FDOT confirms thousands of superficial cracks in new Pensacola Bay Bridge construction project
FDOT confirms thousands of superficial cracks in new Pensacola Bay Bridge construction project
The Florida Department of Transportation during an 11 a.m. press conference in Pensacola confirmed “thousands” of cracks were found in the Pensacola Bay Bridge replacement project, which is currently unused and under construction. Eisman & Russo Construction Engineering Inspection Program Director Brett Pielstick during the conference said up to 1,300 cracks, roughly half of an … read more
FWC confirms new Florida saltwater fishing records
FWC confirms new Florida saltwater fishing records
Rick Whitley and his record bluefin tuna, along with Capt. Joey Birbeck and mates, Dennis Bennett and Josh Goodson, of the vessel “You Never Know.” Photo courtesy of Rick Whitley. Five new Florida Saltwater Fishing Records were approved in the past year, including an 826-pound, 8-ounce bluefin tuna caught by Rick Whitley off Destin, along … read more
Triumph Board Supports $8.5M for Whiting Aviation Park
Triumph Board Supports $8.5M for Whiting Aviation Park
The Triumph Gulf Coast board of directors gave unanimous support of $8.5 million for infrastructure improvements to Whiting Aviation Park in Santa Rosa County on July 18. “The Santa Rosa County Board of County Commissioners and our citizens wish to thank the Triumph Gulf Coast board of directors for their support of our … read more
Recommended approval of Creet’s Landing on July 26 commission agenda
Recommended approval of Creet’s Landing on July 26 commission agenda
Preliminary plat and construction plans for a 49-lot development off Whispering Pines Boulevard is being recommended for July 26 approval by Santa Rosa County Commissioners. County Engineer Roger Blaylock in a July 26 memo started that the Creet’s Landing project was reviewed by the county’s engineering department in accordance with County Land Development Code. “The … read more
Gaetz to host Congressional Field Hearing on Preserving Mission of NAS Whiting Field
Gaetz to host Congressional Field Hearing on Preserving Mission of NAS Whiting Field
On Monday, July 30th at 2:00 p.m. CT, Congressman Matt Gaetz (FL-01) will be hosting a Congressional Field Hearing: “Preserving the Mission: NAS Whiting Field” in Milton, Florida. The focus of the event will be to highlight the mission of Whiting Field and why it is vital to the national defense architecture. The event is open to … read more
County considers water safety merger
County considers water safety merger
Santa Rosa County public safety officials have been working on a potential merger of Navarre Beach Fire Rescue and county life guard operations (photo courtesy Santa Rosa County Emergency Management). Navarre Beach Fire Rescue Chief Danny Fureigh this week submitted a proposal to Santa Rosa County, seeking for his department to take over life guard … read more
Two new firefighters join Holley-Navarre Fire Department
Two new firefighters join Holley-Navarre Fire Department
Pictured left to right: HNFD Battalion Chief Howie Rounsaville, firefighters Ritter and White and Chief Ron Norton Holley-Navarre Fire Department is proud to announce the addition of 2 new firefighters to their team as part of their initiative to improve staffing levels and better serve the community. HNFD tested and interviewed applicants in June for our … read more
Governor urges counties to protect public beach accesses
Governor urges counties to protect public beach accesses
Governor Rick Scott on July 12 issued Executive Order 18-202, which urges Florida counties to protect public beach access and directs the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to support these efforts. The executive order specifically calls on counties to not limit access to beaches. In March, Governor Scott signed HB 631, sponsored by Senator Kathleen Passidomo … read more
Santa Rosa County’s Big Sister of the Year announced
Santa Rosa County’s Big Sister of the Year announced
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida announces that Big Sister Noelle Strevig has been selected as the Santa Rosa County Big of the Year. Big Brothers Big Sisters staff chose Noelle for this honor because she is so consistent and supportive of her Little Sister Kennidi, according to a press release. Noelle and … read more
Local business sponsors “Devices for Disabilities”
Local business sponsors “Devices for Disabilities”
Pictured with a recycling station are ECEF President Kendra Booth and Cellular Nerd Owner Eric Vines Emerald Coast Exceptional Families has partnered with Cellular Nerd to provide “Devices for Disabilities.” Cellular Nerd repairs or recycles donated devices and gives them new lives with special needs children. ECEF is facilitating the program by working with the … read more
