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
Threat of violence at Navarre High School
Threat of violence at Navarre High School
Law enforcement is on scene at Navarre High School. Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office spokesman Rich Aloy confirms last night SRSO got a tip about “threats of violence.” He could not provide further details at this time. However, Aloy said deputies will be patroling the campus throughout the day. Navarre High School Principal Brian Noack … read more
Two Navarre groups named IMPACT 100 finalists
Two Navarre groups named IMPACT 100 finalists
IMPACT 100 announced its 2016 grant finalists today, and two Navarre organizations made the cut. Gulf Coast Kiln Walk Society, based in Holley, and Navarre Beach Marine Science Station’s Coastal Conservation Corp were selected as finalists. IMPACT 100 Pensacola Bay Area, a local philanthropy group, announced 15 finalists. Ten of those 15 will each receive … read more
School playground temporarily closed for repairs
School playground temporarily closed for repairs
News about the closure of Holley-Navarre Intermediate School’s playground spread Monday on social media — along with some misinformation. HNIS Principal Beth Mosley confirms the playground has been temporarily closed following a routine inspection. But Assistant Superintendent of Schools Joey Harrell said reports that the playground is “condemned” are not true. Harrell said as per … read more
BIGGER, better “Girls Day Out” set for Oct. 1
BIGGER, better “Girls Day Out” set for Oct. 1
An event started last year by two local businesswomen is turning into an annual effort to help lift up women in our area. Founded by Cherie Rice, a realtor with Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate in Navarre, and Sarah M. Hasty, a New York Life Insurance Company agent, the 2nd Annual Navarre Women’s Expo … read more
Local attorney resigns from chamber board
Local attorney resigns from chamber board
Navarre attorney Robert Collins has resigned from the Navarre Beach Area Chamber of Commerce. “His vacancy will be filled at the October board meeting,” said CEO Judy Morehead, who said the board accepted Collins’ resignation at their September meeting. So far this year the organization has lost five board members in addition to Collins: Gary Fields, … read more
Attorney: Justice prevailed for Sam Druggish
Attorney: Justice prevailed for Sam Druggish
Charges against a Navarre resident accused of sexual assault on a minor were dismissed Sept. 2 by the State of Florida. Sam Druggish, 73, had been facing life in prison for the capital felony case. Druggish was arrested Dec. 17, 2015 and charged with multiple counts of sexual assault on a minor by a custodian … read more
Commissioners delay courthouse discussion
Commissioners delay courthouse discussion
Santa Rosa County Commissioners this morning decided to wait until a full board of five is sworn before holding further discussions about funding a new county courthouse. Voters during the Aug. 30 primary election shot down a third effort by the county to levy a local sales tax to fund a new county courthouse in … read more
