North Santa Rosa
Archive for: August, 2014

OPEN MIC FEATURES NEW POET LAUREATE

Jamey Jones, the new Poet Laureate of Northwest Florida and instructor at Pensacola State, opens the August 19 Third Tuesday Open Mic with a reading of his poetry. Jones, a fifth generation Pensacolian, holds a Mastsers of Fine Arts in Creative Writing from Long Island University and is well known in national and local poetry […]

Flomaton Speedway Results

From 8/16/14 Pure Stock Feature 1st Richie Beasley 2nd Ryan Crane 3rd Josh Huss Nesmith Street Stock-Feature 1st Wayne Hawthorne 2nd Stuart Wilson 3rd Tim McCurdy Tuners-Feature 1st-Tim Witherington 2nd-Allen Walker 3rd Keith Bonga   Vintage-Feature 1st Kraig Crossley-Milton, Fl 2nd Jamie Mozingo 3rd Kenny Tanter          

Chumuckla Girl Seeks Seizure Response Assistance Dog

Skylar Morgan, a 9-year-old Chumuckla resident who suffers from cerebral palsy and intractable epilepsy, desperately wants to be the girl with the cool dog. Skylar has been the girl with the seizures and the girl with the ankle braces long enough.  She’s ready for an image as cool as she is, and with a little […]

Willie Dan King

Willie Dan King age 72 of Munson, Florida passed away on August 8, 2014 in Pensacola, Florida. A visitation will be held Monday August 11, 2014 at Jay Funeral Home from 6-8 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, August 12,2014, at 10:30 a.m. at Beaver Creek Baptist Church in Munson, Florida.

Living With Purpose

In 2009, the United States Census Bureau reported over 24 million children lived apart from their biological father. This figure represented 33 percent of America’s children at the time; up from 11 percent in 1960. Whatever may have caused the separation of children from their father, a developing child needs the love, companionship, and time […]

HEALTH OFFICIALS REMIND RESIDENTS, VISITORS TO TAKE PRECAUTIONS TO PREVENT MOSQUITO BORNE ILLNESSES

Milton, FL – Mosquitoes can cause more than annoying, itching bites. They can also carry illnesses like West Nile Virus, Eastern Equine Encephalitis, Saint Louis Encephalitis, and Dengue Fever. The Florida Department of Health in Santa Rosa County would like to remind residents and visitors about the importance of preventing mosquito bites to protect themselves […]

Police Chase ends in Arrests

This evening at approximately 1550 hrs, a Deputy with the Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle near the intersection of Hamilton Bridge Rd and Windham Rd in Milton. As the Deputy approached the vehicle the driver sped off. The Deputy had to take evasive actions to avoid being struck […]

21st Annual Golf Tournament

21st Annual Chamber Golf Tournament The Dan McKenzie Classic Presented By: McKenzie Motors Friday, October 3rd Stonebrook Golf Club SPECIAL SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITY (One) Beverage Cart Sponsorship Available Includes: Exclusive signage on Beverage Cart Opportunity to distribute promotional items Recognition in video awards Logo tee sign at clubhouse Recognition on 500 full color registration fliers Recognition […]

Cora Baptist Church-105 Years

Cora Baptist Church will be celebrating homecoming on August 10th. This will mark 105 years of continuous service to our Lord. The Keith Rowell Family will be in concert with former pastor Rev. Burdette Docter bringing the message. The service will begin at 10am followed by lunch. Everyone is invited to attend.​

Jay High School Season Passes on sale for a limited time

Season Tickets for Jay High School Sport passes will go on sale from August 11th thru August 22nd. Cost will be $200.00 for family and $125.00 for individuals. You can purchase these tickets in the Jay High School Front Office. See Mrs. Lynn Atkins between the hours of 7:30 – 11:30. GO ROYALS!