TDC streamlines schedule
TDC streamlines schedule
The Santa Rosa County Tourist Development Council, an advisory board which includes stakeholders in the tourism industry who make recommendations for the use of county bed tax funds to county commissioners, has restructured its committees and meeting schedule. Previously the council had subcommittees in the south end and north end of the county which met … read more
NABOR declares 2017 leadership slate
NABOR declares 2017 leadership slate
They say great leaders are born…and this past week a new crop answered their calling when they were successfully selected as the Navarre Area Board of Realtors (NABOR) 2017 governing body. NABOR has long since enjoyed the respect of its members, local government and the community at large. So far this year, they’ve donated $40,000 … read more
Charting a new course for Navarre
Charting a new course for Navarre
Photo credit Amie Williamson District 4 County Commissioner Rob Williamson doesn’t shy away from addressing tough, controversial issues. He’s aimed at making progress, and people are paying attention. On Tuesday, Williamson hosted a public meeting on the “Heart of Navarre” Tourism Corridor, and an overflow crowd of about 75 people packed the Navarre Visitor Information … read more
Hiring event Friday at Santa Rosa Correctional Institution
Hiring event Friday at Santa Rosa Correctional Institution
The Florida Department of Corrections will host a recruitment event at Santa Rosa Correctional Institution. WHAT: The Florida Department of Corrections is seeking qualified individuals to join our agency. If possible, please bring the following: driver’s license, legible copy of birth certificate, social security card, high school diploma, GED or college transcripts and any … read more
Navarre Beach Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation expenditures
Navarre Beach Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation expenditures
More documents will be posted soon. Story will be posted Friday.
Hurricane Hunter flight planned this afternoon for Invest 97L
Hurricane Hunter flight planned this afternoon for Invest 97L
Graphic: www.wunderground.com Although Invest 97L has a 90 percent change of further development into Tropical Depression Matthew by this weekend, models suggest the storm will take a sharp northern turn after entering the Southeast Caribbean. Currently sustained winds are 35 mph. According to the National Hurricane Center, as of 1 a.m., C.D.T the storm was located … read more
EDITORIAL: Let’s be honest
EDITORIAL: Let’s be honest
When I worked as a spokesperson for the Santa Rosa County Board of County Commissioners in 2006-2007, I learned a lot. In fact, I came to know so much about the inner workings of our local government that it transformed me into a watchdog. Toward the end of the 2006 fiscal year I was handed … read more
Citizens speak out against property taxes
Citizens speak out against property taxes
Navarre resident Debbie Gunnoe was one of many residents who addressed county commissioners during last night’s final budget hearing. Notice of a proposed $2.1 million property tax increase published Sept. 14 prompted nearly 50 people to attend Santa Rosa County’s final budget hearing Tuesday night. But despite pleas from the crowd, commissioners approved the levy … read more
Packed house for historic chamber meeting
Packed house for historic chamber meeting
There was a standing-room-only crowd at the Sept. 13 charter membership meeting of the newly formed Greater Navarre Area Chamber of Commerce. “The tremendous turnout reinforces our decision to start The Greater Navarre Area Chamber of Commerce,” said CEO Tony Alexander. “It’s obvious there is a want and desire for a strong advocate for business … read more
Property tax hike proposed
Property tax hike proposed
At a Sept. 20 public hearing Santa Rosa County Commissioners will decide whether or not to levy a roughly $2.1 million increase in property taxes. Commissioner Chairman Lane Lynchard said the 6.0953 millage rate will remain the same it has been for around eight years. “Any increase in property tax revenue is due to new … read more
