Sheriffs Hosts Press Conference on Spanevelo’s Federal Indictment
Sheriffs Hosts Press Conference on Spanevelo’s Federal Indictment
Marcus Spanevelo, 35, the ex-boyfriend of the late Cassi Carli, was indicted Wednesday by a federal grand jury on a kidnapping charge. “This guy is going to spend the rest of his life in prison or get the death penalty,” Santa Rosa County Sheriff Bob Johnson said during a Thursday press conference. “Mr. Spanevelo is … read more
Rudman Files Bills for Military Support
Rudman Files Bills for Military Support
Newly installed Florida House District 3 Representative Joel Rudman has filed three of seven bills he can sponsor during the upcoming legislative session. Two of the bills provide support the military community. Rudman’s first sponsorship was HB 209, a recall bill, which would enable the removal of county officers and commissioners. That bill, has failed … read more
Waste Pro Out of Compliance with Lack of Bear-Resistant Carts
Waste Pro Out of Compliance with Lack of Bear-Resistant Carts
FWC photo Waste Pro, per its franchise agreement with Santa Rosa County, must provide bear-resistant carts upon request for an additional fee. However, according to company representatives, such carts have not been available and are not expected to become available. According to its July 9, 2020 amended residential solid waste and recycling collection franchise agreement … read more
Shooting Leads to Felony Weapons and Fentanyl Trafficking Charges
Shooting Leads to Felony Weapons and Fentanyl Trafficking Charges
Jesse Benjamin Alcala, 39, was booked January 15 into Santa Rosa County Jail on multiple felony charges, including Fentanyl trafficking and possession of a weapon or ammo by a convicted Florida felon, following a January 14 shooting incident at a Gulf Breeze home. Alcala reportedly shot a male outside of a home located at 5540 … read more
Rising Costs for Police and Fire Support Threaten Future of Navarre Beach Mardi Gras Parade
Rising Costs for Police and Fire Support Threaten Future of Navarre Beach Mardi Gras Parade
The future of the most popular event on Navarre Beach is uncertain after organizers of the 37th Annual Mardi Gras parade say they were presented bills totaling more than $5,000 for law enforcement security and fire department support. “It could be the last year,” said Navarre Krewe of Jesters President Deb Carrier, who said Santa … read more
Milton Man Found Guilty of Molesting 12-year-old Girl
Milton Man Found Guilty of Molesting 12-year-old Girl
Antonio Jay White was found guilty January 13, 2022 of Lewd or Lascivious Molestation (Victim Less Than 12 Years of Age) by a Santa Rosa County Jury. White committed the offense against the eleven-year-old child on April 3, 2020 in a bedroom in his home in Milton. The child was staying at White’s residence while … read more
Holley Man Booked for Fentanyl/Amphetamine Trafficking
Holley Man Booked for Fentanyl/Amphetamine Trafficking
Cameron Gillilan, 31, of Holley, was booked January 13 into Santa Rosa County Jail after deputies initially busted him August 26 for Fentanyl and amphetamine trafficking. Gillilan’s address when booked January 13 was listed as 3251 Bob Tolbert Road, the location of Rebecca’s Hollow Trailer Park, which is owned by Wendy Greene. Two people died … read more
State of Florida Reverses Course on Brock Hamilton Prosecution
State of Florida Reverses Course on Brock Hamilton Prosecution
Myrick “Brock” Hamilton, 46, previously served 38 months of a 54-month prison sentence for charges including 6 counts of burglary, trafficking in stolen property, 4 counts of grand theft and selling, dealing or manufacturing meth. He was released May 31, 2021 and since then has been arrested three times: August 22, 2022 for a felony … read more
City Council Reaffirms Wastewater Treatment Facility Plan in 6-2 Vote
City Council Reaffirms Wastewater Treatment Facility Plan in 6-2 Vote
The Milton City Council by a 6-2 vote during last night’s council meeting approved moving forward with plans for its new wastewater treatment plan project, which will be built in East Milton. The action was taken one day after Mayor Heather Lindsay asked the Santa Rosa County Board of County Commissioners to move forward … read more
Local Business Owners Strive to be Good Neighbors
Local Business Owners Strive to be Good Neighbors
Heather and Daniel Scruggs, owner of Navarre Drywall believe in serving the community. Over the years the couple have been recognized by both the Navarre Beach Area Chamber of Commerce and the Navarre Area Board of Realtors. “We love this community and love giving back,” Heather said. “Most of all we Thank God for without … read more
