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Fishing Rodeo Navarre Fishing Rodeo set to reel in anglers and lasso fun

By Chris Chatelain and Ken Garner Navarre Press Navarre has a plethora of fish swimming through its waters, and multiple ways of catching them. So, why shouldn’t Navarre host its own version of a fishing rodeo to showcase our great fishing?

That’s exactly the thinking that went into organizing this weekend’s inaugural Navarre Fishing Rodeo, says Laurie Gallup, owner of Navarre Properties and co-organizer of the event.

“We have the longest pier on the Gulf, and we have several charter options locally, but I felt that word wasn’t getting out about the great fishing opportunity we have here,”said Gallup.“People can fish in the Gulf, the bays, the Sound and off the pier and even from kayaks. It’s an easy sport to pick up, and there are so many ways to fish here. So, we started thinking about putting something together that would really shine the spotlight on our great fishing.”

Mission accomplished. Word is definitely getting out, as Gallup said that she has received calls from potential visitors from as far away as Colorado in recent weeks.

“This is something that will be great no matter where you’re from,”said Gallup.“Local residents and visitors alike can come out and have fun at the beach and on the water.”

Gallup says that there is no cost to watch the event unfolding, and encourages people to come out and watch the boats come and go, and keep an eye on the leaderboards and the multitude of fish coming in.

“You don’t have to be a fisherman to enjoy this,” said Gallup.

Area charter captains are also looking forward to the weekend’s big event, and one says that the time could be right for a big weekend for great catches.

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What is the biggest fish you’ve ever caught and what was the bait?

42-pound Cobia on the Navarre Pier, used a custom Jig.

Rich Perry, Navarre

42-pound King Mackerel on Navarre Pier, used a Cigar Minnow.

56-pound Cobia, used a cobia jig.

David King, Navarre

Allen Frizzell, Milton

21-pound King Mackerel, used a Cigar Minnow.

Ellis Chamberlain, Crestview

30-pound Redfish yesterday on the Pier, used a threadfin.

5-pound Catfish, used a minnow.

Harry Parma, San Antonio, TX

Joe and Caleb (8) Carty, Madison Mississipi

Top: Allen Frizzell of Milton holds a 12-pound King Mackerel he caught on Tuesday at the Navarre Pier. Frizzell also netted the first King Mackerel of the year for Navarre Pier on April 8. That King Mackerel weighed in at 41.14 pounds. For that feat, Frizzell won a free annual pass to the pier. To check out a video of Frizzell’s catch, go to http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aCO_ofF4cnc.

County attorney prompts Complaints of SRC practices net procedural change Sexual predator closed meetings sentenced to

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By Romi White Navarre Press Certain meetings held by the Santa Rosa County Board of County Commissioners are now off limits to the public, following approval Jones of an idea suggested by County Attorney Angela Jones. Jones, citing an exemption in Florida Statutes, advised commissioners to consider a policy excluding the public from meetings involving: ■ Negotiations with a vendor pursuant to competitive solicitation; ■ During oral presentations as part of a competitive solicitation; and ■ During oral presentations at which a vendor answers questions as part of a competitive solicitation.

but prior to enactment.

The policy was brought about in part because of a letter from Following a citizen’s complaint Navarre resident Etta Lawlor to the State Attorney’s Office, written to local State Attorney Santa Rosa County Attorney, Bill Eddins.

“The county attorney’s office Angela Jones, has decided she will no longer alter or allow alter- made substantial and material ation of ordinances following changes to the proposed ordithe county issuing public notices nance less than 24 hours prior and provided public inspection to the public hearing, therefore

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“This

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ed,” said Jim Hizer, President and Hizer CEO of the Greater Pensacola Chamber as he was updating the Santa Rosa commissioners onVISION 2015.The vision of the future is indeed looking good for the chamber’s job-creation initiative focused on recruiting new businesses, help-

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A Santa Rosa County school bus driver has died of bacterial meningitis, according to the Santa Rosa County Health Department and the Santa Rosa County School District.

Some Santa Rosa County students from Rhodes Elementary, King Middle and Milton High Schools might have been exposed. However, the county health department has indicated that the students who rode on the bus are at a very low risk of con-

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ing local businesses expand and strengthening the partnerships between the military and the private industry in the Pensacola region.

So far, $8.8 million has been raised, surpassing the initial $6.5 million goal, and 92 percent of the 3,000 mark for news jobs have been announced.

Hizer presented the information and asked commissioners to endorse the five-year Greater Pensaco-

25 years

A Milton man was put away for twoplus decades following a sexual abuse Savicki case involving a five-year-old child.

During his May 23 trial, a Santa Rosa County jury convicted Joseph Glenn Savicki of lewd and lascivious molestation of a victim under the age of 12.

Savicki was subsequently sentenced to a mandatory 25 years in state prison and has been designated a sexual predator, according to a release from the State Attorney’s Office.

Savicki, 37, was accused of molesting a five-year-old girl while renting a room at residence of the child’s mother.

During the 2011 incident,

Pensacola Chamber leader presents two-county plan

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no reasonable notice or time was allowed for the public to inspect the revisions to the proposed ordinance prior to the scheduled public hearing,”Lawlor stated in the letter.

When asked if she had ever altered a proposed ordinance in such a manner, Jones said she had.

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he wooden sign at the northern foot of the bridge reads“Welcome to Navarre Beach – Florida’s Best Kept Secret.”But there are many other signs that tell a different story.

School is still in this week, and summer has not yet hit full stride. But if the traffic in recent weeks is any indication, it appears the proverbial cat is out of the bag and our little secret is no longer“on the down low.”The Thursdays in the Park concerts at Navarre Park often backs up westbound traffic on Hwy 98 several miles stretching beyond the Navarre Wal-Mart. This is because parking at Navarre Park is limited and needs addressing. The long-discussed pedestrian overpass would be a great starting point, since the limited parking forces most to park across Hwy 98, which then brings traffic to a halt when law enforcement has to stop all traffic to allow parkgoers to actually get to the park.

Then, this weekend it was taking motorists 3 or 4 light cycles to get through the Hwy 98 – Navarre Beach Causeway intersection in the middle of the day. And that was just on the Hwy 98 side. Reports indicated that it was taking some travelers as long as 2 hours to make it from Gulf Blvd onto Hwy 98.

One lane of traffic going each direction seems no longer sufficient to support the traffic load.

An article in Navarre Press two weeks ago quoted a manager of a local business saying that they didn’t want Navarre to be like Destin. Sorry, but it’s probably too late. No pun intended, but we are all destined to become Destin. Every Emerald Coast community that has only one major roadway around which 90 percent of all businesses and establishments are huddled will suffer the same fate as our neighbor to the east. Traffic will be gridlock, and our views of the beautiful waters will be blocked by more condos and businesses.

If Navarre is going to become home to more and more businesses along Hwy 98 – not to mention more festivals, concerts and events in years to

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come – then we should consider looking at our community as something more than just small and cozy. The cold hard truth is we can’t be both. Small and cozy sounds like we are telling visitors to turn around and go elsewhere, while big and developed seems like we are telling longtime residents that the honeymoon is over.

Change is coming. And, so is growth. We can bury our heads in the sugar-white sand and ignore progress and then deal with it retroactively. But it’ll be messy. Or, we can be proactive and plan sufficiently so that when the growth spurt becomes a full-on explosion, we’ll be ready for it.

Every big city in America was once a small and cozy community. Then growth happened. Ask them today, and most would say that they wish they had better planned for the growth. We have an opportunity here in the Navarre and Navarre Beach area – an opportunity to do this right and become a model for other coastal communities to follow. Or, we can fall into the same pitfalls and narrow visions that have hampered many of our neighbors.

One option is to incorporate now and control our own fate, set our own rules/codes rather than letting officials from the north county determine our future. They see us mostly as a tax base and a cash cow. With decisions in our hands, we can develop infrastructure and initiate growth plans to alleviate growing pains before they become gaping wounds.

Navarre and Navarre Beach can be a place where visitors and residents can co-exist, but tough questions must be asked and hard decisions must be made now. The next few years will say a lot about what Navarre could, or would, be. How will history unfold and tell the tale of Navarre?

Whatever the case, the secret of our inviting setting and community appears to be out. Now the question is can we stuff it back in? And if we could, do we want to?

Beach traffic needs to be addressed We need police officers to direct traffic on holidays and event weekends at the Gulf Blvd stop sign and Hwy 98 traffic light. Last night at 8 o’clock, the traffic on Gulf Blvd was almost backed up to the National Seashore. This started at 4 p.m.

The events at Pensacola Beach feed large numbers of cars. Sporting events in most cities have police directing traffic. I am certain the police/sheriff officers could do this and relieve this community of this especially since we pay taxes like all other citizens of our county.

Emergency vehicles are hard pressed as well to exit the fire/rescue station on Gulf Blvd where time is of the essence.

Thank you for considering this temporary solution until we could build another access.

-Debbie Gaston

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THURSDAY, MAY 30, 2013

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By Sandi Kemp, Publisher Memorial Day weekend was crazy on Navarre Beach. I heard horror stories of how it took two-and-a-half hours to get off of the beach. I also heard the TDC used to have police offers during Memorial Day weekend to help alleviate traffic and the county attorney said something about it being“illegal” to have hired cops. So…I guess more needs to be done – or looked into. I’m glad we have so much traffic because that means commerce is happening. As a resident of Navarre, I just know better than to go to the beach even though I really wanted to go take pictures.

Speaking of the summer and visitors, we have published our Visitors Guide and it can be found online at www.emeraldcoastvisitorsguide.com and on NavarrePress.com. It is an award winner, and this year we have a lot of new information and advertisers.

This weekend is the first-ever Navarre Fishing Rodeo, and it is going to be a lot of fun. The grand prize for each category is a Yeti Cooler and if you don’t win that – there are cash prizes for second and third place as well. The rodeo is centered at Juana’s and Sailors’ Grill on Navarre Beach. I’ve never participated in a fishing rodeo, but that excuse is going to end this weekend even though I have a daughter graduating from Navarre High Saturday morning. I’m going to be out helping at 5 a.m. before graduation and after graduation. Why? Well, like I told my daughter, it isn’t like anyone didn’t think she wouldn’t graduate from High School. We will really whoop it up when she gets her doctorate. Seriously.

There are comedy routines built around my life at Navarre Press and my family. Just ask Gail Acosta. She will keep you in stitches. Laughter is the best medicine and it makes you younger when you laugh out loud. I’m nearly 50, but after being around Gail has made me about 30.You have to laugh around here.

The issue you have in your hands right now is the first paper of our 14th year. I have to say that, true to form, our 13th year was pretty tumultuous.You would think we had the raw hormonal reactions going on. I think we even got pimples. I know I did. I have pictures to prove it.

We really have a pretty awesome responsibility and we take it seriously. When I get phone calls that say,“Where were you,” or“please help,”that is what we are here for. I was on the pier today taking pictures for the cover, and I let all the fishermen know that I was there to get a cover shot.“Thanks for telling us, we’ve been holding out all day waiting for you to show up,”a few of them said sarcastically.

Well, that made me laugh…again making me even younger. I’m so glad Allen Frizell of Milton caught a King Mackerel while I was out there. We were trying to make it look bigger than 12 pounds. I told him to hold it out toward the camera and that would make it look bigger. He replied, “You’re really not very nice are you?”Again, I got younger because that was funny and I had to laugh out loud. When I told the fishermen about the fishing rodeo this weekend they knew nothing about it. I proceeded to tell them that they would have known about it even if they bought the Navarre Press to wrap their fish in. I was informed that you “can’t learn nothin’ about fishing from a newspaper.” How wrong could you be? Just read this issue and last week’s issue and you will know what I know….and that is, you can learn a lot by reading Navarre Press.

Quote of the Week: If people concentrated on the really important things in life, there’d be a shortage of fishing poles. Doug Larson, 1926- , Columnist for newspapers in Wisconsin.)

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The Blake offers ‘lifestyle of peace of mind’ There’s a certain lifestyle to be had at The Blake at Gulf Breeze assisted living community. It’s about bringing generations together to learn from each other, without having to think about tasks.

“It’s a lifestyle of peace of mind so families can enjoy each other again,”said Glenn Barclay, Chief Operations Officer.“We take the stress off the families by taking care of the small details so they can be a family again.”

It’s a concept that was inspired by a real relationship between grandmother and grandson. Barclay developed the care center from the ground up and named it after his son, Blake, who always had a heart for the elderly. He was also very close to his grandmother, Barclay said, and would often spend weeks visiting her.

Barclay said he looked at what made that relationship flourish and added it to The Blake.

“We pulled a lot of aspects from that relationship and built it into our programs and our building, such as the importance of meal times and exercise together and special moments,”Barclay said.

Because of that inspiration, the building is decorated in a home-like setting. The tables in the dining room have white tablecloths and vases of flowers. Warm cookies are delivered to the great room every morning at 10 a.m. There are community gettogethers and each Christmas there’s a special concert and tree lighting in the courtyard. There’s also a children’s’room where grandparents can play with visiting grandchildren.

The other residents at The Blake become a family as well, he said, and that comes from activities spent together. Each week there are coffee socials, worship services, movie nights and book clubs. There are a variety of exercise programs including Tai Chi, yoga and morning stretches.

It’s important to bring a variety of classes to The Blake, Barclay said, because it’s a chance for the residents to learn something new. Some of the programs include learning how to speak Spanish, play an instrument, create a mosaic, send an email or make a Facebook page.

“Everyone should always have the opportunity to experience something new,”Barclay said.“Learning keeps our minds and bodies fresh. Our residents don’t have the luxury of going out and finding those things so it’s important for us to bring those opportunities here.”

In addition to bringing programs to the home, The Blake also has many opportunities to explore the greater community. There are trips to shopping, performances and volunteer events. It’s about achieving a balance, Barclay said.

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Financial Focus Jon Kagan, CFP® Certified Financial Planner

Everyone can relax and “stretchout” Over the last several years, we have read and heard much about the “stretchout”IRA. Many IRA holders have painstakingly learned about the extreme complexities of Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) and the ability to provide a stream of income to their beneficiaries at their death. Planners carefully outlined the land mines to avoid and prompted IRA holders to ask their financial firm if they offer“stretchout” IRAs. Well, we can all relax now, the IRS issued proposed regulations that have all but eliminated the fear of making bad decisions and essentially allow a“stretchout”IRA for everyone.

RMD rules state that once a participant reaches the age of 70 ½, funds must be withdrawn each year from their IRA. RMD calculations are based on the participant’s birthdate and the previous year’s ending value of the IRA account.

