Tough Mudder a “big win” for tourism – $1.5 m economic boost for county
Tough Mudder a “big win” for tourism – $1.5 m economic boost for county
A study by the University of West Florida’s Haas Center for Business Research and Economic Development shows the 2016 Tough Mudder event generated a regional economic impact of nearly $2.8 million. “The Haas Center report confirms what most of us already knew, the Tough Mudder event was unquestionably a big win for our county … read more
Candidates have their say
Candidates have their say
The Santa Rosa Women’s Republican Club hosted a June 28 candidates forum for the Republican candidates for Santa Rosa County Sheriff at the Club at Hidden Creek in Navarre. Candidates Bob Johnson and Robert “Robby” Way attended the forum, where the two men were given an opportunity to answer questions from the club and also … read more
Executive director leaving utility
Executive director leaving utility
Holley-Navarre Water System President Bien May has confirmed that the board accepted the resignation of Executive Director Billy Sublett. “At this time we’re not planning to fill the position,” May said. “We are going to spread out his duties.” According to May, the future plans for the executive director position are unknown at this time. … read more
EDITORIAL: Stop dirty politics
EDITORIAL: Stop dirty politics
The always classy Santa Rosa Federated Republican Women’s group hosted a debate Tuesday between Republican candidates for Santa Rosa County Sheriff. These well-heeled and well-informed ladies provided an informative forum to learn more about each candidate. The debate was moderated by Yvonne Harper, who is exceptionally knowledgeable about local politics and government operations at the … read more
No advisories for local waters
No advisories for local waters
Following an erroneous report by an Georgia television station about water advisories at Florida Panhandle beaches, local tourism officials prompted the Florida Department of Health’s Escambia County office to issue a statement affirming there are no advisories for local waters. “Escambia County currently does not have any advisories issued for local marine waters. This week’s and last week’s sampling did not … read more
NABOR announces candidate endorsements
NABOR announces candidate endorsements
The Navarre Area Board of Realtors today announced their endorsements for several local races. According to Association Executive, Angela Campbell, after NABOR hosted a forum, the following candidates received the nod from NABOR: Bob Johnson – Santa Rosa County Sheriff Stan Colie Nichols – Santa Rosa County Tax Collector Sam Parker – Santa Rosa County Commissioner … read more
Wanted man nabbed in Milton
Wanted man nabbed in Milton
A man wanted for burglary has been caught. According to Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office Chief Deputy Bob Johnson, 38-year-old Jim Domingues was apprehended tonight in Milton. Deputies with the Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office, with the assistance of a Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission helicopter, located Domingues, who was wanted for burglary of a … read more
Walmart Neighborhood Market possibly coming to West Navarre
Walmart Neighborhood Market possibly coming to West Navarre
Although a Walmart spokesman would not give official confirmation, it is anticipated that a Walmart Neighborhood Market is being planned for U.S. Highway 98 on an 18-acre parcel near West Navarre Primary School. That news came after a source close to project development confirmed a Neighborhood Market would be built on a purchased plat of … read more
Local races heat up
Local races heat up
With last-minute, write-in candidates signing up and other candidates withdrawing from races and resigning from office to run, it’s been a busy week at the Santa Rosa County Supervisor of Elections office, leading up to tomorrow’s qualification deadline. “We’re keeping the website updated as people come in,” said Supervisor of Elections Tappie Villane, who so far is unopposed … read more
Wyrosdick challenger withdraws from race
Wyrosdick challenger withdraws from race
Navarre resident Paul “Bart” Steele told South Santa Rosa News that this morning he withdrew from the Santa Rosa County Superintendent’s race, leaving current Superintendent Tim Wyrosdick without opposition leading up to tomorrow’s candidate qualification deadline. Steele is the second candidate to pull out of the race for Wyrosdick’s seat. Former school district administrator Stewart “Buddy” … read more
