at their nursery, located at 1801 Presidio Street in Navarre. “This is our favorite time of the year and we are fortunate to be able to … read more
Lawmakers Set to Approve $117.5B State Budget on Time

Lawmakers Set to Approve $117.5B State Budget on Time
The clock is ticking toward Friday’s close of the 2024 Legislative Session, and Senate Appropriations Chairman Doug Broxson and House Budget Chairman Tom Leek finalized negotiations in time for a required 72-hour “cooling off” period ahead of the official vote, presenting a balanced budget for next fiscal year which includes a $10 billion surplus, $500 … read more