Based on these ingredients the required minimum distribution (RMD) is determined by simply dividing the previous year’s ending value of the IRA by the factor from the appropriate IRS life expectancy table.

Upon the death of an IRA participant who has begun RMDs, the beneficiary is required to continue (or accelerate) withdrawals from the IRA. The “stretchout”IRA concept simply addresses the availability of beneficiaries (often younger beneficiaries) to continue the“life”of the IRA. This allows the beneficiaries to receive the benefits, such as continued tax deferral, of the IRA over the remaining“life”of the IRA. In the past, it took careful planning to make an IRA a“stretchout”IRA. However, in 2001, regulations from the IRS have made stretching out an IRA easier than ever before.

Under the new rules, as long as all of the IRA beneficiaries are living people, then the“stretchout”IRA will be the default election.

Each beneficiary may take RMD’s according to his or her own life expectancy provided the IRA is divided into separate beneficiary IRA’s by December 31st of the year following the year of the participant’s death.

If the IRA is not split into separate IRA’s, then the RMD’s will be taken according to the eldest beneficiary’s life expectancy. If a trust is the IRA beneficiary, then a“stretchout” may be accomplished, provided the trust is deemed to be a“designated beneficiary.” Basically, in order for a trust to be deemed a “designated beneficiary”all of the beneficiaries must be people, although there are some administrative requirements as well.

However, even if a trust is deemed a“designated beneficiary,”the RMD’s will be calculated according to the life expectancy of the eldest trust beneficiary.

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Handcrafted clothing honors seamstress, fits children

By Joni Williams Navarre Press When Amanda Sansom couldn’t find clothing for her 4-pound premie, she decided to create her own. Soon after, she found herself making clothes to sell online and Ella Louise Clothing was born.

Named as a tribute to her seamstress grandmother, Sansom said she finds the demand for handcrafted clothing high, even in the current penny-pinching economy.

“People are willing to pay a little more for quality,”she said.

“Oftentimes people will look for handmade clothing first; they want something original that’s not mass-produced.”

Sansom’s line is not only handcrafted, but she also serves as the designer.“I have purchased patterns,”she said of readyto-sew designs, “but a lot of times, I make my own.”

Her creations are often inspired by shopping for clothes for her now-twoyear-old daughter, Brooklynne.“A lot of things are not made well,”she said, of typical store-bought clothes.

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Children’s clothes handmade by Amanda Sansom are seen modeled on her daughter, Brooklynne, who was the inspiration for Sansom’s “Ella Louis Clothing” business.

In contrast to retail chains’offerings made from synthetic materials that often quickly fall apart, Sansom said her line offers sturdy construction and

fabrics, particularly cotton, popular because of its breathability, durability and versatility. And she added, it’s just plain“fun”to create her own styles.

“Most of the work I do is custom,”she said, of her ability to offer tailor-made items and original designs like bow dresses, pinafores, and

ruffled Capri pants for girls and overalls for boys. Sizes start at 12 months, but are limited to small-fry.

Though offered for sale on the popular Etsy website and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/el lalouiseclothing, Sansom said buyers remain mostly local.

In addition to sewing, Sansom also enjoys knitting and crochet but doesn’t currently offer her homespun creations for sale, due to extensive production time.“Right now I just don’t have time,” said the busy mom, adding that she hasn’t ruled out expanding her line in the future.

Panhandle counties plan to spend oil spill funds

By Melissa Nelson-Gabriel Associated Press PENSACOLA — Three years after the massive Gulf oil spill fouled Florida Panhandle beaches, millions of dollars in restitution are being used to build new piers and boat ramps and restore sand dunes.

Though some wanted more money for their communities, panhandle political leaders and residents are happy that the state and eight counties are about to get a share of the money paid by BP and the companies that made the drilling equipment that failed in April 2010.

Louisiana, Texas, Mississippi and Alabama are also getting chunks of the proceeds. The federal government recently released the first billion dollars through the Oil Pollution Act, which assesses damages against companies responsible for

spills, and billions more could be coming through the act and other court hearings. In addition, BP says it has already spent $3.4 billion in Florida for claims and settlements, tourism promotion and other expenses.

"There were political compromises — in the end, we were all trying to get the most we could for our communities," said Escambia County Commissioner Grover Robinson IV, who helped developed the distribution plan for Florida's share of the funds.

"The formula is a political formula. Every state and county would like to have more money for their own projects but we have to work together," said Robinson, whose district includes Pensacola Beach. It saw heavy oil at the height of the spill and continues to see tiny tar balls in the surf line.

Escambia County, the only

Florida county to see heavy oil on its beaches, needed the help of the state's other counties to secure its portion of the state's funding, Robinson said. Some of funds will be divided statewide while some will be distributed based on the amount of oil that washed ashore.

Texas saw no oil from the Deepwater Horizon but will get a share of one fund for Gulf Coast states. Other Gulf Coast states needed Texas' political pull to secure the funding, Robinson said.

Regardless of how the deal happened, Bahen Privett is just happy it's done.

He says the store he manages, Pensacola Kayak and Sail, suffered tremendous losses after the spill as its customers stayed away. But now, $2.2 million from the oil spill restitution is paying for the construction of a public-use boat ramp and park near his shop, which

should improve business.

"The oil spill wasn't positive, but this is a positive thing," Privett said.

The billions from the Oil Restitution Act could be small when compared to damage payments mandated by a New Orleans judge in a trial that is underway. The judge will determine an amount to fine BP and other responsible parties for each barrel of oil that flowed from the blown-out well. Under the Clean Water Act, a polluter can be forced to pay a minimum of $1,100 per barrel of spilled oil. The fines nearly quadruple to about $4,300 a barrel for companies found grossly negligent, meaning BP could be on the hook for nearly $18 billion.

Under the complicated formula agreed upon by the five Gulf Coast states, Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Florida will equally split 35 percent of the total

fine and the remaining 65 percent will go to various ecosystem and environmental projects throughout the region. In Florida, eight counties that had the largest impact from the spill will split 75 percent of the state's share.

The popular Okaloosa County tourist town of Destin is planning projects that include harbor and transportation improvements, land purchases and improved water access for the public.

"I believe the compensation will be appropriate, if we get it. If what is supposed to happen happens, I think it will be fair. But we haven't gotten any money yet," Mayor Sarah Seevers said.

"We especially want to do things to improve access to the water for people who live here and pay taxes year round," she said.

Much of what BP pays will be used to protect the long-term health of the entire Gulf Coast ecosystem, environmental experts say. Although the Florida Everglades saw no oil, funding to restore the vast marshland is important because it is breeding ground for birds and fish that populate the entire Gulf.

Eric Draper, executive director of Audubon Florida, said projects to improve sea grasses and other natural vegetation will provide habitat for wildlife throughout the region.

"You have to think of it as not just the beaches that were impacted in Pensacola. The birds are not just Pensacola birds; they are birds that migrate all over the Gulf Coast. A bird habitat in Tampa would ensure you have a population of pelicans that will balance those harmed in the spill. A tarpon you catch in Pensacola today may have been in Tampa last year," he said.

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Michele Hill Foundation scholarship winners announced Photo submitted

The 2013 winners of the Michele W. Hill Foundation Academic Achievement Community Service Scholarship were recently announced at the NYSA gym in Navarre. The scholarships are funded through proceeds from the Michele Hill Raider Run. This year’s race raised more than $10,000. The average GPA of this year’s winners was higher than 4.0. Pictured, standing from left: Tammy Clapp accepting on behalf of James Mullin (Navarre High School), Ernestine Carswell accepting on behalf of Shakyra Jacelle Sanders (Choctawhatchee High School), Omar Chami (Milton High School) and Matthew Privette (Navarre. Kneeling from left: Jhebria Andrews (Escambia High School), Daniell Dils (Escambia High), Valerie Tucker (Choctawhatchee), Mary Gates (Choctawhatchee) and Rebekah James (Navarre).

County third-graders tie for top FCAT math scores

By Romi White and Joni Williams Navarre Press Santa Rosa County consistently scores high in annual FCAT testing, but this year third graders tied for first, achieving the highest FCAT math scale scores in the state, which has 67 counties. Additionally, fourth, eighth and tenth grade students each tied for third highest in the state for mean scale score in writing, according to school district officials.

“Three Navarre schools showed really strong gains in writing,”said an enthusiastic Bill Emerson, assistant superintendent for instruction, soon after receiving FCAT results for Santa Rosa County schools, which were released along with those for other counties by the Florida Department of Education on May 23.

Emerson was referencing West Navarre Intermediate, Holley-Navarre Intermediate, and HolleyNavarre Middle School.

Santa Rosa school officials have stated the transition to common core standards is a huge shift and change for teachers, but it may be proving fruitful. Also, last year the district literacy coordinator received two support staff, one for elementary schools and one for middle and high schools, and it’s possible the gains in writing are connected to the focus on reading. Support positions for the county math coordinator were also recently added.

Santa Rosa School District Superintendent Tim Wyrosdick openly lauded students, teachers, administrators and school staff for providing“an excellent

FCAT county comparison chart Santa Rosa County students outperformed neighbors Escambia and Okaloosa in FCAT testing for Writing, Reading and Math. SRC third graders also tied for top math scores in the state.

Grade 4 Writing County ESCAMBIA OKALOOSA SANTA ROSA

Students tested 2949 2045 1775

Mean score 3.2 3.4 3.5

Percentage scoring 3.5 47 53 59

Grade 8 Writing County ESCAMBIA OKALOOSA SANTA ROSA

Students tested 2857 2077 2010

Mean score 3.1 3.3 3.5

Percentage scoring 3.5 41 49 63

Grade 10 Writing County ESCAMBIA OKALOOSA SANTA ROSA

Students tested 2648 2110 1853

Mean score 3.3 3.5 3.5

Percentage scoring 3.5 54 59 64

Grade 3 Reading County ESCAMBIA OKALOOSA SANTA ROSA

Students tested 3114 2267 1899

Scale score 200 206 209

Achievement Level 3 & Above 55 66 75

Grade 3 Math County ESCAMBIA OKALOOSA SANTA ROSA

Students tested 3124 2267 1899

Scale score 199 204 208

Achievement Level 3 & Above 52 61 71

start to our 2013 testing results.”

“These results are a testament to the preparation, hard work and pursuit of excellence that defines our students and school staff,” he said, via email message.

Across the state, students improved writing and maintained progress on third-grade reading and mathematics.

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that Florida jumped from 11th to 6th for the overall quality of its education system and Florida fourth graders are among the best in the world for reading,” Governor Rick Scott stated in response to the FCAT results.

Individual schools in Santa Rosa County also showed improvement with W.H. Rhodes elementary posting an 18 percent gain in fourth grade percent at level 3.5 or above, while intermediate schools West

Navarre, East Milton and Holley Navarre had increases of 13 percent, 11 percent and 10 percent.

Holley Navarre Middle School showed an increase of 12 percent in eighth grade percent at level 3 or above, while Central School and Jay High gained 5 percent each. Milton High School also showed improvement, increasing 5 percent in tenth grade percent at level 3.5 or above.

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Santa Rosa still not “high-performing district” Although Santa Rosa scores well with testing, it has once again failed to achieve the Florida Department of Education’s mark of a high-performing district. The designation was established by the Florida legislature to recognize and reward school districts that demonstrate the ability to consistently maintain or improve their high-performing status, requiring a school district: ■ Earn a grade of“A”for two consecutive years and have no district-operated school that earns a grade of “F” ■ Comply with all class size requirements ■ Have no material weaknesses or instances of material noncompliance noted in the annual financial audit conducted pursuant As previously reported in the Navarre Press, Santa Rosa County schools have had issues with their financial audit, disqualifying the district from certain exemptions provided to academically high-performing school districts, such as neighboring Okaloosa and Walton Counties, which may start their school year earlier than 14 days prior to Labor Day. School officials are working to address the audit issues in hope of earning the designation of a high-performing district in the future.

Young Readers program shines light on reading Staff reports Navarre Press The Sunshine StateYoung Readers program shone bright at the West Navarre Intermediate School this year. Every year, 15 titles are selected for the program by a committee of Florida librarians. Students can then vote for their favorite book and librarians can submit the winning book to the FAME (Florida Association of Media Educators) website.

West Navarre Intermediate School students have to read at least three titles to be eligible to vote, and must read 10 titles or more to participate in the Sunshine State party. Keep in mind that to accomplish this, students must balance school work, pleasure reading, availability of titles and keep a record of what they read as well as pass the Accelerated Reader test at 70 percent or higher.

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Students from West Navarre Intermediate School participated in a bowling event as part of their Sunshine State party for the Young Readers program. Participants were: Desiree Russ, Mason Roddenbury, Hanna Vest, Brianna Edwards, Emma Kale, Cooper West, Kade Dubois, Brody Durham, Zachary Siwiec, Kayla Alderfer, Karissa Loftin, Talley Yamaguchi, Charlie Koenig, Syieda Williams, Kim Winn and Ian Warren.

In order for a book to qualify as a Sun- America, (c) be appropriate for students shine State book, it has to (a) be fiction, grades 3-5 or 6-8 and (d) have a copy(b)have an author who lives in North right date within three years of the date.

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school’s Grade 3 reading scores showed a lofty increase of 21 percent in third grade percent at level 3 or above, and Jay Elementary and Central School had increases of 15 and 12 percent.

Chumuckla Elementary posted a 13 percent gain in third grade percent at level 3 or above, and Berryhill Elementary, Central School and S.S. Dixon each had gains of 6 percent.

The Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test,

commonly known by its acronym, FCAT, has been used in Florida to assess school’s performance since the late 1990s. It will be replaced in 2014-15 with “Common Core State Standards,” based on a national set of standards.

Age: 17 Class: 2013 Parents: Troy and Kate Snow Favorite subject: Drama Extracurricular activity: Boy Scouts Pet peeve: Overly serious people Movie: Lawrence of Arabia TV Show: “The Colbert Report” Last book read that wasn’t assigned: “Storm of Swords” Person most admired: T. E. Lawrence Top accomplishment: All-state sightseeing choir After graduation plans: Go to college and dual major in computer science and game design

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Lifeguards take their craft on tour

By John Richardson Navarre Press Last year, the Navarre Beach lifeguards visited several area elementary schools, teaching water safety to the students. The visits were so successful that several area schools requested a visit from the lifeguards for career day.

This year, the lifeguards spent one day visiting with students from Rhodes Elementary, Chumuckla Whiting Park and Dixon Primary from May 16 through May 18. The whirlwind tour finished at Bagdad Elementary on May 22.

