New Navarre Chamber CEO to start Tuesday
New Navarre Chamber CEO to start Tuesday
Judy Morehead of Navarre has been selected as the next CEO of the Navarre Area Chamber of Commerce. She’s scheduled to start her new job Tuesday. The chamber has been dealing with the community’s response and board member resignations in the aftermath of the unexpected firing of former CEO Tony Alexander. Here is the letter … read more
Kids take joyride in mom’s SUV — again
Kids take joyride in mom’s SUV — again
Submitted photo Two Gulf Breeze Police Department officers pulled over a black SUV during morning rush hour on U.S. 98 after a caller reported the vehicle was moving “erratically” then noticed a child behind the wheel. The 12-year-old driver and his 7-year-old passenger are brothers, and they awoke before their mother, taking the SUV eastbound … read more
South Santa Rosa News has job openings!
South Santa Rosa News has job openings!
South Santa Rosa News is seeking experienced, professional writers who practice AP Style. Freelance writers are encouraged to apply. We’re also looking for part-time support staff to assist with layout using Adobe software, specifically InDesign. Additionally, we’re searching for salespersons. Forward resumes to publisher@southsantarosanews.com. https://www.journalismjobs.com/job-listings/1624701
Commission to discuss penny sales tax
Commission to discuss penny sales tax
Monday morning, Santa Rosa County Commissioners will further discuss plans to add a one-cent sales tax to next year’s ballot. Commissioners say they need the additional tax for Sheriff’s Office equipment, parks and recreation facilities, stormwater projects and a new courthouse. Earlier this year, County Administrator Hunter Walker proposed the board increase revenues by … read more
Fourth candidate prefiles in Sheriff’s race
Fourth candidate prefiles in Sheriff’s race
Henry “Hank” Shirah, Director of Public Safety/Chief of Police for Pensacola State College, has prefiled as a candidate for Santa Rosa County Sheriff. Sheriff Wendell Hall announced he will not seek re-election, and Shirah is the fourth candidate to sign up for the race. Hall has endorsed Major Bob Johnson, a 22-year veteran of the … read more
Commissioner Cole missed Oct. 2 court hearing
Commissioner Cole missed Oct. 2 court hearing
Santa Rosa County Commissioner Bob Cole did not show up for his Oct. 2 mandatory court hearing related to a Sunshine Law violation charge. Assistant State Attorney Greg Marcille reports Cole called the court to advise he would be unable to make the appearance before County Judge Jose Giraud. The non-criminal violation charge was filed … read more
City hosting public hearing on utility increase
City hosting public hearing on utility increase
The City of Gulf Breeze is expected to hold a Public Hearing on an increase in water and sewer rates and a 3 percent surcharge for South Santa Rosa Utility customers at their Monday City Council meeting. After the hearing, the City council could implement the utility bill increase and make it effective as soon … read more
Motorist takes out Navarre Dog park fence
Motorist takes out Navarre Dog park fence
UPDATE – Oct. 2: The fence has been repaired. An unidentified motorist took out the dog park fence located on High School Boulevard in Navarre Sunday night, and the county is waiting to find out further details about the incident. A county worker was spotted at the large dog park Monday morning assessing the damage … read more
Drunk driver strikes GB digital sign – again
Drunk driver strikes GB digital sign – again
A motorist, who admitted to drinking alcohol, was to blame for knocking out the City of Gulf Breeze digital reader board early Monday morning. This was the second time in a little over two years that a person driving under the influence took out the sign. Back in April 2013, a drunk Gulf Breeze driver … read more
PHOTO OF THE WEEK
PHOTO OF THE WEEK
Talented local photographer John Starrett captured this stunning sunset yesterday at Navarre Beach Fishing Pier. Like his page Jonmonfish Imagery on Facebook!
