7th Generation Santa Rosan Pre-files for School Board Race
7th Generation Santa Rosan Pre-files for School Board Race
Oscar Locklin, a 7th generation Santa Rosa County native and great nephew of former late Superintendent of Schools Radford Locklin pre-filed for Santa Rosa County School Board, District 2 on August 24, 2023. Locklin, who describes himself as a Conservative and life-long Republican, is challenging incumbent Elizabeth Hewey, who is affiliated with the Democratic Party. … read more
Updated Active Voter List shows Republicans Remain Super Majority in Santa Rosa County
Updated Active Voter List shows Republicans Remain Super Majority in Santa Rosa County
The Santa Rosa County Supervisor of Elections notice has just completed its annual List Maintenance program. As of September 11, Santa Rosa County has 131,307 active registered voters comprised of the following: 80, 614 Republicans (61.5%) 29,966 Other (22.8%) 20,727 Democrats (15.7%) Per Florida Statute 98.065, Address Confirmation Final Notices were mailed to voters due … read more
Congressman Matt Gaetz Confronts ATF, Alleges Harassment of Gulf Coast Gun Owner Chris Smith
Congressman Matt Gaetz Confronts ATF, Alleges Harassment of Gulf Coast Gun Owner Chris Smith
U.S. Congressman Matt Gaetz (FL-01) was informed September 6 of retaliation and harassment by agents of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) against congressional witness Chris Smith, owner of Gulf Coast Gun in Milton, Florida. Subsequently, Rep. Gaetz sent a letter to ATF Director Steven Dettelbach demanding answers regarding the agency’s targeted … read more
Judge Dismisses Case Against Passenger in Controversial Milton Traffic Stop
Judge Dismisses Case Against Passenger in Controversial Milton Traffic Stop
Michael Holben was hoping to have his day in court to expose what happened when he was arrested January 10 after refusing to provide identification a second time during a traffic stop in which he was a passenger. But today Santa Rosa County Judge Tony Giraud dismissed with prejudice the obstruction of justice charge against … read more
Curtis Golden Leaves Lasting Legacy
Curtis Golden Leaves Lasting Legacy
Curtis A. Golden, 89, of Milton Florida passed away peacefully in his sleep on Sunday September 3, 2023, and went to be with his heavenly father. Curtis is known throughout Florida, where he made history as a family man, prosecutor, businessman and individual of unquestionable integrity. Curtis was born January 16, 1934, to Albert and … read more
Hundreds Sign Petition Against Navarre Connector Road
Hundreds Sign Petition Against Navarre Connector Road
A proposed 6.5-mile connector road aimed to alleviate traffic congestion on U.S. 98 is being opposed by some Holley By The Sea residents. Nearly 400 people have signed a petition against the effort. Santa Rosa County officials have been working on the project for more than a decade, avoiding use of the term “bypass” to … read more
OPINION: Political Newcomers Sign up for 2024 Local Races
OPINION: Political Newcomers Sign up for 2024 Local Races
Some newbies to the local political field have tossed their hats into the ring for the 2024 election cycle. We wish them luck. It’s always encouraging to see someone who wants to be a public servant. The Primary Election is scheduled for August 20, and the General Election will take place November 5, 2024. REGISTERED … read more
Rudman Files Bill Aimed to Restore Three-Day Max Wait to Buy Certain Firearms
Rudman Files Bill Aimed to Restore Three-Day Max Wait to Buy Certain Firearms
Last year political newcomer Florida House District 3 Representative Joel Rudman saw two of seven bills he sponsored signed into law. Ahead of the 2024 legislative session, he’s already filed three new bills, including one which could face strong opposition from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and others. During his 2022 campaign, Rudman promised … read more
Multiple Code Violations Threaten Navarre Beach Lease
Multiple Code Violations Threaten Navarre Beach Lease
Pina Coca is one of multiple vendors operating in the parking lot of 8649 Gulf Boulevard, which is leased by Palms of Navarre, LLC, a company based in Alabama. South Santa Rosa News photo. A Navarre Beach leaseholder is facing possible termination of its lease by Santa Rosa County after multiple code violations have not … read more
Councilwoman called out over “misleading” letter
Councilwoman called out over “misleading” letter
Milton City Councilwoman Marilyn Farrow apologized August 10 after realizing she had incorrectly described proposed changes to the city’s development code in a June 14 letter mailed to property owners within the historic district. “It’s disappointing that citizens have been misled regarding the efforts of the Historic Preservation Board,” said John David Ellis, a volunteer … read more