The lifeguards spoke to the students at Bagdad during their PE period.

“We like to bring in someone outside of the mainstream of careers,”Coach Julie Sasser said.“A couple of months ago, the Blue Angels spoke to the students.

The kids loved it.”

The first group of the day that filed into the music room was composed of four 3rd grade classes.“They were very attentive,”senior lifeguard Jesse Ton said.“A lot of them had some good questions.”

“The next students were first graders,”lifeguard Greg Matechik said.“We had to bring the vocabulary down to their level.”

The lifeguards spent several minutes reviewing the flag system used on Florida beaches. It did not take long before the students knew every flag and the warning each brings.

They also demonstrated the body (or spine) board, rescue cams and rescue boards.

“The first graders all wanted to know about sharks,”

Photo by John Richardson

First graders at Bagdad Elementary had plenty of questions for Navarre Beach lifeguards Jesse Ton (left) and Greg Matechik.

Matechik said.

When it came time for questions with the first graders, the interaction sounded more like a commercial.

Student’s questions included: Student: What happens if you are in the water and you can not swim and the lifeguard blows the whistle?

Lifeguard: We are probably blowing for you to get out of the water. If you can not get out, wave to us or

yell to get our attention.

We will come get you out.

However, you should not be in the water if you can not swim.

Student: What if a shark gets you and you blow the whistle for us to get out of the water?

Lifeguard: If a shark has you, you will probably not be able to get to shore without our help. We will try to get you.

Student: How many lifeguards are on Navarre Beach?

Lifeguard: We have 12 lifeguards on Navarre Beach.

Student: What if you see a snake?

Lifeguard: Do not touch it and call us.

Student: How many people do you save?

Lifeguard: Depending on what kind of flag is out, we can save between one and 15 in a day.

Student: If a shark and a jellyfish are both coming at you, which should you swim away from first?

Lifeguard: I think it is best to swim away from the shark first.

Additional Student Comment:Yes, because the shark may be really hungry and wants a big lunch.

Student: If a jellyfish stings, what do you do?

Lifeguard: A jellyfish sting is like a bee sting. Take wet sand and brush it downward. That removes the stingers and it will stop hurting in an hour or two.

Student: Do you have to

wear a life jacket in a boat?

Lifeguard:Yes, it is for your safety. It is also the law and we do not want to have any problems with the law.

Additional Student Comment: I had some problems with the law. I got in trouble once.

The lifeguards asked a question of their own. How many want to be a lifeguard someday. Almost every hand in the classroom shot up.The class ended with a fun game of‘Lifeguard Says.’

Guy Harvey Fishing Camp highlights Science Station’s busy summer slate

By Joni Williams Navarre Press The Navarre Beach Marine Science Station has been chosen to host the Guy Harvey Saltwater Fishing Camp, making it one of only five facilities in Florida to offer the prestigious camp.

“We’re the only ones in this part of Florida to offer this,”said Station Director Charlene Mauro, of the camp’s exclusive presence in the Panhandle, slated for July 17 to July 19 and August 7 to 9. If this exclusivity seems impressive, it is, particularly when the circumstances are considered. “(Florida) Fish and Wildlife recommended us,”Mauro explained, referring to the state government agency.

Part of the reason they did, she said, is because of the station’s unique offerings.

“We offer fishing as part of our curriculum,” she said,

whereas most aquariums do not.

Still, it seems logical that the station’s reputation also figured in the decision. A series of summer camps for 9- to 14-year-olds beginning in mid-June is already filled to capacity, despite an absence of advertising or other marketing efforts.

“We fill up continuously, just by word of mouth,”said Mauro, who noted that “repeat customers”who participated in past camps eagerly sign up for more.

To meet the growing demand for summer activities, Mauro is currently working toward offering one-day camps and other hands-on programs. The station also recently began hosting birthday parties, offering some of its signature activities like participating in a touch tank, shark tooth necklace making and kayaking.

Plans are in the works to

offer more programs for residents and visitors alike, as well as broaden current curriculums.“ I’m stepping it up to include casting skills, knot tying and other things,”she said,“and we’ll be going deep sea fishing.

Mauro also hopes to repeat the hugely successful,“Autism Odyssey,”a festival held May 11, customized for autistic children and their parents.

Rotations were designed so students could progress at their own pace and focused on sensory stimulation activities like being able to touch a manatee “to see what it feels like.”

“It’s probably the most meaningful thing we’ve done here,”said Mauro, who noted she was touched when, without prompting, 15 area ESE teachers signed on to volunteer their time with the program.

Besides actively seeking relevant activities for the

station to offer, Mauro, who also works as a dual-enrollment Marine Science instructor three days a week, said she feels gratified to see her past students blossom into instructors.

That’s how former student, Heather Barrineau, came to teach at the center, in addition to acting as Mauro’s yearlong assistant. Now a marine biology major in her junior year at the University of West Florida and one of the few paid employees at the center, Barrineau said she not only enjoys a job in her preferred field, but feels good about making a contribution

to the environment.

“It’ll help up-and-coming generations to start fresh,” she said, recognizing the importance of education in marine conservation.

While most of the instructors at the center are college students, surprisingly, not all are marine science majors.

For example, Wesley McCullars is an exercise physiology major at UWF and UCF student and Navarre resident, Patrick Sullivan, is pursuing criminal justice.

What they all share, however, is a passion for marine conservation as well as educating the younger set.

“They love it,”said Sullivan of the students, before describing one of the center’s most popular teaching activities, the darkened, Deep Sea room, glowing with the purplish hue of a black light.

“We use this to show them how fish make their own lights,”he explained. Educational, yes. And also fun.

“I like seeing the‘little ones’ get excited,” Mauro said, pointing out that as“future voters and commissioners,” their education is critical to marine conservation.

“The need is definitely there,” she said.“I’ve got a very rewarding job.”

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By Steve Dale, Tribune Media Services Steve's website is www.stevedalepetworld.com.

Pet news briefs: Dog attack stats ranked by city The U.S. Postal Service has released dog attack rankings for 2012 by city.

Last year, nearly 5,900 letter carriers were attacked by dogs. Overall, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there were thought to be about 4.7 million dog bites in 2012. The term 'thought to be' is used because most dog bites occur within the home, and some go unreported.

Still, most people are never bitten by a dog. In fact, dogs are less likely to attack people compared with the odds of people being attacked by other people.

On the heels of National Dog Bite Prevention Week (May 19-25), the Postal Service ranked the Top 10 cities with the most dog attacks on postal workers last year.

10. Cleveland and Dayton, OH: 26 attacks each 9. Houston, TX, and Minneapolis, MN: 27 attacks each 8. Baltimore, MD, and Sacramento, CA: 29 attacks each 7. St. Louis, MO: 32 attacks 6. Detroit, MI: 33 attacks 5. Philadelphia, PA: 34 attacks 4. San Francisco, CA: 38 attacks 3. Chicago, IL: 41 attacks 2. San Antonio, TX, and Seattle, WA: 42 attacks each 1. Los Angeles, CA: 69 attacks Since the majority of victims are children, preventing bites before they happen is key. The American Humane Association offers a free guide "Pet Meets Baby," at http://www.americanhumane.org/assets/pdfs/interaction/pe t-meets-baby-2013.pdf.

NEW PET OWNER SURVEY According to a new survey of pet owners by Royal Canin, the pet food manufacturer, temperament matters most when choosing a new best friend.

Eighty-seven percent of cat owners and 80 percent of dog owners rank disposition as their most important consideration. This is good news, and coincides with what experts suggest, noting that many times when pets land in shelters it's because of a mismatch: the wrong home for the wrong pet, such as an active family with a couch potato dog.

However, over half of all cat owners surveyed (55 percent) rank appearance as the most important factor, while 62 percent of dog owners concur that looks matter most. (In voting, respondents were allowed to 'check off' choices multiple times.)

According to the American Kennel Club (AKC), the Bulldog is among the trendiest dogs around, ranking as the 5th most popular breed today. Despite their popularity, Bulldogs are expensive and can suffer a wide array of health problems. So what's the attraction?

According to the Royal Canin survey, 59 percent of dog owners identify most with the personality of the English Bulldog. These pooches tend to be laid back and prefer to spend most of their time relaxing at home. Apparently, they're the new "cuddle dogs" of choice. Who knew?

Among cat owners, just over half (53 percent) identify most with the personality of the Maine Coon cat, saying they lead active lifestyles. Twenty 20 percent of cat owners surveyed say they're more like Siamese cats because they're outspoken. Siamese (and related breeds) are known for their tendency to their "opinions."

NEW TICK DISEASE Researchers atYale University have discovered a new, still to be named tick disease, according to the New England Journal of Medicine. The report suggests that this new malady, a relative of Lyme disease, could be infecting more than 4,300 Americans a year with flulike symptoms and relapsing fevers.

Scientists don't yet know if any chronic, long-term effects may occur later.

Luckily, one dose of antibiotics seems to at least eliminate symptoms in people (and perhaps the disease all together, but research is still underway).

Since most tick diseases which impact people also affect dogs, it's likely this new disease affects dogs. While veterinary parasitologists don't know for sure yet, they do know ticks often inject a cocktail of nasty diseases when they bite people or dogs.

This new pathogen lives in areas where Lyme disease thrives. Ask your veterinarian about tick protection for your pets, including the vaccines for Lyme. Learn more at www.dogsandticks.com.

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Prepare your pet for outdoor weather

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Family Features When the weather’s nice, many people like to head outdoors – and their pets do, too.

Before you let your pet go outside, make sure you’ve taken steps to prevent pests, care for their skin, and know how to spot signs of allergies.

Fleas and Ticks: Pets are susceptible to a variety of bugs and pests – especially fleas and ticks.

Both should be avoided as fleas can trigger allergies and dermatitis in pets as well as infectious diseases in people and pets. Ticks may also carry diseases that can be harmful to

pets. However, in a survey by the American Pet Products Association, only 64 percent of dog owners and 41 percent of cat owners purchased a flea and tick product for their pet last year. Be sure to purchase preventative topical treatments, then after pets go outdoors, inspect them carefully for ticks and other insects to ensure their safety.

Grooming: A winter indoors often leaves pets with dry skin, tangled fur and a thick undercoat, which begins to shed when the weather warms. A professional grooming salon will help keep pets cool with services like

a bath, brush or hair cut to remove loose hair. Have their skin and coat moisturized with a hypoallergenic conditioner for a softer, shinier coat. Medicated flea and tick baths or spot treatments can also be added for instant relief and to help prevent flea and ticks from returning.

Allergies: Warm weather lets loose high amounts of pollen in Northwest Florida, and since pets can experience allergic reactions to inhaled particles like dust or pollen, pet parents should be on the lookout for signs that their pet may be suffering from allergies. Dr. Simon Starkey,

veterinary expert for PetSmart, says you should monitor your pet’s behavior and consult your veterinarian if your pet exhibits reactions such as: ■ Swelling or irritation of the skin, especially around the eyes, face, head and feet.

■ Hives, rashes, blisters, clear discharge from eyes or nostrils, sneezing, itching and mild discomfort may also be present.

■ Pets may also chew on or lick their feet constantly.

■ Allergy treatment for pets varies based on severity, but usually includes antihistamines and other medications to control the allergic reaction

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Arrest and incident reports are taken from the information released from the sheriff’s office. Charges or citations reported in the Navarre Press do not imply guilt. Guilt is determined by the courts.

Information on this page is public information. Names on arrest records will not be withheld by request for any reason. Juveniles are named only if the arrest involved a felony offense.

INCIDENT REPORTS March 20, 2013 An officer responded to a disturbance call to Navarre Beach County Park. Upon arrival the officer made contact with a female who advised her boyfriend had “gotten in her face and was yelling at her over her smoking a cigarette.” She explained to the officer she had traveled in an RV with juvenile child and her boyfriend from Utah to seeking employment. They had not found employment as of yet and were staying in the RV and her boyfriend had become increasingly agitated in the last several

days. She also told the officer in previous states the couple’s arguments had turned physical but she had not reported it. Today she called for assistance when she became afraid her boyfriend would hit her. She explained to the officer the RV was registered in her name and she wanted her boyfriend to leave. The officer made contact with the boyfriend at where the RV was parked. He admitted to yelling at his girlfriend but denied threatening her. He told the officer it had been a long trip with them looking for work along the way, the

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couple had been arguing over the past few weeks and he was considering packing his things and leaving. The officer noted the boyfriend packed his things, left the RV and turned the keys to the RV back to the girlfriend.

The female advised the officer she had very little money and no place to go. The officer explained to the female if she told them where she was going they could advise the Department of Children and Families so they could begin providing services. The female was evasive on her plans.

The report stated the juvenile in the female’s care had not been in school for quite some time and they conveyed the need for a more stable environment. The child appeared to the officer to be clean and well fed and they did not observe any signs of physical abuse. The officer advised the female to stay at the Navarre Walmart or her current location so the Department of Children and Families could reach her.

The officer completed a Department of Children and Families form and faxed it to the abuse hotline.

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the way home they had an argument. She explained she became angry when her husband“pulled the C card out of his back pocket” and called a“redacted”several times. She told the officer she threw several items around the house and“tore it up”but alleged her husband had hit her in the face and thrown her around the house and yard. The officer noted a strong smell of alcohol coming from the wife and she told the officer she had consumed a pitcher of beer. Due to the wife’s intoxicated state she did not complete a sworn witness statement.

The officer observed her to have small cuts on both of her hands around the knuckles and some scratches on her right leg. Photographs were taken of the couple’s and female victims injuries, the damaged TV, the inside of the home covered in broken glass and several ripe bananas. Based upon the statements provided and the injuries sustained by all parties the officer determined the wife to be the primary aggressor in the incidents. All DomesticViolence paperwork was completed including a DomesticViolence Questionnaire and submitted to records. The wife was transported to Santa Rosa County Jail March 20 A man was arrested for battery with domestic violence at a residence on Andorra Street as a result of a disturbance call. Due to the nature of the call while responding to the location the officer confirmed with dispatch there we not any domestic violence injunctions in place for the address provided. Upon arrival the office made contact with a female complaint. She told the officer during an argument with her brother and he had struck her in the head several times and she was concerned he would harm her and a juvenile in her care. The officer did not observe any marks on the female but the female explained that the blows had been above her hairline. The officer spoke with another male in the home regarding the disturbance who explained that he had not seen the incident but had observed the other male inside the entry of the female’s bedroom, heard several loud bangs and thumps and had called 911 when he heard the female ask him to. When the officer spoke with the female’s brother the officer observed him to be under the influence of alcohol as his speech and movements were slow and an odor of alcoholic beverage was present coming from his person. He denied that there had been argument of any kind and he never left his room. The officer explained to the brother that they knew he had left his room based on accounts from others in the home but the male denied leaving his room, having an altercation and

being under the influence of alcohol. Based on witness statements the officer arrested and transported the brother to Santa Rosa County Jail.

