Third Okaloosa County student charged in connection with posting school shooting threats
Third Okaloosa County student charged in connection with posting school shooting threats
A 13-year odd Pryor Middle School student has been charged with making a threat to kill or do bodily harm in connection with a social media post that states “I wanna shoot a school.” Roman Jackson said he was just trying to play a “joke”, did not have any specific school in mind, and did … read more
Applicants sought to fill board vacancies
Applicants sought to fill board vacancies
The Holley-Navarre Water System board of directors is accepting applications to fill two vacant board positions. The appointments will be interim, volunteer positions for a term of roughly one year – until the next official election of officers in January 2019. During the board’s February 20 meeting, it was announced that prospective directors can … read more
New business seeks relief from utility tap fee
New business seeks relief from utility tap fee
Ken Walters, owner of popular Navarre eatery Johnny Huston’s Grille & Bar, on Tuesday asked the Holley-Navarre Water System board of directors to look into a roughly $32,000 utility tap fee paid for a new establishment he’s planning to open adjacent to the restaurant. Walters and his wife, Marisa, own multiple businesses in Navarre and … read more
New “Express Lane” service offered by Santa Rosa County Tax Collector Stan Nichols
New “Express Lane” service offered by Santa Rosa County Tax Collector Stan Nichols
Stan Nichols, Santa Rosa County Tax Collector, is proud to announce the launch of “Express Lane.” This new service will allow for online renewal and same-day pickup of vehicle, boat or mobile home registrations. “We are excited to offer this additional service to our customers,” said Nichols. “Finding options that keep our residents from standing … read more
Deceased, bound dog found floating in Santa Rosa Sound
Deceased, bound dog found floating in Santa Rosa Sound
WARNING Graphic Image below UPDATE: Since this story was originally posted a Navarre resident has admitted that his beloved pet died and there was a “burial at sea (the sound)” for her. However, Santa Rosa County Public Information Officer Brandi Whitehurst says discarding of a deceased dog into the waterway isn’t allowed. “It is illegal … read more
Utility’s organizational restructuring aimed to improve accountability
Utility’s organizational restructuring aimed to improve accountability
The Holley-Navarre Water System board of directors on Tuesday approved an organizational restructuring plan which officials say positions the utility for the future growth of Navarre, ensuring the organization is “financially strong for decades to come.” HNWS Vice President Will Goulet said the move also sets up the utility to be able to hire a … read more
New group formed to fight sex trafficking
New group formed to fight sex trafficking
A new group was recently formed to fight sex trafficking. Santa Rosa Citizens Against Trafficking is welcoming new members, and the organization will soon host an informational public meeting for anyone who wants to learn more about the issue. Skip Orth, owner of Father and Son Landscape in Navarre, not only authored a book about … read more
Gulf Breeze man sentenced to 75 years in prison for child sex abuse
Gulf Breeze man sentenced to 75 years in prison for child sex abuse
State Attorney Bill Eddins announced that Jason Traffanstead, age 41 of Gulf Breeze, was sentenced today by Circuit Judge John Simon. Traffanstead was convicted by a Santa Rosa Jury on January 22, 2018, to two counts of Engaging in an Act Which Constitutes Sexual Battery Upon or With a Child 12 Years of age … read more
Community asked to cheer for heroes cycling through area March 7
Community asked to cheer for heroes cycling through area March 7
Get ready to come out and cheer on veterans and first responders March 7 as Project Hero cyclists ride through South Santa Rosa County on their multi-state ride. During the Project Hero Gulf Coast Challenge 2018, cyclists will be riding from Tallahassee, Florida, to New Orleans, Louisiana from March 5-10. Participants will be stopping for … read more
New high-priority designation will “speed up” U.S. 98 improvements
New high-priority designation will “speed up” U.S. 98 improvements
The Florida Department of Transportation on February 14 added a portion of U.S. 98 to the state’s “high priority” network of transportation facilities. The Strategic Intermodal System designation not only triples the amount of funding for which projects on the corridor can compete but also increases the odds for those projects to receive funding more quickly. … read more
