Special Ops Captain Saves Navarre Newborn’s Life
Special Ops Captain Saves Navarre Newborn’s Life
Capt. Chris Mavron, U.S. Special Operations Command Detachment 1, received a Life-Saving Award from Santa Rosa Sheriff’s Office June 10 in Navarre, Fla. Mavron performed CPR on a two-month old neighbor, who was not breathing. His response cleared her airway and saved her life. (U.S. Air Force photo/Samuel King Jr.) The Acquisitions Officer knew emergency … read more
County Administrator Hired Attorney to Investigate Waste Pro Allegations
County Administrator Hired Attorney to Investigate Waste Pro Allegations
Santa Rosa County Administrator Dan Schebler during the June 8 county commission meeting confirmed he hired an outside attorney to investigate allegations involving county staff related to the county’s contract with Waste Pro. Michelle Anchors of AnchorsGordon law firm, which is located in Okaloosa County, was hired to look into allegations which involve, but are … read more
Police Want Two Suspects for Tuesday’s Pagans Versus Outlaws Bar Fight
Police Want Two Suspects for Tuesday’s Pagans Versus Outlaws Bar Fight
On 6/8/21 at approximately 5:15 pm, Deputies with the Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to 8121 Hwy 90 in Milton. The call was about a shooting at the Spokes and Kickstands bar. Within minutes, Deputies were on scene. During the investigation we learned the following: A fight ensued at the bar between 2 … read more
Adams Sanitation Issues Statement Following Disclosure of Santa Rosa County’s Investigation into Allegations Involving County Staff and Waste Pro
Adams Sanitation Issues Statement Following Disclosure of Santa Rosa County’s Investigation into Allegations Involving County Staff and Waste Pro
Statement from Adams Sanitation in Response to Santa Rosa County Board Meeting of 8 June 2021 We are aware of allegations that came to light in a Santa Rosa County Commission meeting this evening about alleged misconduct relative to Waste Pro’s exclusive no-bid contract to service South Santa Rosa County. We were relieved to learn … read more
2nd Alarm Project Supports First Responders in Aftermath of Tragedies
2nd Alarm Project Supports First Responders in Aftermath of Tragedies
Witnesses saw a first responder break down after attempting to resuscitate a young boy who drowned Saturday in Santa Rosa Sound, and Holley-Navarre Fire Chief Ron Norton during a press conference on Monday discussed a free resource for first responders to deal with the aftermath of such stressful situations. The 2nd Alarm Project was started … read more
Big Brothers Big Sisters of NW FL Names 2021 Michael Robidoux Hero Award Recipient
Big Brothers Big Sisters of NW FL Names 2021 Michael Robidoux Hero Award Recipient
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida (BBBSNWFL) on May 27 surprised dedicated Big Brother and Board Member, Rique Gwin, at The Block in Fort Walton Beach with the 2021 Michael Robidoux Hero Award. Rique is a veteran who served in the United States Air Force for roughly 25 years. Big Brothers Big … read more
Thomas Insurance Owner Arrested; FBI Seeks Victims of Potential Fraud
Thomas Insurance Owner Arrested; FBI Seeks Victims of Potential Fraud
John Michael Thomas, 51, of Pensacola made his initial appearance today on wire fraud charges related to his business, Thomas Insurance, LLC. A federal criminal complaint was filed on March 12, 2021, charging Thomas with selling fraudulent insurance policies to his clients in exchange for approximately $4 million in insurance premium payments. On April 1, … read more
Pensacola School Bus Driver Wins $1M on Scratch-off Ticket
Pensacola School Bus Driver Wins $1M on Scratch-off Ticket
The Florida Lottery announces that Gregory Thomas, 52, of Pensacola, claimed a $1 million top prize from THE FASTEST ROAD TO $1,000,000 Scratch-Off game at Florida Lottery Headquarters in Tallahassee. He chose to receive his winnings as a one-time, lump-sum payment of $790,000.00. Thomas, a school bus driver of 30 years, claimed his prize a mere hours … read more
Pensacola State College “Kids College” Opens June 7
Pensacola State College “Kids College” Opens June 7
Pensacola State College’s popular Kids College has courses and classes designed to educate and entertain children no matter their interests. There are science camps, art camps, sports camps and so much more to help stimulate and develop growing minds and bodies. “What makes our Kids College special is the variety,” said Deven Walther Thead, PSC … read more
OPINION: Compassion and Kindness Needed Amidst Injuries and Tragedies
OPINION: Compassion and Kindness Needed Amidst Injuries and Tragedies
Last night we were behind the new souvenir shop across from Winn Dixie, watching the incredible rescue effort to save the life of a 5-year-old child who went missing in Santa Rosa Sound. He was eventually located in the water not far from Navarre Beach Bridge. Unfortunately, he did not survive. I can’t begin to … read more