March 22 A man was arrested for possession of marijuana, possession of marijuana with intent to distribute and drug equipment possession and/or use in parking lot #10 of Navarre Beach/Gulf Boulevard. An officer patrolling Navarre Beach located a parked vehicle containing several individuals and noted in the report that as they approached the vehicle they observed multiple subjects quickly moving around in the vehicle as if hiding items. The officer detected the smell of alcoholic beverages and marijuana from within the vehicle when the drive opened the door and from the open passenger side door. The officer determined that the vehicle contained eight individuals and due to the number of occupants requested backup assistance. The officer made contact with the male driver who admitted to drinking alcohol earlier in the day but denied any illegal activity occurring within the vehicle. While waiting for backup the officer observed the driver exit the vehicle, walk quickly to the front of the vehicle and appear to throw something away from the vehicle toward the passenger side. The officer had the male return to the driver’s seat in the vehicle. When backup officers arrived the male was asked to step out of the vehicle to perform field sobriety tasks. As the subject was exiting the vehicle officers observed in plain view under the driver’s seat a Crown Royal bag. The keys to the vehicle were located on the ground in the area that the officer had observed the male throw something prior to the arrival of backup. A Field sobriety task determined the subject to be borderline for DUI and was told that he would not be allowed to drive the vehicle. The registered owner of the vehicle, the subject’s mother, was contacted and arrived to the location. The mother was informed of the alcoholic beverage and marijuana smelling emanating from the vehicle and she requested that anything illegal to be removed from her vehicle. She provided verbal and signed consent for the vehicle to be searched for drugs and alcoholic beverages. All subjects were asked to exit the vehicle. In addition to the driver three males, two females and two juveniles exited the vehicle. The minor’s guardians were contacted and the juveniles were released to their care. The remaining passengers were released as well. A search of the Crown Royal bag resulted in a plastic baggie with a green leafy substance that field tested to be positive for marijuana (approximately 3.3 grams), a pill bottle with the name

of the driver on the label that contained approximately 3.2 grams of marijuana, a digital scale, a 45 caliber bullet, $114.00 in cash, and metal parts matching a disassembled Llama 45 caliber handgun found in the center console of the vehicle. Also located in a search of the vehicle was an empty Bud Light bottle on the back seat floorboard and a marijuana “blunt”weighing approximately 1.1 grams in a storage compartment on the back of front passenger seat. All items were shown to the owner of vehicle and she requested to speak with her son. The subject advised his mother that the he was working on the handgun for someone fromVirginia and said“I’m sorry, all the marijuana is mine.”The subject repeatedly apologized to his mother. All items were seized and placed into evidence. A trace through Alcohol Tobacco and Firearms will be requested for the hand gun. While being transported to the Santa Rosa County Jail the report indicates that the subject talked about various gun brands, stated he works on guns for people and that had known about the marijuana but that it was not his. He asked the officer what kind of jail time he was looking at for selling marijuana as he was not going to fight the charges and the report indicates that the officer told the subject that it depended on his record.

The subject then fell asleep for the remainder of his transport.

MARRIAGES May 17 to May 22 ■ Andrew Alfred Omundsen and Jessica Lee Mallet ■ Bryan Thomas Razzoog and Hollie Jane Livingston ■ Kayser Shawn August Stout and Carly Mae Olsowski ■ Mathew John Cordeiro Demello and Nichole Renee Warren ■ Milton Clarence May Jr. and Jamie Lea Jernigan ■ David Allen Harley Jr. and Tanya Nicole Hurd ■ Michael Ray Saullo and Kristen Elizabeth Shook ■ Joshua Charles Kirkland and Virginia Marie Plant ■ Hector Daniel Chavez andVictoria Renee Rushmeyer ■ Austin James Finch and Sydney Taylor Williams ■ John Gregory Liddle and Michelle Rene Blanton ■ Jeremy Tramine Moore and Daisy Tissves Renae Dixon ■ Howard Eugene Harper III and Amber Colleen Williams ■ Sheldon Lee Hutchins and TammyYvonne Dabney ■ Andrew James Ledet and Jessica Marie Harty ■ David Kyle McKinley and Deanndra Shelayne Lovern

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BUILDING PERMITS Building Permits filed in South ■ 3023 Grand Palm Sant Rosa May 17 -22 Way,Gulf Breeze, New Single Family, Square Feet- 3,670, ■ 1091 Harrison Avenue, Contractor -Raymond Clive Gulf Breeze, Windows/Doors Crosby, $132,540.

Install, Square Feet -0,Con■ 3023 Grand Palm Way , tractor - Peter Anthony Cafaro Gulf Breeze, Roofing Install, III, $1,728.

Square Feet - 3,670, Con■ 1838 Sunny Oak Street tractor- Raymond Clive CrosACC 1, Gulf Breeze, New by, $0.00.

Accessory Exempt, Square ■ 3088 Palm Tree Court , Feet -0, Contractor - BS Gulf Breeze, New Single FamSquared LLC, $0.00. ily , 3670, Raymond Clive ■ 200 Pensacola Beach Crosby, $132540.

Road Apt B1, Gulf Breeze, ■ 3088 Palm Tree Court , Hurricane Shutters Install, Gulf Breeze, Roofing, Install, Square Feet -0, Contractor - 3,670, Raymond Clive CrosHerman L. Vanderheyden, by, $0.00. $5,850.

■ 3131 Oriole Drive , Gulf ■ 2034 Everglades Drive, Breeze, Pool, Install, Square Windows/Doors Install, Feet -0, Gregory Kyle CarSquare Feet -0, Contractor - ruth, $24,000.

Peter Anthony Cafaro III, $991.

■ 4172 Madura Four , Gulf ■ 2069 Heritage Park Way, Breeze, Hurricane Shutters, New Single Family, Square Install, Square Feet -0, Phil Feet -3,036, Contractor - Wolfe, $10,600.

Michael Price, $125,000.

■ 6714 Elbing Street, New ■ 2069 Heritage Park Way, Single Family, Square Feet Roofing Install, Square Feet 3,223, Contractor -Julia R. -3,036, Contractor -Michael Foret, $130,000.

Price, $0.00.

■ 6714 Elbing Street, Roof■ 210 Pine Tree Drive , Gulf ing, Install, Square Feet- 3,223, Breeze, New Single Family, Contractor -Julia R. Foret, Square Feet - 7,870,Contractor $0.00.

-William J. Flowers, $800,000.

■ 7383 Olympia Street, ■ 2169 Chapparel Street, New Single Family,Square New Single Family, Square Feet- 3541,Contractor Feet - 2,298, Contractor - Thomas Westerheim, Robert M. McGavin, $130,000. $200,000.

■ 2173 Chapparel Street, ■ 7472 Sunset Harbor New Single Family, Square Drive Unit 321, Hurricane Feet - 2,298,Contractor - Shutters Install, Square Feet Robert M. McGavin, $130,000. -0, Contractor-Herman L. ■ 2489 Hidden Creek Dr Vanderheyden, $4,872. ive, Roofing Install, Square ■ 8130 Menorca Street, Feet -3,521, Contractor -Leo Roofing, Install, Square Feet A. Whitworth Jr., $0.00.

-0, Contractor -Alexander ■ 2489 Hidden Creek Key Daugherty, $1,200.

Drive, New Single Family, ■ 1888 Andorra Street, Square Feet -3,521, Contractor Retail/Stores/Customer Serv-Leo A. Whitworth Jr., $96,635. ices Remodel, Square Feet■ 2643 Bay Street , Gulf 1,400, Contractor -Eric Thor Breeze, New Single Family, Alfredson, $26,655.

Square Feet- 4,324, Con■ 1959 Hawthorne Drive tractor -Luke Newman ACC 1, Accessory Exempt Shows, $458,800.

New, Square Feet -0, Con■ 2643 Bay Street , Gulf tractor -Stephen & Karen Breeze, Roofing Install, Square Stenson, $0.00.

Feet- 4,324, Contractor -Luke ■ 209 Florida Avenue , Gulf Newman Shows, $0.00.

Breeze, Single Family Addi■ 2767 Augustus Road, tion, Square Feet- 670, ConHurricane Shutters Install, tractor -Jonathan Darrell Square Feet -0, Contractor - Liechty, $24,200.

Jay Paul Lunt, $950.

■ 209 Florida Avenue , Gulf ■ 3017 PGA Boulevard, Breeze, Roofing Install,Square New Single Family, Square Feet- 670, Contractor Feet- 3,253, Contractor - Jonathan Darrell Liechty, Michael Price, $150,000. $0.00.

■ 3017 PGA Boulevard, ■ 2149 Calle De Castelar, Roofing Install, Square Feet Windows/Doors, Install, -3,253, Contractor- Michael Square Feet -0, ContractorPrice, $0.00.

Jay Paul Lunt, $5,869.

■ 2570 Stormy Circle ACC 1, New Accessory Exempt, Square Feet -0, ContractorPaul & Marcy Ross, $0.00.

■ 2827 Lido Garden , Gulf Breeze, New Single Family, Square Feet- 2,044, Contractor -Ricky S. Wiggins, $150,000.

■ 2827 Lido Garden, Gulf Breeze, Roofing, Install, Square Feet -2044, Ricky S. Wiggins, $0.00.

■ 3467 Sycamore Lane, Gulf Breeze, Roofing Remodel, Square Feet -0, Contractor -William & Mary Barrett, $2,400.

■ 7438 Brevard Street, New Single Family, Square Feet 3,112,Contracto - Leo A. Whitworth Jr., $95,040.

■ 7438 Brevard Street, Roofing Install, Square Feet3,112, Contractor - Leo A. Whitworth Jr., $0.00.

■ 8169 Tavira Street, New Single Family,Square Feet2,489,Contractor- Charles E. Russell, $180,000.

■ 8169 Tavira Street, Roofing Install,Square Feet2,489,Contractor - Charles E. Russell, $0.00.

■ 1134 Great Oaks Court , Gulf Breeze, Windows/Doors Install, Square Feet -0, Contractor-Peter Anthony Cafaro III, $1,116.

■ 1329 Ceylon Drive , Gulf Breeze, Windows/Doors Install, Square Feet -0, Contractor-Michael S. Majors, $6,799.

■ 1634 Woodlawn Beach Road ACC 1, Gulf Breeze, New Accessory, Square Feet -676, Contractor- Andrew Ryan Blanton, $25,000.

■ 1634 Woodlawn Beach Road ACC 1, Gulf Breeze, Roofing Install, Square Feet676,Contractor- Andrew Ryan Blanton, $0.00.

■ 1894 Bayou Drive, Windows/Doors, Install, Square Feet -0, Contractor-Peter Anthony Cafaro III, $1,197.

■ 1944 Cardinal Lane, Windows/Doors, Install, Square Feet -0,Contractor- Peter Anthony Cafaro III, $854.

■ 3010 Coral Strip Parkway Seawall 1, Gulf Breeze, Dock/Pier/Seawall Install, Square Feet -0,ContractorDale William Hickman, $15,500.

■ 3192 Calle De Cortez, Single Family Addition, Square Feet -0,Contractor- Dale Robert Spring, $10,000.

■ 3886 Bay Wind Drive , Gulf Breeze, Windows/Doors Install, Square Feet -0, Contractor-Jay Paul Lunt, $4,506.

■ 421 Kenilworth Avenue , Gulf Breeze, Pool Install, Square Feet -0,ContractorJeffrey E. Cutter, $38,000.

■ 8141 Segura Street ACC 2, New Accessory Exempt, Square Feet -0, ContractorSandi L. Woody, $0.00.

■ 8141 Segura Street ACC 3, New Accessory Exempt, Square Feet -0, ContractorSandi L. Woody, $0.00.

■ ■ 8141 Segura Street ACC 4, New Accessory Exempt, Square Feet -0, Contractor- Sandi L. Woody, $0.00.

■ 8141 Segura Street ACC 5, New Accessory Exempt, Square Feet -0, ContractorSandi L. Woody, $0.00.

■ 8167 Navarre Parkway, New Foundation Only,Square Feet-0, Contractor-John David Gilbert, $0.00.

■ 8225 Molina Street, Windows/Doors Install, Square Feet -0, Contractor- Peter Anthony Cafaro III, $662.

■ 1957 Iris Lane, Single Family Remodel,Square Feet6, Contractor-William K. Keegan, $2,000.

■ 2726 Galleon Drive, New Mobile Home (HUD),Square Feet-1,568,

Contractor-Randy McClelland, $0.00.

■ 2774 Lakes Edge Lane, Single Family Addion, Square Feet-168, Fred D. Genkin, $9,000.

■ 2943 Paso DeVivoz, Pool Install Square Feet- 0, Contractor -Larry E. Robbins, $33,641.

■ 714 Roanoke Court, Windows/DoorsInstall, Square Feet -0,ContractorPeter Anthony Cafaro III, $2,462.

■ 8491 Navarre Parkway, Restaurants Addition, Square Feet- 1,456, ContractorAnthony Karl Moyer, $15,000.

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■ James Irving Bourgeois Ragghianti, W/M, age 30, Gulf Breeze. Charges: battery touch III, W/M, age 25, Navarre. or strike with domestic vio- Charge: probation violation.

■ Cody Dalton Johnson, lence; resisting officer – W/M, age 22, Navarre. Charge: obstruct without violence; possession of controlled sub- battery touch or strike with stance without prescription. domestic violence; kidnap – ■ Nester Medina-Rivera, false imprisonment of adult H/M, age 35, Navarre. Charge: or child under thirteen years

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Navarre once again has largest graduating class as school year comes to end

By Romi White Navarre Press

have post-planning thru June completed by a custodial par13. ent or court-awarded guardian. A separate form Project Graduation must be completed for each Navarre High’s Project child needing a transfer and Graduation will be held from forms must be received by 10 p.m. – 6 a.m. at Sam’s Fun June 15.

