FBI issues alert: Avoid Becoming a Victim of Romance Scams
FBI issues alert: Avoid Becoming a Victim of Romance Scams
Valentine’s Day and other opportunities for romance can be exciting, but they can also lead to heartbreak, embarrassment, and financial loss if you’re not careful. Criminals search dating sites, apps, chat rooms, and other social media networking sites attempting to build “relationships” for the sole purpose of getting your money or your personally identifiable information. … read more
Chamber to host economic development and military leaders in February
Chamber to host economic development and military leaders in February
Why join your local chamber of commerce? There are many reasons to join, but I will touch on six solid reasons to participate: 1st is Relationships. You build relationships with other business owners making friends and advocates for your business. You may not do business with one another; however, you will be able to share … read more
Long-time prosecutor Ginger Bowden Madden seeks to replace retiring State Attorney
Long-time prosecutor Ginger Bowden Madden seeks to replace retiring State Attorney
Ginger Bowden Madden announced February 7 she is running for State Attorney in the First Judicial Circuit of Florida, seeking to replace Bill Eddins, who is retiring. Bowden Madden has served as an assistant state attorney for over 25 years prosecuting cases in every division of criminal court – circuit, county, and juvenile court. She … read more
Local church youth director arrested for sexual complaint
Local church youth director arrested for sexual complaint
The City of Gulf Breeze Police Department today announced the arrest of Ryan Scott Walsh, 27, a lay youth director at Gulf Breeze United Methodist Church. According to the news release, a February 10 arrest warrant was issued for Walsh for the offenses of: Transmit obscene material to a minor; Lewd/lascivious involving a minor over … read more
Bands on Beach announces 2020 lineup
Bands on Beach announces 2020 lineup
Pensacola Beach’s popular outdoor summer concert series, Bands on the Beach, is back in April. The free concert series features performers for every musical taste and is held each Tuesday night, from 7-9 p.m., beginning April 7 and running through October 27. Featuring a lineup of regional artists, Bands on the Beach delivers an eclectic musical experience throughout the … read more
Man jailed for $4K in damages to Tom Thumb store
Man jailed for $4K in damages to Tom Thumb store
Marc Edward Jackson, 39, was booked January 28 into Santa Rosa County Jail after busting a window and damaging fuel pumps at the Tom Thumb store located at 2695 Highway 87 South and East Bay Boulevard. According to the arrest report, upon arrival a customer pointed out to police a white male walking to the … read more
Santa Rosa Traffic Stop Yields Meth, Cocaine, Fentanyl and Designer Drugs
Santa Rosa Traffic Stop Yields Meth, Cocaine, Fentanyl and Designer Drugs
Cops found evidence in the car, including two bags which read “BAG FULL OF DRUGS” (photo courtesy Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office). Florida Highway Patrol Trooper Marlon Boggan was patrolling Interstate 10 in Santa Rosa County late Saturday afternoon when he observed a grey Kia sedan traveling eastbound at a high rate of speed. Trooper … read more
Rob Williamson out as CEO of Holley-Navarre Water System
Rob Williamson out as CEO of Holley-Navarre Water System
Holley-Navarre Water System CEO Rob Williamson is no longer CEO of the utility after he and the board of directors came to a mutual agreement for his departure. The announcement was made today shortly after 3:30 p.m. Sources say a search for a new Chief Executive Officer will be conducted. Board President Daryl Lynchard will … read more
Man sought for rape of 14-year-old stepdaughter
Man sought for rape of 14-year-old stepdaughter
The U.S. Marshals today elevated the fugitive status of a Mississippi man who allegedly faked his own death to avoid prosecution for raping his 14-year-old stepdaughter. Jacob Blair Scott, 43, is now a Marshals’ 15 Most Wanted fugitive, and authorities are asking the public for information that could lead to his arrest. “Jacob Scott stands accused of … read more
Governor announces new K-12 standards, removal of Common Core
Governor announces new K-12 standards, removal of Common Core
Governor Ron DeSantis and Education Commissioner Richard Corcoran last Friday announced that the Florida Department of Education has completed the review of Florida’s K-12 academic standards for English Language Arts and Mathematics and made recommendations for revisions. The proposed Florida Benchmarks for Excellent Student Thinking (B.E.S.T.) Standards will provide the foundation for teaching and learning … read more
