State to host April 8 public hearing in Destin on blackfin tuna regulations
State to host April 8 public hearing in Destin on blackfin tuna regulations
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will be gathering public input on the future management of blackfin tuna. Share your input by attending a workshop near you. Blackfin tuna are currently regulated by Florida’s default recreational bag limit of 100 pounds or two fish per day, whichever is greater, in state waters. There … read more
Deputy Hubbard thanks community
Deputy Hubbard thanks community
Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Deputy Nic Hubbard wants to thank the community for supporting his battle with cancer. “You have no idea how much we appreciate it all,” he recently told South Santa Rosa News. “Being a Deputy with the Santa Rosa County Sheriff Office has allowed me to be a part of such a … read more
Santa Rosa Schools slip from gold to silver Healthy District ranking
Santa Rosa Schools slip from gold to silver Healthy District ranking
The Florida Healthy District Award was created by the Florida Partnership for Healthy Schools, formerly known as the Florida Coordinated School Health Partnership, to recognize school districts that have implemented policies, practices, and procedures that support health and remove barriers to learning. Districts interested in being recognized for their efforts work in teams to complete the annual … read more
Fun on tap this weekend!
Fun on tap this weekend!
Ye Olde Brothers Brewery Head Brewer Rachel Breite, one of the few female professional brewers in the country, is excited about this weekend’s festivities Craft breweries from around the region will gather this weekend in Holley for Ye Olde Brothers Brewery’s Inaugural Craft Beer Fest. Owner Larry Rolinson, who opened the brewery four years ago … read more
Lewis Bear Jr appointed to Triumph Gulf Coast board of directors
Lewis Bear Jr appointed to Triumph Gulf Coast board of directors
Governor Ron DeSantis today announced the appointment of Lewis Bear, Jr. to the Triumph Gulf Coast, Inc. Board of Directors. “Since Hurricane Michael, communities throughout Northwest Florida have faced immense challenges in their recovery efforts,” said Governor DeSantis.“The Triumph Gulf Coast Board of Directors is focused on overseeing funds to address the economic recovery of some … read more
Florida Fish & Wildlife issues tips on living with alligators during warmer weather
Florida Fish & Wildlife issues tips on living with alligators during warmer weather
Photo by Andy Wraithmell/FWC The American alligator, Florida’s state reptile, is an important part of Florida’s wetland habitats. This large reptile is found throughout the state in fresh water lakes, ponds, swamps and slow-moving rivers. During spring, alligators become more active and visible. When temperatures rise, their metabolism increases and they begin seeking prey. Although alligator bite … read more
FHP update on traffic accident at US 90 and Hwy 87 S near Santa Rosa Jail
FHP update on traffic accident at US 90 and Hwy 87 S near Santa Rosa Jail
The Florida Highway Patrol reports that Demetrius Gray, 49, of Mobile, Alabama was traveling north on State Road 87 S in the northbound when he attempted to navigate a left turn and change lanes into the inside lane at the U.S. 90 intersection. Subsequently, Gray’s vehicle’s load began shifting. As a result the cargo overturned … read more
Rotary Club of Navarre 2019 scholarship applications now available
Rotary Club of Navarre 2019 scholarship applications now available
Rotary Club of Navarre will be awarding eight $1,000 college scholarships to eligible 2019 Navarre High School seniors. Four scholarships will be awarded to the outstanding cadets of the JROTC program, one will be awarded to a member of the NHS Interact Club, one to a student who is pursuing a technical education in a … read more
Hurlburt honors Jockey-14 crew with 25th Anniversary Memorial Ceremony
Hurlburt honors Jockey-14 crew with 25th Anniversary Memorial Ceremony
U.S. Air Force Col. Michael Conley, commander of the 1st Special Operations Wing, speaks during the 25th anniversary of Jockey-14 at Hurlburt Field, Florida, March 14, 2019. Jockey-14 was the call sign for the crew of an AC-130H Spectre gunship, assigned to the 16th Special Operations Squadron, that crash landed in the Indian Ocean, approximately … read more
Air Commando pursues dream of flying on AFSOC airframes
Air Commando pursues dream of flying on AFSOC airframes
Capt. Holly Mapel is a combat systems officer and operational flight test director with the 18th Flight Test Squadron at Hurlburt Field, Florida. Mapel is an MC-130J Commando II aircrew member and regularly flies on other aircraft in order to test equipment and weapon systems used to accomplish Air Force Special Operations Command and U. … read more
