Automated car washes planned for east and west Navarre
Automated car washes planned for east and west Navarre
Ronny’s Car Wash is planning to construct two automated car washes along U.S. 98 in Navarre with a goal of completion before the end of 2018. “We are coming to Navarre,” said DJ Whitbey, local manager of the business. According to Whitbey, the facilities will be constructed on U.S. 98 at Coral Street and U.S. … read more
Fireworks planned for Gulf Breeze Springfest
Fireworks planned for Gulf Breeze Springfest
The Gulf Breeze City Council on Wednesday will discuss authorization of a fireworks show during the March 24 Springfest event at Shoreline Park. During the February 5 City Council meeting, the council authorized the expenditure of $15,000 from Tourist Development Council funds for Springfest 2018 with a portion of the expenditure earmarked for for the … read more
COPS television show could film in Santa Rosa County
COPS television show could film in Santa Rosa County
Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office Spokesman Sgt. Rich Aloy has confirmed that the COPS reality television series will be filming in Santa Rosa County soon. “They will be here filming for about 8 weeks starting sometime in about April,” Aloy said. “They will be filming evening shifts.” However, Aloy points out plans are tentative at … read more
Escambia Sheriff’s Office requests K9 event at Tiger Point Golf Course
Escambia Sheriff’s Office requests K9 event at Tiger Point Golf Course
Santa Rosa County K9 Sgt. Roman Jackson pictured during a K9 demonstration. SRSO hosted the event in 2017. The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office will be hosting the 2018 United States Police Canine Association Field Trials during the week of March 5- 9, and they’re asking to use Tiger Point Golf Course for the event. Approximately 50 canine teams from … read more
More details emerge on “Heart of Navarre” development
More details emerge on “Heart of Navarre” development
Santa Rosa County District 4 Commissioner Rob Williamson today revealed more plans for the roughly 33-acre property adjacent to Publix in Navarre. Navarre Beach Crossings, LLC, a corporation with partners including Craig Kruse and Chandler Huff, purchased the acreage January 26 for around $5.5 million. The partners, in conjunction with Merg Hoffman, who will oversee … read more
Florida Senate approves legislation to protect Gulf Range
Florida Senate approves legislation to protect Gulf Range
Senator Doug Broxson (R, Pensacola) and Representative Mel Ponder, (R, Destin) in October filed resolutions to extend the current moratorium on drilling in the Gulf of Mexico east of the Military Mission Line. The Florida Senate this afternoon approved the legislation, which was also adopted by the House of Representatives. “Our economy in Northwest Florida … read more
Williamson leads District 4 campaign contributions
Williamson leads District 4 campaign contributions
The two Republican candidates vying for the District 4 county commission seat submitted required January campaign reports ahead of the February 12 deadline. Results show incumbent Rob Williamson with more than a ten-fold lead over challenger David Piech. With roughly six months until the August 28 primary election, Williamson has amassed $75,959.01 and expended $8,092 … read more
“Exciting” commercial development planned for Navarre
“Exciting” commercial development planned for Navarre
A large commercial development, including a movie theater and restaurants, is planned for roughly 33 acres which was recently purchased next to Publix Shopping Center in Navarre. Santa Rosa County District 4 Commissioner Rob Williamson described the project as “exciting.” “Nothing is signed yet. They’ve just closed on the property. This has been a lot … read more
Santa Rosa tourism revenues continue to climb
Santa Rosa tourism revenues continue to climb
Santa Rosa County Tourist Development Staff pictured left to right: Nicole Dees, Julie Morgan, Linda Tutt, Monica McBrien and Al Wilson. The latest Santa Rosa County tourist tax revenue report was released this week, and it shows a 20-percent spike in December — compared to the same month in 2016. Overall, the county had a … read more
Local hunter safety courses available
Local hunter safety courses available
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is offering free hunter safety courses this month. Students who have taken the online course and wish to complete the classroom portion must bring the online-completion report with them. All firearms, ammunition and materials are provided free of charge. Students should bring a pen or pencil and … read more
