PJC branch to be discussed today
      The Gulf Breeze Area Chamber of Commerce Education Task Force is sponsoring a joint meeting with the Navarre Beach Area Chamber today, Nov. 20, at 11:30 a.m. at Woodlawn Beach Middle School. Special guest will be Dr. Martin Gonzalez of Pensacola Junior College, who will speak about the planned So...
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Purse-snatcher sought
      The Santa Rosa County Sheriff's Office is attempting to identify a black female responsible for approximately 13 wallet thefts that have occurred at the Walmart in Navarre and Pace, and the Publix and Winn Dixie in Pace.
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Man faces sentencing
      A Navarre man will face sentencing Jan. 8 for a hit and run Sept. 1 that resulted in two deaths. He could face up to 30 years in state prison. It's now all up to Judge Ron Swanson.
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PJC Spring Registration already under way on-line
      Web registration is going on now for Pensacola Junior College's 2009 spring semester. On-campus registration starts Dec. 15 at all PJC campuses. Classes start Jan. 8. Students can select from four sessions: Session A (16 weeks) is Jan.
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Coyote on prowl
      Gulf Breeze News reader Tim Massey took this picture of a coyote traipsing through his backyard at 2529 Shadow Ridge Court in Grand Pointe just after dawn on Monday, Nov. 10. "I was just drinking my morning coffee watching the news when two coyotes appeared in my yard," Massey said. "They would le...
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Caring & Sharing
Nearly 400 families in need this Thanksgiving season
BY PAM BRANNON Gulf Breeze News news@gulfbreezenews.com
      What: Caring & Sharing of South Santa Rosa donation dropoffs When: Friday, Nov. 21, 4:30 p.m., West Navarre Intermediate School; or Friday, Dec. 19, 4:30 p.m.
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Fun Dog Walk a great escape after feast
      What to do after the big turkey dinner is over, you shopped till you dropped and, yes, the family is still in town for the holidays? Head outside for some fresh air and bonding time with your family and pooch at the Fun Dog Walk from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 29, at Shoreline Park South ...
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Carmichael expands her photography skills
      Area photographer Kim Carmichael recently traveled to Grand Rapids, Mich., to work with one of the top children's photographers in the country, Brianna Graham. Through participation in a variety of urban photo shoots, she explored the techniques Graham uses to produce the vivid color and atmosph...
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Reverse 911 failure addressed
BY PAM BRANNON Gulf Breeze News news@gulfbreezenews.com
      Usually when an emergency situation happens in Santa Rosa County, the Reverse 911 System automatically calls residents' landlines within the area of the emergency and alerts them. But that could not happen last week when officials were concerned about an air-quality concern due to chemicals relea...
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The Unique Gift & Cafe' Shoppe
Fresh food, home decor & gifts galore!
      It's all about the experience! The Unique Gift & Café Shoppe offers a delightful experience while you dine in the café or sit on the back deck overlooking Pensacola Bay. Located at the foot of the three mile bridge, The Unique Gift & Café Shoppe is a beautiful two story oasis filled...
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Parks plans draw opposition from some
BY PAM BRANNON Gulf Breeze News news@gulfbreezenews.com
      Some residents in Santa Rosa County District 5 are saying 'thanks, but no thanks' to improvements being planned for their community parks. The District 5 Recreation Advisory Committee meeting room was filled with residents last week who do not want the proposed improvements made to their various n...
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SANTA ROSA COUNTY
      Rose Lawn Funeral Home garners key designation Rose Lawn Funeral Home in Gulf Breeze has been selected to become an exclusive, certified "Veterans & Family Memorial Care Provider." VFMC Providers are selected for upholding the highest level of ethical business standards and integrity whil...
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Olympic veteran makes appearance at Fall Fling
By Scott Page
      Gulf Coast Gymnastics hosted its annual Fall Fling on Saturday with three-time Olympian John Roethlisberger attending to speak to the gymnasts and award them medals. "This is an event we do twice-a-year; Spring Fling and Fall Fling," said Candy Smith, a spokesperson for GCG.
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Christmas items requested
      Team: Make a Difference is seeking the following items to benefit the children of Escambia and Santa Rosa County, served by FFN of Lakeview, Inc., for the Breakfast with Santa 2008: Christmas gift wrapping paper and supplies.
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