City in Pensacola. The cost is If a parent or guardian is in $70 and includes transporta- the process of building or leastion, food and admission to ing a residence in Santa Rosa the park, which features a County and requests to enroll water park, go-carts, laser tag, a student in a Santa Rosa arcade games and more. County public school prior Scholarships are available for to occupying the new resithose needing them. dence, form 61-02-13 must School transfers be completed and submitStudents may transfer to a ted, with required attachschool outside of their resi- ments, to the appropriate dential zone with the approval grade level director listed on of the school board using form the form. Both forms are avail61-02-04, which must be able at Santa Rosa schools or

Navarre High School will have the largest graduating class in the county when school comes to an end next week. In Santa Rosa County, there are 1,628 students graduating - and 420 of those are students at Navarre High.

Navarre High will be the first Santa Rosa high school to hold their commencement ceremony, which is scheduled to take place indoors at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 1 at the 10,000-seat Pensacola Bay Center, formerly known as the Pensacola Civic Center, followed by Gulf Breeze

at 2:30 p.m. and Pace at 6 p.m.

The three other local high schools are holding graduation ceremonies on campus: Jay at 6 p.m. June 3, followed

by Milton High at 8 p.m. Central High’s ceremony will take place at 6 p.m. on June 4.

The last day for seniors will be tomorrow, May 31, when a mandatory graduation practice will be held after the exam scheduled for 9:15 a.m. – 10:08 a.m.

Freshmen, sophomore and juniors have final exams next week and will be dismissing early. Buses will run at 12:15 p.m. June 5 and 6, and at 1 p.m. on June 7, the last day of school. Teachers and staff

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Government transparency advocates are taking issue with the county’s implementation of the policy.

“The people have a right to be present, speak out and ask questions about how our tax dollars are being spent,” said Jerry Couey, a member of the Florida First Amendment Foundation’s Sunshine Brigade.“There seems to be more concern over the fairness for a few vendors than the rights of multitudes of taxpayers,”added Couey, who received national recognition for his successful efforts to force the defunct TEAM Santa Rosa organization to comply with Florida’s open government laws.

In a May 1 memo to commissioners, Jones stated that it is not uncommon for the Board of County Commissioners to conduct interviews

VENDOR Baskerville-Donovan Atkins North America CH2M Hill Tetra Tech, Inc Env. Consulting & Tech Arcadis

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“It should be pretty good fishing,” said Capt.Tyler Manning of Flat Out Charters in Navarre.

“This has been the best (spring) season I’ve had so far.”

Organizers have put a lot of time and effort into the fishing rodeo, and even secured $10,000 from the Santa Rosa County Board of County Commissioners to help with the event.

Local businesses also hope the rodeo will bring visitors to Navarre during the tourism lull between spring break in March and summer vacations.

With more than 20 fish categories, the rodeo is meant to appeal to all manner of saltwater anglers.

Manning doesn’t expect the first Navarre Fishing Rodeo to compete with its better established counterparts in Destin and Pensacola. He’s not sure what to expect.

“We hope we get a good turnout, and we hope it gets bigger each year,”Manning said.

The Captain’s Meeting is at 7 p.m. Friday, May 31, at Juana’s Pagodas. The scales will open at Juana’s Pagodas from 3-7 p.m. Saturday and from noon-4:30 p.m. Sunday.

The award presentation will be at 6:30 p.m. Sunday at Juana’s Pagodas. It costs $25 to enter for fishermen and women 14 and older.Younger anglers compete free.Tickets are available at Broxson Outdoors, Navarre Beach Pier, Gulf Breeze Bait and Tackle, Ono Bait and Tackle, Half Hitch Bait and Tackle and Navarre Press.

“Absolutely, we used a working draft. Ideas would come in from all kinds of places, and some ideas were good.

Now the policy is I won’t fix typos (or make other changes),” she said.

Lawlor cited examples in which Jones emailed a proposed ordinance to Milton resident Wallis Mahute which differed from the proposed ordinance provided to Lawlor and the public. Lawlor stated that“substantial and material changes”were made after the Notice of the Public Hearing was published in news-

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Savicki enticed the child into his bedroom with watch a movie and molested her while she was in the bedroom with him.

Law enforcement arrested Savicki after the victim reported the sexual abuse incident to her mother.

The case was investigated by the Milton Police Department.

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la Area Economic Development Strategy, which he presented to Santa Rosa commissioners May 20.

“We have never looked at economic development from a two-county standpoint, and it is silly for us not to look at economic development that way because we have mutual objectives. Our economies are linked,”Hizer said.

Hizer stated the biggest game changer to come out of the two-county strategic plan is development of certified shovel-ready sites.

“They don’t even want to look at us if we’re not site certified,” he said of companies and site selectors.

Hizer noted Alabama has over 20 certified sites, southern Mississippi has about 12, while Florida has only one. “This has not been an area of emphasis in the state of Florida,”Hizer said, suggesting that if the area were to have a number of sites it would be differentiated from

to take the exam.

Cole and Commissioner Jim Melvin concurred with Lynchard’s choice, selecting Atkins as their top choice.

Salter and Williamson had Baskerville-Donovan ranked first.

Cole stated his appreciation for Atkins representative Jeff Helms, a former TEAM Santa Rosa board member, advising commissioners they were lagging behind on the pursuit of various pots of money available from RESTORE. “I’ve seen projects go to different counties,”Salter said, expressing his disappointment that Santa Rosa has missed out on some of the early phases of funding.

Lynchard, who has been leading the RESTORE efforts for the commission, said, Atkins understands the importance of acting sooner than later.

“We don’t want to get left behind and steamrolled by other counties,”said Lynchard.

2013-2014 calendar info The Santa Rosa County School Board approved the 2013-2014 calendar at their May 23 meeting. Teachers return August 12, students return August 19, spring break will be March 17-21, and the last day of regular school will be May 30, 2014.

The school board also approved start and dismissal times for the 2013-2014 school year. The only change in the Navarre area was for HolleyNavarre Middle School, which will start and end 10 minutes later, at 9:25 a.m. and 3:20 p.m., respectively.

statute allows for negotiations but does not specify decisions may be also made in private. Petersen said the 2011 amendment has not been litigated, so there is not much interpretation of the amended law; however, she stated the statute also requires records of such closed meetings be released upon notice of an intended decision. The recording of the May 21 meeting was not released until after a decision was made.

In an interview regarding the issue, Jones was asked what authority allows decisions to also be made in private. Jones expressed her

belief that the “statute absolutely covers it.”

Jones was also questioned as to why a decision was made behind closed doors instead of waiting until the next open meeting to allow public review and input. “There is value in making decisions while information is fresh on the mind,” Jones replied.

RESTORE consultant decision made in private The May 21 oral presentations by the six firms seeking to be selected as RESTORE consultant for the county were the first meetings officially closed to the public under the

new policy. A review of a recording of the meeting revealed Atkins North America was ultimately ranked top presenter.

The private meeting started with a presentation by Jim Waite, an appointee of Commissioner Don Salter who serves on the county zoning board and represented Baskerville-Donovan, a local firm which was tardy for their presentation, causing commissioners to take an unexpected recess to await the arrival of firm representatives after initially convening.

About 3 hrs and 15 minutes into the closed meeting, after all oral presentations had been heard by the commissioners, Chairman Bob Cole opened up discussions.

“We had some really good presentations this morning,” said Commissioner Lane Lynchard.“I think there are some holes we need to plug, and I think more than any other firm Atkins got that.”

papers and after county staff had provided the proposed ordinance for public for inspection.

Lawlor informed the State Attorney’s office that she addressed the Santa Rosa County Commission about ordinance enactment procedures in February 2012, but that her concerns were ignored.

Lawlor also noted an instance in which Mahute tried to inspect a proposed ordinance which was unavailable for public inspection at the location stated in the notice.

Jones stated that following Lawlor’s complaints, she has subsequently ensured applicable county staff is informed of public inspection proce-

dures related to proposed ordinance review.

In her response to the State Attorney’s office, Jones stated she was unaware of any prohibition against making such changes, stating that refining the ordinance is the point of the process.

“I have discontinued the process. I realize that members of the public might be confused or think that they are not being dealt with evenhandedly,” Jones stated.

Assistant State Attorney James Parker, supervisor of the Santa Rosa office, provided a response to Lawlor on May 7. Parker wrote “Your efforts have already prompted several changes which

should result in better government in Santa Rosa County. In addition, it appears that further efforts are underway to achieve compliance with statutory requirements.”

In reference to the aforementioned alterations made

by Jones, Parker said that such actions do not violate any criminal laws. But Parker did indicate that it is clearly a better practice to refrain from making modifications to the proposed ordinance until the public hearing is held.

Additionally, Parker noted Lawlor was correct in her assertion that Santa Rosa County had failed to comply with a requirement concerning an interagency agreement.

“There is no statute which provides criminal penalties for the failure to enter such an agreement. I do note that, according to County Attorney Angie Jones, the county is currently negotiating such an agreement and expects to resolve this issue in the next few months. In summary, none of the concerns you raise constitute criminal acts or rise to the level of a criminal violation. However, several of the common practices by Santa Rosa government were able to be improved upon and, through your actions, several steps have already been taken that should result in fairer, more efficient county government,” Parker stated in the letter.

other parts of the state.

“Santa Rosa County is miles ahead of Escambia with respect to site development,” said Hizer, noting both counties still have a lot of work to do and are about 20 years behind competitors with respect to site development.

Hizer mentioned the Gulf Power site certification program and congratulated Santa Rosa for their involvement.

“We think that with some modifications the (NW FL Industrial Park at I-10) is certified ready, so I fully anticipate we’ll have that certified.”

Hizer also mentioned a potential military outlying field land swap of about 460 acres but noted there is“still a lot of territory to be covered before that ever becomes a reality.”

The second game changer is a targeted employment plan.

“Sometimes we forget why economic development matters. We have far too many of our younger people living in poverty,”said Hizer.“There are young people who are graduating from our schools

who cannot afford a two- or four-year education.”

Hizer suggested that RESTORE funding could potentially help reach a $2025 million goal to address the matter. “It’s very exciting because looking out over next 10-to-20 years, this has the potential to move that needle significantly,”Hizer said.

The strategic plan consultants also recognized the area’s strengths and weaknesses with respect to economic development. The cost of business, transportation and quality of life were identified as positives for the twocounty area, but some areas with needed improvement included real estate, incentives, workforce, utilities/infrastructure and teamwork.

However, Hizer indicated he has seen improvement in local cooperation.“I think the teamwork between our counties has never been better,” he said.

Hizer complimented the recent hire of Shannon Ogletree to lead Santa Rosa’s economic development but stated better teamwork is still

needed on a regional basis.

Before concluding, Hizer mentioned an emerging cluster with respect to cybersecurity, an industry with an average salary of $85,000 per year which has taken root at Corry Station in Pensacola.

“It is the kind of jobs we want to focus on,”Hizer stated, announcing that a cybersecurity council has been formed toward that end with Mike Murdoch of AppRiver leading the effort.

Commissioners, however, stopped short of endorsing the plan at their May 23 regular meeting.

“I think it’s premature for us to endorse the plan because there’s of a lot of issues in there that we need to go through, especially several parts on RESTORE funding and kinds of projects that we might be looking at,” said Commissioner Don Salter, who made a motion not to endorse the plan as requested by Hizer, but to acknowledge it instead.

The motion passed unanimously without any discussion by commissioners.

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with potential vendors/bidders.

“Historically, these interviews have been open to the public and streamed live via the internet. In this technological age, a later presenter would have the opportunity of watching earlier interviews.

The exemption would eliminate this advantage,”said Jones.

Barbara Petersen, an attorney who is president of the Florida First Amendment Foundation, stated the first meeting commissioners held after enacting the policy might have violated the exemption.

Petersen pointed out the

online at https://www.santarosa.k12.fl.us/schoolchoice.

Summer school Students participating in summer remediation courses will only be able to be absent or tardy for 10 percent of the designated instruction time of 16 four-hour days, which equates to two days or eight hours of instruction. If a student misses more than the designated amount, he/she will be withdrawn from the remediation course.

However, Navarre High will not deny the student the opportunity to take the scheduled subject area retake offered in late summer. Contact guidance in order to ensure a spot

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tracting bacterial meningitis.

Bacterial meningitis can be spread through sharing a drink or cigarette, kissing, and in some cases being in a confined area near an infected person for more than eight hours.

Santa Rosa County Health Department officials said symptoms include a stiff neck, fever, headaches, nausea, vomiting and skin rash.

Parents of students who rode on the driver’s bus were notified of the situation by an automated phone call late Friday, according to school officials. Parents and students are being asked to monitor themselves and family members for symptoms, and to report them to their physician or to the health department at 850983-5200 if they notice any symptoms within about a week. Meningitis typically has a seven-to-ten day incubation period.

The bus driver reportedly died on Thursday in a Santa Rosa hospital. There have been no other confirmed cases of bacterial meningitis in Santa Rosa County, according to the health department.

The name of the school bus driver is not being released as a matter of privacy.

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Sandy Bottoms manager arrested for selling alcohol to underage client

By Romi White Navarre Press The manager of a business occupying county-owned property on Navarre Beach was arrested on a misdemeanor charge for selling alcohol to a minor during a late March transaction. The incident took place March 29 in the presence of a Santa Rosa Sheriff’s Office detective at Sandy Bottoms, a convenience store located at 8228 Gulf Boulevard and operated by Dorothy Slye, who is also the current manager of the Navarre Beach Pier, another county-owned property.

Sheila Lopez, 48, was arrest-

ed after selling a 23.5 ounce can of Four Loko Margaritaflavored beverage containing 12 percent alcohol to an underage buyer, violating Florida State Statute 562.11, which forbids the sale of an alcoholic beverage to a person under 21 years of age.

After purchasing the alcohol the underage person exited the store. Within a few minutes Lopez also exited the store, attempting to locate the person after realizing she had sold alcohol to an underage person. Lopez informed the officer she had made a mistake on the legal date of birth required to purchase alcohol when she checked

the buyers’ identification.

The detective stated Lopez was“visually upset for selling alcohol to a minor and very cooperative with investigators, ”noting she checked for identification and asked the purchaser their age; however, the buyer stated they were 21, and the sale was made.

Lopez was issued a Notice to Appear in court April 25 and accepted a pre-trial diversion program.

Business owner Dorothy Slye was awarded a long-term lease on the property by Santa Rosa County Commissioners April 9, 2009 through a public solicitation process.

Formosan termites- the monster invading the Panhandle Staff reports Navarre Press The Formosan Subterranean termite is one of the most destructive termite species in the world. And they are here, in our backyard.

