Locals Aim to Stop Youth Suicides
Locals Aim to Stop Youth Suicides
Since 2016 there have been 10 known youth suicides in Santa Rosa County, and following the suicide of a Navarre High School freshman last year, a group has decided to fund Hope Squads in local schools. Daniel Sinnett was only 14 years old when he took his own life. Friends say his smile could lighten … read more
Pensacola EggFest is back!
Pensacola EggFest is back!
The biggest barbecue party in the South is back on Nov.14, 2021. The annual foodie favorite, held at Pensacola Blue Wahoos Stadium, raises money for local charities while serving up tasty barbecue creations. The event hosts barbecue teams and backyard grillers from all over the U.S. who share two things in common, a love of cooking … read more
Santa Rosa COVID-19 Positivity Rate Increases 4.4% in One Week, Hospitals Limit Visitations
Santa Rosa COVID-19 Positivity Rate Increases 4.4% in One Week, Hospitals Limit Visitations
The Florida Department of Health on July 30 reported 772 positive COVID-19 cases in Santa Rosa County. That’s up from 441 cases the week prior, and a 4.4-percent increase in positivity rates. Vaccinations are available at the FDOH-Santa Rosa. For appointment locations and times, call 850-983-5200 and select the option for scheduling COVID-19 vaccines. FDOH-Santa … read more
As Navarre Says Goodbye to Pullum, Pullum says Goodbye to Navarre
As Navarre Says Goodbye to Pullum, Pullum says Goodbye to Navarre
A Celebration of Life will take place Sunday, August 1 for Bill Pullum, an humble, Vietnam war hero who helped shape Navarre from a small beach town into a bustling tourist destination. On Monday, August 2 he will be interred at Barrancas National Cemetery. But not before one final “goodbye” drive through Navarre. “Dad’s wish … read more
Pensacola State College Reinstates Mandatory Masks
Pensacola State College Reinstates Mandatory Masks
Pensacola State College will reinstate a mandatory indoor mask policy on Monday, Aug. 2. The policy applies to both vaccinated and unvaccinated students, faculty, employees and visitors. PSC President Ed Meadows made the July 28 announcement, citing CDC guidelines recommending fully vaccinated people should wear a mask in public indoor settings if they are in areas … read more
Governor DeSantis Reduces Tolls for Garcon Point Bridge
Governor DeSantis Reduces Tolls for Garcon Point Bridge
Senator Doug Broxson, right, with his long-time Chief of Staff, Kevin Brown. Photo by Romi White. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced that he has directed the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) to reduce the toll rates on the Garcon Point Bridge from $4.50 to $2.30 for SunPass customers and from $5.00 to $2.75 for … read more
First District Court Sides with Home Builders and Affirm Injunction on Santa Rosa County’s School Impact Fee
First District Court Sides with Home Builders and Affirm Injunction on Santa Rosa County’s School Impact Fee
Validating its assertions that Santa Rosa County’s school impact fee was inaccurately calculated and legally flawed, the Home Builders Association of West Florida and 11 additional plaintiffs applaud the July 28, 2021, decision by the First District Court of Appeal to affirm Santa Rosa Circuit Court Judge Darlene Dickey’s temporary injunction against collection of the … read more
Commissioners Wright and Calkins “Battle” During Board Meeting
Commissioners Wright and Calkins “Battle” During Board Meeting
Santa Rosa County District 5 Commissioner Colten Wright and District 3 Commissioner James Calkins got into a verbal altercation during the board’s July 27 meeting. Chairman Dave Piech called a recess to help diffuse the argument, which was quickly resolved. The infighting started when Wright made a motion to ban personal cell phone use during … read more
Commissioner Opposes Time Limits on Public Forum, Meetings
Commissioner Opposes Time Limits on Public Forum, Meetings
District 3 Commissioner James Calkins says he does not support limiting public forum to one hour nor capping Santa Rosa County Board of County Commission meetings to six hours, including the forum portion. “We are paid well to listen to citizens who want to address or question how their local government operates, and I will … read more
OPINION: Pensacola News Journal Caught in Lies
OPINION: Pensacola News Journal Caught in Lies
Gulf Coast Gun Owner Chris Smith pictured at the podium during a 2021 county commission meeting. Santa Rosa County Administrator Dan Schebler isn’t the only one who has been busted for telling a lie when he said Santa Rosa County didn’t receive state road money because the state ran out of funding. Pensacola News Journal … read more
