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SPORTS EXTRA: GB baseball ends 29-year postseason drought
GBHS beats Milton for first playoff berth since 1980; Softball team wins Region playoff opener
Corey Downs doubled twice and Alex Ball struck out six in six innings as the Gulf Breeze Dolphins clinched their first baseball playoff berth in 29 years with a 7-2 victory over Milton on Tuesday night in the District 1-4A semifinals. More...
SPORTS EXTRA: Lady Dolphins softball claims District 1-4A championship
GBHS will host Arnold in Region 1 quarterfinal game Tuesday night
By Jason Thompson jason@gulfbreezenews.com

The Gulf Breeze High School Lady Dolphins softball team won its first district title in 11 years Thursday, beating defending champion Navarre 3-2 for the District 1-4A title at Washington High School. More...

Woman with gun arrested at GBHS
¦ Student's parent donned trench coat, talked of violence
BY JOE CULPEPPER Gulf Breeze News joe@gulfbreezenews.com

The 61-year-old mother of a Gulf Breeze High School student was arrested Monday morning in the school's front parking lot for possessing a concealed .38-caliber handgun and a pocket knife under a trench coat she was wearing. More...


 Community
• Meiss county's top rookie teacher
BRIEFS
The Santa Rosa Education Foundation announced Wesley Meiss as the 2009 Santa Rosa Rookie of the Year at a reception held in honor of all 31 Santa Rosa Rookie of the Year nominees. More...
• 2009 GULF BREEZE RELAY FOR LIFE
• article has image SRWC donates to several deserving causes
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 Island News
• article has image Charter system works at PB Elementary
In his seventh year, PBES Principal Jeff Castleberry still enjoys steering the ship of the charter school
For the past seven years, Pensacola Beach Elementary School Principal Jeff Castleberry has been a sort of circus performer, walking a tightrope of finances, balancing the state regulations against the needs of his students, taming the weather, and being flexible enough to work with a board of directors while being strong enough to withstand criticism. More...
• Weather delays Ft. Pickens Road opening
• article has image Remodeled Live Oaks Visitor Center open
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 Entertainment
• What's on tap?
Thursday 4/23 Bimini Beach Bar Live Entertainment. Seville Quarter Rock Band Competition, 6-10 p.m. Paddy O' Leary's Texas Hold'em 444 Fun, 7 p.m. Sandshaker Lounge Tim Spencer, 8 p.m. More...
• article has image Streisand collection out on DVD
• article has image Pensacola Lighthouse celebrates 150 years
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 News
• Santa Rosa County Sheriff's Office Report
Information provided by the Santa Rosa County Sheriff's Office.
Felonies 4/15/2009 Godfrey, Paul Michael, W/M, 31, 5600 block of National Court, Gulf Breeze, burglary. Little, Joseph Kyle, W/M, 24, 2900 block of Sherwood Drive, Navarre, fraudulent use of a credit card. More...
• Gulf Breeze Volunteer Fire Emergency Report
• Midway Fire District Emergency Report
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 School
• WBMS' third A/B Honor Roll released
Mr. Victor Lowrimore and the faculty and staff at Woodlawn Beach Middle School congratulate the following students for making the third nine-week A Honor Roll: Sixth Grade Marshall Aanestad, Bridget Allen, Chaz Anderson, Ethan Anderson, Zachary Anderson, Zachary Arner, Kyle Arrasmith, Katlyn Baculi, Parker Bare, Terry Barnes, Maria Baretta, Audra Baumgardner, More...
• GBHS' third nineweek A/B Honor Roll released
• Oriole Beach Elementary releases third nine-week A/B Honor Roll
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 Sports
• article has image Tennis sweeps district titles again
The Gulf Breeze High boys and girls tennis teams repeated as District 1-2A champions Friday at UWF. "I'm very proud of them and how they played," coach Sally Nowling said. "A lot of them (were) peaking during the district tournament. Hopefully, we'll do well in regionals. More...
• article has image Short-handed Lady Dolphin track team takes second at district
• SPORTS SCHEDULE
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 Obituaries
• BESSIE J. ANDERECK 1914-2009
Bessie Mae Johnsey Andereck, 94, of Pensacola, passed away Friday, April 17. Andereck was born Sept. 30, 1914, in Water Valley, Miss. She lived in Memphis, Tenn., before moving to Pensacola in 1959. Andereck worked for America's first Holiday Inn in Memphis as a Senior Inn Hostess. As a long-time member of Heights Baptist Church, she often worked with children's groups. More...
• DIMITRIOS FOURNARIS 1935 - 2009
• DONNIE H. SEATS JR. 1966-2009
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 Calendar of Events
• Calendar of Events
Thursday, April 23 Santa Rosa County Commission Regular 9 a.m., County Administrative Center, 6495 Caroline Street, Milton Santa Rosa County Commission Special - Rezoning 6 p.m. More...
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 Seniors
• article has image How do we learn when enough's enough?
I was speaking to a neighbor (a 'girl' of only 82 years) the other day, and the topic turned from the weather in general to what a perfect day it was for jumping rope. In our day, that was a sport that all girls enjoyed, and every year it was our main springtime activity. More...
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 Business
• article has image Fuel prices flatten, supply softens hikes
What is usually a time noted for consistent price increases has become a "wait and see" season as consumers and the U.S. Department of Energy are both waiting to see how much the economy might rebound in the months ahead. More...
• Some 'Progress' ad space available
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 Health
• article has image Smile . . .
There's a lot of power hidden in those pearly whites
According to research results released by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry®, appearing more intelligent, interesting, attractive, and successful to others are benefits gained from having a beautiful smile. These smile perks are in addition to the boost in confidence that naturally comes with a great smile. More...
• Swimmers make a splash for Sacred Heart Hospital
• article has image Step away from the soda
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 Home & Garden
• article has image There are natural ways to keep outdoor pests away
(ARA) - From backyard barbecues and pool parties to cultivating your landscaping and "recession garden," summer fun is even better when shared with others ... except when that group includes some unwelcome critters. Humans aren't the only ones who enjoy the warm weather. More...
• article has image Lamb kabobs are a perfect recipe for spring
• Maintaining fences and gates a smart move
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 Legals
• LEGALS
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THOMAS N OR LINDA J WHITESPUNNER 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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