Just as these termites are swarming and spreading devastation on homes and property across the Florida Panhandle, local officials want to spread the word and knowledge about these invaders.

Rep. Doug Broxson, R-Gulf Breeze, and the United Peninsula Association organized a public meeting late last year in hopes of increasing awareness and protecting homes in the Gulf Breeze and Navarre areas.

“They don’t just come in and take up space; they grow,” Broxson said at the meeting.

“We need to spread the gospel that we have a monster in our area.”

The species originated in China and Japan and were transported around the world mainly through port cities like New Orleans, said Paul Mitola, an environmental specialist for the DOA. According to Mitola, the celluloseeating species can be transported through things like railroad ties, mulch, palm balls and even potted plants.

The process for ridding a home of the pest is an“elegant science,”said Mike Page,

chief of entomology and pest control for the Florida Department of Agriculture. Because of the impact exposure to pesticides can have on humans, completely eradicating the species is nearly impossible, Page said. But this doesn’t mean that homes and property can’t be saved from termite damage.

According to UF extension, Formosan termite swarms usually occur in Florida from April through July on calm, warm and humid evenings.

Swarm sizes can be in the tens of thousands. Mitola said Formosans differed from the native Eastern termite because Formosans live underground where it is moist and only swarm at night time.

Homeowners might only realize they have a problem when they see termites swarming outside their home.

However, Mitola said homeowners shouldn’t wait until that point because it may be too late.

He said the typical claim for Eastern termite damage may be about $3,000, but the average claim for Formosan termite damage is $30,000$50,000 because of the significant structural damage they cause in a short time period. Preventive measures are the best way to ensure a home is protected.

Homeowners should make sure their entire infrastruc-

ture is inspected, including second stories, garages and attics.

Mitola said the termite colony can survive above ground as long as it has a moist environment. Sources of moisture include plumbing, water heater, roof leaks, condensation from air conditioning units, poor drainage from gutters and rainfall on boats and ships and porches, balconies or rooftops, with plants or landscaping that are frequently watered.

Homeowners are encouraged to frequently check for signs of a termite infestation to prevent major termite damage. An obvious sign of a termite infestation is large carton nests in nearby trees or in the attic. Not so obvious signs are soft spots, damp or moist patches, bulges and blistered paint in walls, doors and floors.

Two types of termite control are typically available: soil termiticides and baits. The treatment used depends largely on the type and size of the infestation, and the choice of the homeowner.

Homeowners who feel their home might be displaying some signs of termites should call a professional treatment company immediately to prevent further damage and the termites spreading to neighbors.

Gov. Scott signs ban on texting while driving

By Kelli Kennedy Associated Press MIAMI — Gov. Rick Scott signed a statewide ban on texting while driving into law Tuesday, making Florida the 41st state to enact a textingwhile-driving ban for all drivers.

The law makes it a secondary offense to read or send a text, email or instant message on a smartphone while driving. That means police have to first stop drivers for another offense like an illegal turn. Florida’s seatbelt law also began as a secondary offense but is now a primary offense.

Scott signed the bill at a Miami high school, noting that the 100 days between Memorial Day and Labor Day are known as the deadliest days on the road for teenagers.

However, the law doesn’t go into effect until October.

“This is going to save lives.

This is going to make sure our teenagers are safe while driving, that they’re not distracted while driving,”he said.

It took five tries before Florida lawmakers finally passed the texting ban. Previous efforts stalled in the face of House Republican opposition, with conservative members worried about government intru-

sion into people’s lives.

The House added a provision allowing police to use drivers’mobile phone records against them only when texting causes a crash resulting in death or personal injury.

The bill’s sponsor, Sen. Nancy Detert, R-Venice, has said that could help to defend the law against privacy concerns.

Drivers who text take their eyes off the road for almost five seconds, according to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, which regulates the trucking industry. At 55 mph, a driver can cross the equivalent of a football field while not looking.

There were 256,443 reported crashes in Florida in 2012.

In 4,841 of those crashes, a driver had been texting or otherwise using an “electronic communication device”while driving, according to a preliminary report from the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles.

Student Jackie Garcia said she tries to put her phone in the glove compartment when she’s driving.

“It’s just so temping because you know (your phone) is there and you want to reach for it,” said the 17-year-old, who was among nearly two dozen students who stood next to Scott wearing“No Text

On Board”T-shirts as he signed the bill.

Critics said the law should have made texting while driving a primary offense and complained the law will also be difficult to enforce.

“It’s a watered down bill, but something is better than nothing,”said Democratic Rep. Irv Slosberg, whose teen daughter died in an accident with a distracted driver.

When asked if he thought texting while driving should be a primary offense, Scott said“it’s the right way to start.”

The ban covers tablet computers as well as mobile phones, but excludes using a talk-to-text feature. It also allows texting while stopped at a red light.

The bill allows the use of phone records in defense against a ticket, but some phone companies’ records don’t differentiate between manual texting and talk-totext messaging.

A first violation is a $30 fine plus court costs. A second or subsequent violation within five years adds three points to the driver’s license and carries a $60 fine.

AT&T, the AARP, AAA, trial lawyers, businesses and state law enforcement groups have all spoken in support of the ban.

NOTICE OF CHANGE OF LAND USE AND INTENT TO CONSIDER AN ORDINANCE The Santa Rosa County Zoning Board and Board of County Commissioners will conduct public hearings to consider a change of the Land Development Code and Comprehensive Plan. The hearings are scheduled as follows: Zoning Board (to consider and make a recommendation on the proposals): Thursday, June 13, 2013 at 6:00 p.m.

Board of County Commissioners (to consider adoption of the ordinance): Thursday, June 27, 2013 at 6:00 p.m.

Both meetings will be held at the Santa Rosa County Administrative Center in the Board Meeting Room, 6495 Caroline Street, Milton, Florida. At the public hearings, the Local Planning Board and Board of County Commissioners shall consider the ordinances entitled: Ordinance No. 1 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO SANTA ROSA COUNTY, FLORIDA; AMENDING ORDINANCE 91-24 AS AMENDED; AMENDING THE ZONING DISTRICTS AS DEPICTED IN THE ATTACHED MAPS; APPROVING THE AMENDMENTS TO THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF THE LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE AS DEPICTED IN THE ATTACHED MAPS; AMENDING ORDINANCE 2003-25; AMENDING THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP OF THE SANTA ROSA COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN; CHANGING THE LAND USE CLASSIFICATIONS AS DEPICTED IN THE ATTACHED MAPS; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Zoning District Amended: from AG (Agriculture District) to HCD (Highway Commercial Development District) – total 1.77(+/-) acres.

Future Land Use Designation Amended: from Agriculture to Commercial

Zoning District Amended: from AG (Agriculture District) to HCD (Highway Commercial Development District) – total 3.88 (+/-) acres Future Land Use Designation Amended: from Agriculture to Commercial

Zoning District Amended: from RR1(Rural Residential Single Family District) to HCD (Highway Commercial Development District) – total 1.77 (+/-) acres Future Land Use Designation Amended: from Single Family Residential to Commercial

Zoning District Amended: from AG (Agriculture District) to R1 (Single Family Residential District) – total 7.73 (+/-) acres Ordinance No. 2 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO SANTA ROSA COUNTY, FLORIDA; AMENDING ORDINANCE 91-24 AS AMENDED; AMENDING ARTICLE 3, ARTICLE 6.05.24.C.2.j, HEART OF NAVARRE OVERLAY DISTRICT PARKING AND LANDSCAPING, ARTICLE 7.01.02 LANDSCAPING GENERAL, ARTICLE 7.01.03 REQUIRED PERIMETER LANDSCAPING ADJACENT TO PUBLIC RIGHTS-OF-WAY, ARTICLE 7.01.04 REQUIRED PARKING AREA INTERIOR LANDSCAPING, ARTICLE 7.01.05 LANDSCAPE BUFFERS, ARTICLE 7.01.06 TREE PROTECTION; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Ordinance No. 3 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO SANTA ROSA COUNTY, FLORIDA; AMENDING ORDINANCE 91-24 AS AMENDED; AMENDING ARTICLE 11 RELATING TO HEIGHT AND LIGHTING STANDARDS WITHIN AIRPORT ZONES; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Ordinance No. 4 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO SANTA ROSA COUNTY, FLORIDA; AMENDING ORDINANCE 91-24 AS AMENDED; AMENDING THE LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE RELATED TO PROPERTY OWNER NOTIFICATION OF LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE AND BUILDING CODE REGULATIONS AT THE TIME OF SALE; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. The agenda and backup documentation will be available via the Meetings & Agendas Page of the County’s website at www.santarosa.fl.gov approximately 1 week prior to each scheduled meeting. Interested parties may appear at the meetings and be heard with respect to this proposed ordinance. All interested parties should take notice that if they decide to appeal any decision made by the Santa Rosa County Board of County Commissioners with respect to any matter coming before said Board at said meeting, it is their individual responsibility to insure that a record of proceedings they are appealing exists and for such purpose they will need to insure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record shall include the testimony and the evidence upon which their appeal is to be based.

Santa Rosa County adheres to the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable modifications for access to this meeting upon request. Please call Santa Rosa County Planning, Zoning and Development Division at (850) 9817075 to make a request. For the Hearing-Impaired, 1-800-955-8770 (Voice).

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Memorial Day: ‘It’s not about the boating or barbeques’

By Chris Chatelain Navarre Press Monday, May 27 was Memorial Day. It was a beautiful, sunny day with comfortable temperatures and a gentle breeze blowing off the water at a ceremony held at Navarre Park. The day meant many things to different people in attendance, but U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel Michael“Dane”Acord best put it in perspective.

“It is not about department store sales, boating, barbeques or the start of summer,”Acord said.“It is about pausing briefly to honor those that have paid the ultimate sacrifice. So forget, for a moment, the politics and what you might have going on later today. For now, let’s just think about what this day means and think about the sacrifice Americans have made on this day.”

Indeed, it was a day to pay tribute to those who serve today, and also those who have served our country in the past.

To do that, Acord removed himself from his spot in front of the crowd and immersed himself within it to shake the hands of a small group of veterans present who served in World War II and in Korea.“We really have to take care of these heroes. We can’t ever forget them,”Acord said.

Steve Carr and Rod Stoffer from the VFW 4407 were on hand to present a helmet and boot in remembrance of our POWs and MIAs, while numerous other community and military organizations presented wreaths to honor the fallen.

The community was well represented at Monday morning’s event. Organizations presenting wreaths ranged from local Boy Scout troops to the Ladies AuxiliaryVFW, and from the Navarre Area Board of Realtors to the American Legion. In all, about 10 wreaths lined the roadside along Hwy 98, where passersby were reminded of those who gave their lives for our freedom.

Santa Rosa County Commissioner Jim Melvin, himself a former member of the Air Force, was on hand to present a county proclamation recognizing Memorial Day in the county.

But the day was not about politics. It was about a community coming together to honor and celebrate its past and present. And, also the future.

“I see the NJROTC standing over there, and I want to say I’m proud of you and of those who will take on vital roles in years to come,”Acord said.“You guys came out on your day off to be a part of this, and that says something.”

Acord concluded the event not by running down a laundry list of every war Americans have fought and died in, but by bringing into light several important battles and soldiers from the day of May 27 throughout history. He spoke of key strategies by military leaders that would shape a nation. Acord also spoke of individuals who sacrificed their own lives by jumping on grenades or mines and used their own bodies as shields to protect their friends and fellow soldiers from certain injury and death.

“You’ve heard the expression‘freedom isn’t free.’Well, these people paid with their lives so that you could be here and be free today,”Acord said.

And so everyone went home shaking the hands of veterans and remembering that there is a high cost for our rights and freedoms. Memorial Day is, after all, a day of remembrance.

“Veterans give us our freedom and rights,”said Melvin.

“And for that, we should all say‘ThankYou.’”

Members of Boy Scout Troop 105 look on as wreaths are displayed during a Memorial Day ceremony at Navarre Park.

Lieutenant Colonel Michael Acord with Russell Wilby

Scout Shea Dixon prepares to lay his wreath.

Photos by Sandi Kemp

Lieutenant Colonel Michael Acord with Willim McCowen

Navarre High School NJOTC honor guard

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Navarre’s Longdin gives kids a guardian angel

By Joni Williams Navarre Press Navarre resident Janet Longdin was recently named the Guardian Ad Litem 2013 Volunteer of the Year for Longdin South Santa Rosa County at its annual luncheon Despite many years of continued service and hours of dedication, the news came as a big surprise.“I didn’t expect to get this one, the biggest award,”she said.

Longdin has been donating her time to the organization for seven years, after previously volunteering for a senior citizen center in California. “I said to myself,‘I’ve done the geriatric thing, now let’s (work with) the kids,’ ”she said of the transition.

Guardians such as Longdin are appointed by judges to “look out”for abused, abandoned and neglected children going through the court system, said Maureen Hornyak of the Santa Rosa County Guardian Ad Litem.

“The best way to put it,”she explained,“is the guardian ad

litem looks out for the best interest of the child.”

In order to become a guardian ad litem, volunteers must first complete a lengthy application process that includes background checks and 30 hours of in-service training. And that’s just the beginning of a time commitment that goes well beyond spending a few hours here and there in a courtroom.

After being assigned a child, the guardian is required to set up monthly visits, which can be conducted in a school or other setting to assess the child’s needs and overall well-

being. “They try to get to know the child and become a stable presence,”Hornyak said, during what is sure to be a“traumatic time”in the child’s life.

Guardians also step in when needed and make recommendations to better the child’s life.“If a child needs tutoring or counseling, then the guardian may recommend that,”she said, citing examples of past cases where everything from speech therapy to securing a child’s bed has been recommended.

While Longdin said it’s been rewarding work, she said it can also be emotionally trying. Children often have been

subjects of severe, ongoing abuse such as one of her charges, whose court proceedings prevailed longer than a year, the typical timeframe to wrap a case.

“There were implications of abuse by her father and his friends. It was terrible,”Longdin carefully explained in a guarded voice. Terrible, yes, but also gratifying when victims like this one acknowledged her work endeavors.

“When the kids see me, and give me a big hug,”she said, citing the highlight of her service.“That means more to me than an award of any kind.”

Saturday life at Navarre Park

Library happenings The Navarre Library, located at 8484 James M. Harvell Road, will host the following events: Navarre Library is open from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Monday-Wednesday; 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Thursday; 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Friday; and 9 a.m. 1 p.m. Saturday.

Friends of Navarre Library bookstore hours are 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Monday-Wednesday; 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Thursday; 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Friday; and 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Saturday.

