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PUBLIX BEACH BOWL CUP
Dolphins, Raiders covet new grid trophy
Representatives of Publix Supermarkets, Gulf Breeze News, Gulf Breeze High School and Navarre High gather in Gulf Breeze on Sunday for the unveiling of the Publix Beach Bowl Cup presented by Gulf Breeze News. The nearly 3-foot-tall trophy will be awarded annually to the winner of the Gulf Breeze-Navarre football game now known as the 'Beach Bowl. More...
Henderson wins Council Seat B race over Hoffman
Second try for city government spot the charm for ex-Navy man
BY JOE CULPEPPER Gulf Breeze News joe@gulfbreezenews.com

As the final hours of his campaign for City Council Seat B wound down, Joe Henderson stood outside Precinct 22 last Tuesday with a distinct look of reservation on his face. "When I ran two years ago, I lost by (247) votes, and it hurt," Henderson later admitted. "I didn't want to get my hopes up. More...

Broxson was instrumental in funding UWF
Last in a 2-part series
BY PAM BRANNON Gulf Breeze News news@gulfbreezenews.com

John Broxson was serving his first term in the Florida House of Representatives in 1963 when he and several other Northwest Florida Representatives decided it was time to end the 'talk' and take action on having a public university in the Panhandle. More...

 Community
• article has image Santa Rosa strongly supports McCain
Gulf Breeze propels Ford past surprising upstart May
Americans overwhelmingly elected Illinois Sen. Barack Obama as the 44th President of the United States, but Santa Rosa County did not give the Democrat much of the same love. Santa Rosans by a nearly 3-to-1 margin supported Republican Arizona Sen. John McCain and his running mate, Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin, in the general election. The GOP ticket garnered 55,843 votes (73. More...
• SANTA ROSA ELECTION RESULTS
• article has image 'Meatball' the dog has about as many lives as a typical cat
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 Island News
• article has image The best lessons occur by observing
I came across this reading that applies especially for parents, but certainly has implications for all of us, whether teachers, friends, etc. When you thought I wasn't looking I saw you hang my first painting on the refrigerator, and I immediately wanted to paint another one. More...
• article has image Beach Optimists 'scrub in' for new year project
• 'Joy for the Beach' holiday concert Dec. 7
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 Entertainment
• article has image 'So You Think You Can Dance' tour hits Pensacola
THINGS TO DO
Local fans of America's #1 sizzling summer show, "So You Think You Can Dance," can see their favorite stars perform live on stage in this fall's highly anticipated tour which hits Pensacola on Nov. 14. The show will feature hit routines from the TV show as well as original pieces created just for the tour. More...
• article has image New DVD releases offer drama, fun
• Coats For Kids drive under way; 16-year-olds can donate blood
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 News
• article has image Gulf Coast Community Bank opens
Karen Murphy/Gulf Breeze News Gulf Breeze's newest financial institution, Gulf Coast Community Bank, opened for business last week with a grand celebration at the bank's fifth location at 2871 Gulf Breeze Parkway near The Breeze Theatre. Among those on hand to welcome guests and dignitaries were, from left: community member Robert Randle; Cathy Burleigh, branch manager; Ann Marie Sport, customer service representative, downtown branch; Pam Caddell, advisory board; and Buzz Ritchie, President of GCCB. More...
• Youth leave damage at local church
• County teachers, subs waiting to learn fate for 2009-10 year
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 School
• Gulf Breeze High Honor Rolls released
Mr. Sylvan Ladner, principal of Gulf Breeze High School, is pleased to announce the Honor Roll for the first 9- weeks grading period of the 2008-09 school year. To be included on the 'A' Honor Roll a student must have received a nine-weeks grade of 90 or higher in each subject. More...
• OBES Honor Roll announced
• GBMS Honor Roll released
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 Sports
• article has image Tigers out 'big play' Dolphins
Big runs, passes by Lavoie the difference as PHS earns runner up spot
For 10 minutes on Friday, the Dolphin football team looked prepared to be heading to a shootout. Then the PHS Tigers would score on its next two possessions and never trailed again as they defeated the Dolphins 28-7 on Senior Night at Dolphin Stadium. More...
• article has image Timeout prompts quick history lesson
• Dolphins, Raiders close out season Friday
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 Obituaries
• THURSTON HAUKE
1917-2008
Thurston Roland Hauke, 91, of Gulf Breeze, died Sunday, Nov. 2, at his home. Hauke was born Oct. 17, 1917, in Pennsylvania. The family planned a private service at Barrancas National Cemetery with military honors. Arrangements were entrusted to Rose Lawn Funeral Home of Gulf Breeze. The public can offer condolences, share memories and sign the guestbook at www. More...
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 Calendar of Events
• Events
Thursday, Nov. 13 Santa Rosa County Commission 9 a.m., County Administrative Center, 6495 Caroline Street, Milton Gulf Breeze Area Chamber of Commerce Breakfast Committee noon, Chamber Conference Room, 409 Gulf Breeze Parkway, More...
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 Seniors
• article has image Do 2-table Thanksgivings still exist?
I recently spent four days in Ocala with the Florida Silver-Haired Legislature and, now back in Gulf Breeze, I am moving on through the busy two months that will see the end of 2008. There is something happening almost every day of these months (and I hope you didn't forget that we are back on Standard Time! More...
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 Business
• article has image Original Basket Boutique delivers quality personal, corporate gifts
Sheri Beckham, Owner The Original Basket Boutique Harbourtown #22 Gulf Breeze, Fl
Q: Sheri, tell us a little about yourself and your business, The Original Basket Boutique. A: My business is "The Original Basket Boutique" in Gulf Breeze, in Harbourtown Shopping Village, suite #22. I have a bachelor's degree in fashion merchandising and a background in art. More...
• Keep statement of professional objectives
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 Home & Garden
• article has image Enjoy upscale waterfront living at Driftwood
Best of in-city convenience, waterfront living combine in new Gulf Breeze proper development
Gulf Breeze is a small southern community that has most everything to offer its residents - a wonderful park system, upscale shopping, first-class medical and hospital facilities, multiple dining locales and a sidewalk system that connects residents and visitors to the core of Gulf Breeze proper. More...
• article has image Kristen Marks: Answers to your questions about wills and probate
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 Opinion
• article has image It's time to unite behind Obama
I congratulate Presidentelect Barack Obama on his historic victory. Our nation's democracy is a shining example admired throughout the world for its ability to peacefully transition from one leader to another. We in America can never take this process for granted. More...
• article has image Cartoon
• Project Graduation seeks your suppor t
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 Legals
• LEGALS
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT MTAG CUST/BROADWAY ASSET MGMT holder of the following Tax Sale Certificate has filed said Tax Certificate for the Tax Deed to be issued thereon. More...
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