Local lawn expert to host free irrigation maintenance workshop for homeowners
Local lawn expert to host free irrigation maintenance workshop for homeowners
Skip Orth, owner of Father and Son Pest and Lawn Solutions and author of the book “What Every Home Owner Along The Emerald Coast Needs To Know About Lawn Care” is holding a free workshop for home owners who want to know how to maintain their irrigation systems. Skip says that proper irrigation is the … read more
NASCAR Champ competed at Southern Raceway in Milton
NASCAR Champ competed at Southern Raceway in Milton
The United Sprint Car Series “Battle at the Beach” two-day event kicked off February 23 with a full racing card, including qualifying Heats and Main Events for all divisions. The event was headlined both nights by the nationally touring United Sprint Car Series presented by K&N Filters Winged Outlaw Sprint Cars. Tony Stewart, three-time Monster … read more
Holley-Navarre Fire District adds 6 full-time firefighters
Holley-Navarre Fire District adds 6 full-time firefighters
Pictured left to right: Firefighters Chris Carpenter, Daniel Tolar, and Eric Heaton during the February 26 pinning ceremony Holley-Navarre Fire District this week pinned three new firefighters and announced that three part-time firefighters were promoted to full-time positions. HNFD Chief Ron Norton said the hires were part of the district’s initiative to improve our staffing … read more
Santa Rosa holds household hazardous waste Amnesty Day
Santa Rosa holds household hazardous waste Amnesty Day
Dispose of HHW at South End Service Center March 10, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Santa Rosa County will host Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Amnesty Day on Sat., Mar. 10 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Santa Rosa County South Service Center, 5819 Gulf Breeze Parkway in Gulf Breeze. This event offers residents the opportunity to dispose of HHW at … read more
Leaders explore adding more school resource officers to Santa Rosa schools
Leaders explore adding more school resource officers to Santa Rosa schools
This afternoon the Santa Rosa County School District conducted its first School Security Task Force Meeting which included school district administration and representatives from the Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office, Gulf Breeze Police Department, Milton Police Department, Santa Rosa County Health Department, and Santa Rosa County Emergency Management. Topics included actions taken by the … read more
Challenger enters District 3 school board race
Challenger enters District 3 school board race
Kenny Long, a teacher at West Navarre Intermediate School, has prefiled for the Santa Rosa County District 3 School Board race. Long faces incumbent Carol Boston, who signed up to seek re-election November 9, 2017. Boston made a $5,000 self-loan to her campaign. According to Santa Rosa County Supervisor of Elections Tappie Villane, local school … read more
Panhandle Butterfly House offers annual tour guide training
Panhandle Butterfly House offers annual tour guide training
The Panhandle Butterfly House is seeking seasonal volunteers to serve as tour guides. Butterfly house tours are usually scheduled Monday through Wednesday mornings. Volunteers work in teams, educating visitors on the biology and habitat of butterflies and their importance in our ecosystem. New volunteers are paired with seasoned tour guides to learn the ropes. … read more
“Journey to Oz” to be presented March 1-3
“Journey to Oz” to be presented March 1-3
Several Youth ranging in age from 4 to 19 from Gulf Breeze, Pensacola Beach and surrounding communities will present the “Journey to Oz” on Pensacola Beach next weekend. B.E.T.A. – BROADENING EDUCATION THRU ARTS since 1986 has been producing quality family theatrical entertainment and training of youth in musical theatre. Many students can be spotted … read more
Gov. Scott Announces Plan to Keep Schools Safe
Gov. Scott Announces Plan to Keep Schools Safe
Florida Governor Rick Scott today announced a major action plan to keep schools safe in the wake of the Parkland shooting tragedy. The plan calls for a $500 million Investment in School Safety and Mental Health. Gov. Scott started the announcement by reading off the names of the 17 victims: Alyssa Alhadeff, Scott Beigel, Martin Duque … read more
Gov. Scott: One week later still no details from FBI
Gov. Scott: One week later still no details from FBI
Today, Governor Rick Scott made the below statement regarding the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) still not releasing any additional details on the Bureau’s failure to investigate allegations about Nikolas Cruz. On January 5, 2018, the FBI received a tip regarding “[Nikolas] Cruz’s gun ownership, desire to kill people, erratic behavior, and disturbing social media … read more