June 7: Hopeful Hearts Bereavement Support Group: A series of meetings for “Hopeful Hearts,” a bereavement support group, will be held on Fridays from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. through July 19. The weekly sessions will address grief support — following an educational outline — and offer assistance, love and listening ears to those grieving over the loss of a loved one. The meetings will be facilitated by Jennifer Gilbert, MSW of Emerald Coast Hospice. All materials will be provided, refreshments will be served, and no reservation is required. There is no charge to participate. The program will be held in the Navarre Library Meeting Room.

June 12: Reading Education Assistance Dogs — Come, Sit, Stay & R.E.A.D. with a Furry Friend in the Navarre Library from 4 – 5:30 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month. Sign up in the library. Supervision is required. The program will be held in the Navarre Library, located at 8484 James M. Harvell Rd. in Navarre. Contact the Navarre Library for more information.

Wednesday, June 26 – Emerald Coast Hospice will host a community education program from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. in the library meeting room. Registered nurse Daina Skinner will present benefits of the hospice program such as grief counseling. It is free and open to the public. For more information, call Skinner at 850862-1069.

SAFER Santa Rosa Disaster Preparedness Expo June 1: The SAFER Santa Rosa 2013 disaster preparedness expo will be held on Saturday, June 1, at the Gulf Breeze Recreation Center on Shoreline Drive in Gulf Breeze. To be a vendor contact Brenda Roland at brsvpsantarosa@mchsi.com or 850-9835220.

Emerald Coast Women’s Club June 6: The Emerald Coast Woman’s Club luncheon meeting will be held on Thursday, 6 June 2013, at 11:30AM at the Tuscan Grille at Hidden Creek Golf Club, 3070 PGA Blvd., Navarre.

Reservations are required and must be made by 7 p.m. Sunday, June 2. Cost for the luncheon is $13.50, paid by check only. Please call Bernice Schlosser (850) 515-0115 or Linda Stone (850) 936-5554.

Photos by Dickie Williams

Santa Rosa Medical Center Auxiliary Jewelry and Accessories Sale June 6 - 7: The Santa Rosa Medical Center Auxiliary will have a Jewelry and Accessories sale on Thursday, June 6 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday, June 7 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the education building located directly behind the hospital. All items for sale are only $5, and proceeds go toward medical career scholarships and other outreach projects.

Santa Rosa County 4-H announces Poultry Judging teams Staff reports Navarre Press The Santa Rosa County 4-H Poultry Judging Team is now set after the club recently held try-outs for the team.

Twelve youth will form three Poultry Judging teams.

The teams will compete in

identification of butcher cuts, judging of post-production birds and grading of both internal and external aspects of eggs.

The local 4-Hers named to the team are as follows: Senior team — Katie Carmichael, Jasmin Rhea, Jenny Schmidt, Ashley Tate

and Kaitlyn Pace (alternate).

Junior team — Kyle Caskey, Jr., Trent Grimes, Sam Grosjean and Kailey Pittman. Junior/Intermediate team 2 — Gerrod Granger, Zeke Grosjean, Rabeka Leiterman and Alea Trehern.

Santa Rosa County 4-H will send 12 youth to

Gainesville in June to compete in the State Poultry Judging Competition. Individuals or businesses interested in sponsoring the team should contactVickie Mullins

or Prudence Caskey at (850) 623-3868 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. weekdays or via email at vickiem@santarosa.fl.gov or prudence@santarosa.fl.gov.

Driver’s Safety Course June 7: The Blake in Gulf Breeze will sponsor an AARP Driver’s Safety Course on June 7 at their property at 4410 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze. The class is one day and will be conducted from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., with a one hour lunch break. Cost of the class if $12 for AARP members and $14 for non-members. It is open to the public and people of any age can attend (including teen-agers). For more information or to make your reservation, call (850) 934-4306.

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At Home At War Becky Mayfield Navarre Press I have a well-worn brown leather box. Inside are stacks of nondescript white envelopes, rubber-banded in uneven groups and all neatly tied together with a large yellow ribbon. Today, I received my 29th letter of this deployment. At the end of this year apart, 52 will be rubber banded together and included with the others in this box.

Ty went to basic training between our junior and senior year in high school.

We were good friends who spent the year strictly as study partners. The summer was momentous for both of us; he would learn to be a soldier and I would experience what college was going to be like. The letters started that summer. They were brief, with a staccato tone, almost as if Ty was documenting what he was experiencing as written proof that the whole experience was in fact real. These first letters were sporadic in number and general in nature. I kept them in a basket on my desk not to specifically save them but because I didn’t know what else to do with them.

When Ty left for more training the following summer we were more than friends. It was my first taste at saying goodbye to him and it was with much teenage angst I awaited my weekly letter. When they arrived, they were prized possessions that I would keep close to me, carefully tucking them in the pocket of my apron when I went to work. These letters spoke of our future, our transition to college and the next adventure for us as a couple.

Sometimes I would find pine needles carefully folded into the letter, a memento of sorts to remind me of just exactly where he was.

Twenty years later I still intently await his letters in the mail. They are written weekly, but arrive with the whims of the postal service.

Occasionally I will find more than one in my mailbox. I open the one with the oldest postmark and save the others for the next week.

This guarantees something to look forward to regardless of how efficient the mail is.

While our means of communication have seen many changes through twenty years of deployments and separations, it is the letters that I would trade for all other correspondence if ever I was forced to choose.

Email, Skype and Facetime are invaluable and I am grateful for all these forms of modern contact. But when I hold the letter that he has written, I am instantly reminded that he too held this paper, carefully crafting the words while at his desk or in bed and while I will never be there to experience that moment or place, I am experiencing it through the physical letter and his written word. It is in the mostly forgotten art of letter writing that Ty shows what a true romantic he is. These letters are not a mundane litany of tasks completed or rote babble; they speak of our future, our life transitions and our next set of adventures. They remind me that the man I married over 15 years ago still makes my heart sing and gives me butterflies in the stomach, just like when we were teenagers.

And so on days when being apart is almost too much to bear, I open my brown leather box and am instantly taken back to a time when our separation was just as challenging. The mere act of removing those letters from the box reminds me that I have survived separations before.

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1st SOW brings two units home to Hurlburt

Photo by U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Christopher Callaway

U.S. Air Force members past and present from the 9th Special Operations Squadron and 1st Special Operations Maintenance Squadron run both guidons on May 20 from Eglin Air Force base to Hurlburt Field. The units are moving to Hurlburt Field after been stationed on Eglin for more than 20 years.

By Airman 1st Class Christopher Callaway 1st Special Operations Wing Public Affairs HURLBURT FIELD — After two years of planning, the Airmen from the 9th Special Operations Squadron and 1st Special Operations Maintenance Squadron relocated from Eglin Air Force Base to Hurlburt Field AFB. The relocation, which occurred on May 20, brings more than 400 personnel to Hurlburt Field and 8 MC130p Combat Shadow Aircraft.

To commemorate the move, the two squadrons ran their guidons 14.7 miles with

approximately 50 volunteers from the two units.

The run was a unique way for the squadrons to do something special to bring the flags from one base to another and commemorate their move instead of moving quietly, according to Capt. Michael Ward, a coordinator for the event from the 1st Special Operations Maintenance Squadron.

The run began early Monday morning with two groups of runners broken down into five sections, with each section running around three miles.

Each time the group reached their next point of transition someone new

grabbed the guidons, ensuring the flags never stopped moving.

Even though both squadrons have been working under the 1st Special Operations Wing, they always faced the challenge of running smoothly being stationed on another base.

“We are very excited to be closer to our home unit,”said Capt. Charles Thomas, executive officer for the 9th SOS. “We are here having some fun now, but we are also here looking to do some good things and just continue the effort we put in at Eglin.”

Prior to the move, all the maintenance support units and supplies except the 1st

SOMXS were located on Hurlburt Field, adding time to the work day because the need to going back and forth for between the two bases for supplies to accomplish the mission safely and correctly.

The ceremony held at the Shadow Nose Dock Hangar on base signaled the end of such challenges and was the official time both units reported for duty for the first time on Hurlburt Field.

“This has never been your home, but you always felt like it was and so did we,”said Col. Jim Slife, commander of 1st SOW.“We have been waiting for you for about 23 years—welcome home.”

Heritage Museum of NWF to offer free admission for military Staff reports Navarre Press This summer, the Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida will participate Blue Star Museums, a collaboration between the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families, the Department of Defense, and more than 1,800 museums across America to offer

free admission to all active duty military personnel and their families from Memorial Day, May 27, through Labor Day, September 2, 2013.

And, now is a better time than ever to come see the museum, as there is a new exhibit —“Homesteading in Northwest Florida.” The exhibit, presented in cooperation with the Museum,

Okaloosa County, and the Eglin Cultural Resources Management, is part ofVIVA Florida 500, a statewide celebration of 500 years of Florida history.

The exhibit features an ongoing time capsule, as well as a fascinating display of unique artifacts discovered on Eglin Air Force Base from the time period of the Homestead Act of 1862. The

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The Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida is open from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Tuesdays through Saturdays. Admission is $5 for adults, $4 for seniors and $3 for children.

Military Briefs Local airmen graduate from basic training Two Navarre residents recently graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas.

Stephens Air Force Airman Matthew A. Stephens and Air Force Airman John S. Syzdek completed an intensive, eightweek program that included Syzdek training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

Stephens is the son of Tracy Stephens of Navarre and Lesley Oxendine of Stonefield Place, San Antonio, Texas. Stephens is a 2012 graduate of Navarre High School.

Syzdek is the son of Mark and Karen Syzdek of Navarre. Syzdek is a 2008 graduate of Navarre High School. He earned an associate degree in 2011 from Pensacola State College.

Attention Precinct 22, 25, and 32 voters: Absentee ballots for the Special General Election, State Representative, House District 2, may be dropped off at the following locations: • South Santa Rosa Service Center (Annex) 5841 Gulf Breeze Pkwy.

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The Thursdays in the Park concert series will feature the music of The Blenders (reggae, jazz) from 6 - 8 p.m. at Navarre Park. sign up at http://www.meetup.com/ftawesterngate.

May 30: Thursdays in the Park, the Navarre Chamber of Commerce’s popular summer concert series, will continue this week with the sounds of The Blenders — a reggae, jazz and groove band— from 6 – 8 p.m. at Navarre Park near the foot of the bridge.

Canoe/kayak trip on Coldwater Creek June 9: Come get out on the water for a canoe or kayak trip down the gentle, crystal clear Coldwater Creek on Sunday, June 9. Interested parties should meet at 9 a.m. at the Shell/Subway station on the corner of Hwy. 191 (Munson Hwy.) and Hwy. 87 (Stewart St) in Milton.

Bring your canoe/kayak, paddle, PFD (Personal Flotation Device), whistle, extra clothing, swimsuit, water, shoes, lunch, snacks, hat, sunglasses, raingear, sunscreen, camera, etc. Pets are welcome. If you do not have your own boat, we can recommend places to rent them. For more information, call Cheryl Gardner at 850- 484-9111 or sign up at http://www.meetup.com/ftawesterngate/.

Celebrate National Trails Day with a hike or a sunset walk June 1: Hikers and nature enthusiasts are encouraged to come take a hike along either the Jackson Trail in Milton or the Florida National Scenic Trail near Fort Pickens in Gulf Islands National Park to celebrate National Trails Day on Saturday, June 1. Participants interested in the Jackson Trail hike should meet at 8 a.m. at the Forestry Center parking lot at Blackwater River State Forest (11650 Munson Highway in Milton). We will car caravan to Old Martin Road and hike the six-mile section to Sandy Landing. Bring sunscreen, bug spray, plenty of water and suitable walking shoes. Bring a picnic lunch for eating and swimming afterward at Krul Lake if desired.

Participants interested in the Fort Pickens hike should meet at 7 a.m. at the FTA Trail Head Fort Pickens parking area. Hikers will be taken on a Rangerled hike through the beginning of the Florida National Scenic Trail and will experience watching the sun go down over the beach and the water. For more information, contact Helen Wigersma at 850- 287-1748 or

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Book sale May 30-31: Santa Rosa Medical Center Auxiliary will host a“Books are Fun”sale on Thursday, May 30 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Friday, May 31 from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Book and Gift Sale will be held on the Santa Rosa Medical Center campus in the education building located directly behind the hospital. Proceeds will go toward medical scholarships. For more information, visit www.SRMCFL.com or call 850-626-7762.

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Kite Festival at Navarre Beach June 15: Come bring the family and catch some breezes at the 2nd Annual KiteFest at Navarre Beach, on Saturday, June 15, from noon – 4 p.m. at Navarre Park. In addition to colorful kites dancing in the skies overhead, there will also be a picnic at this free event. This event is hosted by the Gulf Coast Regional Networking Alliance of the Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia (HHT) Foundation International and a small group of beach loving kite flyers. For more information, or to make a donation, please email the local HHT Regional Coordinator at gulfcoasthht @gmail.com.To make a donation to this event, please visit www.firstgiving.com/ fundraiser/HHTDonations/kitefest.

Master Gardener Yard Sale June 15: The Santa Rosa County Master Gardeners will host their 3rd AnnualYard Sale on Saturday June 15 from 8 a.m. to noon at the UF/IFAS Santa Rosa County Extension Office (6263 Dogwood Drive in Milton). Admission is free.The sale will include a variety of household items including garden tools, plants and books.

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The Fiesta Day Parade will honor the Blue Angels as Grand Marshal for the parade thorugh the streets of downtown Pensacola.

Society will offer a Life Drawing session from 9 a.m. – noon on Saturday, June 8 at the Art Center at 17 First Street SE in Fort Walton Beach. There will be no instructor, but the session provides students the opportunity to draw from a live model. Cost, including model fee, is $10 for ADSO members and $12 for non-members, based on minimum of 8 participants.

Students should register by calling 850-244-1271 during office hours from noon – 4 p.m. on Tuesday-Friday.

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Stage Crafters will bring the production Skyscraper to the stage in Fort Walton Beach on selecft evenings from June 7 - 16.

Master Gardeners will be available to answer questions. The Demonstration Gardens will be open for tours. Refreshments and baked goods will also be available for sale. For more information contact Mary Derrick at 850-623-3868 or via email at maryd@santarosa.fl.gov. Hearing impaired individuals may call Santa Rosa County Emergency Management Service at (850) 983-5373 (TDD).

Fishing Camp July and August: Get reeled into fishing with a three-day fishing camp for kids ages 9 – 14 at the Navarre Beach Marine Science Station — the only facility in the Florida Panhandle selected to partner with the Guy Harvey Foundation and Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission (FWC). Campers will learn about fish biology and conservation as well as fishing tackle, methods, and techniques.

Campers also will receive a Guy Harvey camp shirt, Guy Harvey accessories, small tackle box and a fishing pole. Fees include instruction led by local fisherman/educator/conservationist Pete Della Ratta, kayaking, field investigations, deep sea fishing trip, fishing on the Navarre Pier and a fish fry. Cost of the camp is $300, and sessions are July 1719 and August 7-9 from 9 a.m.

– 3 p.m. at Navarre Beach Marine Science Station, located at 8638 Blue Heron Ct. in Navarre Beach.

For more information, email navarresciencestation@gmail.co m or visit www.navarresciencestation.org.

Stage Crafters presents Skyscraper June 7 – 9, 14-16: Stage Crafters brings Skyscraper to the stage of the Fort Walton Beach Civic Auditorium June 7 through the 9 and June 14 through the 16. Curtain times for Friday and Saturday performances are 7:30 p.m. and Sunday matinees are at 2 p.m.

Skyscraper tells the story of six lives that are changed forever when they merge on the rooftop of a building set for demolition and uncover the mysterious threads that connect them to each other. It’s written by Pulitzer-prize-winning playwright David Auburn and directed by Melissa Wolf-Bates. Tickets are $15 and are available online at www.stagecrafters.com.

Discounted student tickets are Billy Bowlegs Pirate Festival May 30 – June 1: There will also available at the door. be many new features at this year’s Billy Bowlegs Pirate Fes- American Red Cross Annual Red, tival in Fort Walton Beach. The White & Blue 5K June 8: The American Red pirate festivities begin with the kids’ Pirate Walk from 4 to 6 Cross will host its annual Red, p.m. with costumed trick-or White & Blue 5K on Saturday, treating-hosted by the down- June 8. Beginning and ending town merchants at their stores at the Ft. Walton Beach Landalong Miracle Strip Parkway. ing, the course takes runners At The Landing, the Festival and walkers along a picturesque will actually begin at 6 p.m., path down Brooks Street highwith food and craft vendors at lighted by glimpses of the Bay. the waterfront park. The There also will be a half-mile Bowlegs Pub Crawl children’s fun run for kids ages (www.FWBPubCrawl. com) 10 and under. Online registrawill also begin at 6 p.m. The tion is $25/$30 at packet pickTorchlight Parade will wind its up and race day. To sign up or way up Eglin Parkway at 7 p.m. for more information please viswith dozens of floats and the it: www.redcross-nwlf-events.org Krewe of Bowlegs. Following or call (850)432-7601. the Parade, activity will move back to the Landing for Thurs- High school students’ pottery work day’s“Pirate Zombie Night” on display June 1 – 2: In the Arts and and a costume contest. Tom Mason and the Blue Bucca- Design Society Gallery (17 First neers will perform at 8 p.m. Street SE, in Fort Walton Beach), On Friday, the Festival will students of FWB High School open at 3 p.m. and the popu- art teacher Kim Moran will be lar Pirate Skirmish will begin presenting their work in the at 7 p.m. followed by a“Talk exhibition: "Contemporary Like a Pirate”contest and music Issues Captured in Clay as Seen

by Cabo Rock. There will be Through the Eyes of High School a 20-minute fireworks show Students." The exhibit will be at 9:30 at the festival grounds. open from noon – 4 p.m. on SatOn Saturday, from 10 a.m. to urday, June 1, and from 1 p.m.

9 p.m., Capt. Billy Bowlegs and – 5 p.m. on Sunday, June 2, with his krewe are expected to jol- the reception at 3 pm.The exhibly back-and-forth before for it and reception are free and their ultimate standoff with open to the public. For more Mayor Anderson and his mili- information, call 850-244-1271 tia at 4 p.m. on Saturday. The or visit www.artsdesignsocistandoff will be followed by ety.org music from the Bottoms Up Band and the Journey tribute Life Drawing session June 8: The Arts and Design band Don’t Stop Believin’.

Dig Into Reading at the Library The Santa Rosa County Library System opens online registration for the 2013 summer reading program on Saturday, June 1 at www.santarosa.fl.gov/libraries The summer reading program’s kickoff and Viva Florida 500 Celebration,“Dig into Agriculture,”will be held at the Jay Library on Friday, June 7 at 1 p.m. Participants will meet Tuffy the Real American Quarter Horse, sit in a tractor, crawl through a soil tunnel and plant seeds. Hot dogs and peanuts will be served. For more information, visit www.santarosa.fl.gov/libraries or call (850) 981-7323 (READ).

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Kids' Summer Fine Art Camp June 17-21, July 15-19: The Arts and Design Society is offering the opportunity for children to participate in creating visual arts in its summer "Kids' Fine Art Camp." Classes begin on Monday with the ancient skills of clay artistry and feature a different medium each day, including drawing, painting, and printmaking. Each week ends with an art show and reception for the families, during the second half of Friday's class.There are 4 sessions of the camp, organized by age groups.

Session 1: Ages 6 - 8, June 17 21, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.; Session 2: Ages 9 - 13, June 17 - 21, 1 - 3 p.m.; Session 3: Ages 6 - 11, July 15 - 19, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.; and Session 4: Ages 6 - 11, July 1519, 1 - 3 p.m. The cost for each of the week-long sessions is $60 per child ($50 for the children of ADSO members). Pre-registration is required by June 14 for June sessions and July 12 for July sessions. Classes will be at the ADSO Art Center (17 First Street SE in Fort Walton Beach).

For more info, call 244-1271 or visit www.artsdesignsociety.org Elections office to hold Candidate University June 20: The Okaloosa County Supervisor of Elections will hold“Candidate University” on Thursday, June 20 from 6 – 9 p.m. at the Water & Sewer Building in Fort Walton Beach (1804 LewisTurner Blvd in FWB).

The class is for anyone interested in running for public office or just wanting to learn about the candidate process. For more information, call Bridget Richard at 850-689-5600 or brichard@co.okaloosa.fl.us.The registration deadline is June 17th.

Pensacola

Fiesta of Five Flags Emmanuel Sheppard and Condon Celebration May 30: The 64th season of the Fiesta of Five Flags kicks off Thursday, May 30 with the Emmanuel Sheppard and Condon Fiesta Days celebration from 7 to 10 p.m. at Seville Quarter.

Seville Quarter comes alive with entertainment, decorations and food in five rooms, each representative of the five flags that have flown over Pensacola Spanish, French, British, Confederate and American- since the city’s founding in 1559 by Spanish conquistador Don Tristan DeLuna.Tickets are $30 per person and can be purchased at the Fiesta office or at the event.

Admission provides access to all five rooms, two complimentary beverage tickets, an original custom designed commemorative medallion and live entertainment. For more information, call 850-433-6512 or visit www.FiestaofFiveFlags. org/fiestadays.

“Hope Grows Here” for cancer survivors June 1: Baptist Cancer Institute is hosting a cancer survivor celebration“Hope Grows Here” in recognition of National Cancer Survivors Day on Saturday, June 1, from 9 to 11 a.m. at New World Landing, 600 South Palafox St., Pensacola.The event will feature a hands-on

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gardening exhibit provided by Escambia County Extension Service, jazz music and a light breakfast buffet. Space is limited and registration is required.

To register, call 850-434-4080.

board and bags. Tickets available at the Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida,and proceeds will benefit the Museum. For more info, call 850678-2615. NV-VP Kiwanis and NHS Key Club selling refreshments to benefit the Museum.

AVA sanctioned Rotary 5K or 10K Walk June 1: The Perdido Key Area Chamber of Commerce will host“Walk In The Park,”a 5K Run or 10K Walk from 8 a.m.

– 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 1.

Registration and the start of the walk begins at Triggers Restaurant at 12700 Gulf Beach Hwy in Pensacola. Route for the walk includes Big Lagoon State Park.

Walk pins,T-shirts, and refreshments available at registration.

Net Proceeds will benefit Perdido Key area charitable organizations. For more information call Rod Powell at 850-6371876. For sponsor or raffle information call Hannah Adams 850-207-9600 or Tony Tampary 850-982-1333.

ADSO hosts Kim Moran Student Gallery Show and Reception June 1-June 2: In the Arts and Design Society Gallery (17 First Street, SE, Fort Walton Beach), students of FWB High School art teacher Kim Moran will be presenting their work in the exhibition: "Contemporary Issues Captured in Clay as Seen Through the Eyes of High School Students." As part of course work for her Master's Degree in Art Education, Moran conducted research on introducing contemporary pottery to her class at Fort Walton Beach High School, where students created a contemporary piece of pottery speaking to a current environmental, social, or cultural issue.The show will be open Saturday, June 1, noon 4 p.m.; and Sunday, June 2, 1 p.m. - 5 p.m., with the reception at 3 p.m. The exhibit and reception are free and open to the public. For more information, call 850-244-1271 or visit www.artsdesignsociety.org Blue Angles to lead Fiesta Day Parade June 6: The Pen Air Federal Credit Union Fiesta Day Parade will honor the Blue Angels as Grand Marshal for the parade on Thursday, June 6 in downtown Pensacola.

The elite naval flight demonstration team, which was grounded for the rest of 2013 as a result of federal sequestration, will be the recognized during the parade beginning at 6:30 p.m. The Blue Angles will lead the parade that begins at Garden and Spring Streets and will travel east on Garden to Palafox St. The route will continue until Wright St., where it will turn south onto Palafox St., ending at Bayfront Pkwy. The parade route is family friendly, and in addition to the dozens of local krewes who participate in the parade, appearances will be made by a masked DeLuna LXIV, his queen and their court. For more information about the parade please call the Fiesta of Five Flags at 850- 433-6512 or visit www.fiestaoffiveflags.org/parade.

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USO Golf for Heroes Tournament June 14: Teams are now registering to play in the 2nd Annual Golf for Heroes Tournament to be held onboard Pensacola Naval Air Station on June 14. Space is limited, but still available for this 4-person scramble tournament at the beautiful A.C. Read Golf Course onboard NAS Pensacola. All proceeds will benefit USO programs and services in Northwest Florida.There will be prizes such as a jet ski with trailer, a Jeep Wrangler, and $10,000 cash. There will also be raffle prizes such as free golf, hotel stays, restaurant gift cards, jewelry and more. Registration fees are $75 per person ($70 for active duty military) and include lunch, greens fee, range balls, cart, goodie bag, and after-tournament appetizers. Lunch will be from 11a.m.-12:30p.m. and the tournament begins at 1pm with a shotgun start. Deadline to register is Friday June 7th For more information, visit www.golfforheroes.eventbrite.co m/#, or contact USO Programs Manager Dana Cervantes at dcervantes@uso.org or 850455-8280 Option #4.

pensacolastate.edu/continuingeducation.

Fiddler On The Roof at Pensacola Little Theatre June 21-23, 27-30: Pensacola Little Theatre will feature showings of Fiddler on the Roof, June 21-23 and 27-30, Starring, PLT’s Artistic Director, Jerry Ahillen as Tevye, and 30 of Pensacola’s most talented actors.Thursday, Friday and Saturday showings start at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday shows start at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $14$30. Thursday, June 27, is half off all tickets. Discounts are available for senior citizens, fulltime students, military and groups of 10 or more. Tickets are available through the Box Office Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., in person, by phone at (850) 4342042, or online at PensacolaLittleTheatre.com

Hank Williams Jr. and Gregg Allman in concert July 12: Hank Williams Jr. and Gregg Allman will play a concert on July 17 beginning at 8 p.m. at the Pensacola Bay Center.Tickets are on sale now and range from $48 - $69. For PSC Summer Dance Workshop more information, visit TicketJune 17-21: Pensacola master.com, call 800-745-3000, State College will host its 32nd or stop by the Pensacola Bay annual Summer Dance Work- Center Box Office. shop June 17-21 on the Pensacola campus. Mail-in registration is available through June 6. An online form is avail- Bands on the Blackwater — able at pensacolastate.edu/con- “Cross Town Band” tinuingeducation. Walk-in regMay 31: Southern Breeze will istration is available through take the stage on Friday, May June 17 in the Registration 31 at the Blackwater River in Office in Building 2. Pensaco- Milton.The free concert will be la State’s Summer Dance held from 6 – 8 p.m. just south Workshop is a prestigious pro- of the Milton Riverwalk. gram at which top dance instructors teach classes for Corn Hole Tournament beginning, intermediate and June 1: A Corn Hole touradvanced dancers in ballet, nament will be held at Twin tap, jazz, hip hop, contempo- Oaks Horseshoe Pits (corner rary/modern, improvisation, of Hwy 85 and College Blvd in theatre dance and Pilates. The Niceville) beginning at 2 p.m. workshop also includes a sem- on Saturday, June 1. Registrainar series for teachers, studio tion and warm-ups will be from owners, dancers and parents, 12:45 – 1:45 p.m. The tourney as well as adult classes in tap will be a blind draw, doubleand jazz. For more informa- elimination event with cash tion, contact LaVonne French prizes for 1st and 2nd place. at lfrench@pensacolastate.edu, The entry fee is $10. Raffle tick850-484-1809 or visit ets for a new set of corn hole

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Pottery exhibit at Heritage Museum June 7 – 8: The Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida inValparaiso presents“PotteryTells a Story,”the final Home School Friday and Hands-On History Saturday programs of the season. Children and families will examine pottery shards thousands of years old and discuss their purpose and importance to the first Floridians.

Guests will make their own pottery to take home.The programs run from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. at 115 Westview Avenue inValparaiso.The cost is $7 for the public and $5 for museum members. For more information, call 850-678-2615. Please call to pre-register.

Paddle at the Porch August 17:The Paddle at the Porch –The 2nd Destin SUP Cup returns to the waters of Destin behind The Back Porch Seafood & Oyster House. The standup paddle board event will feature a one-mile and three-mile recreational races and a six-mile elite race to be followed by awards and food.

All ages and skill levels are invited to participate. For costs and more information, call Suzy Nicholson Hunt at 850-8372711 x2 or suzyhunt@destinchamber.com.

Pensacola Little Theatre acting classes All summer: With its summer acting camps, Pensacola Little Theatre’s Education Department provides training and guidance to help performers, designers, directors and technicians of all ages create magic on the stage.Through classes, plays and workshops, students learn in a fun, handson environment. Classes began the week of June 3 with several throughout the summer. PLT has four different summer camps to choose from. Prices and class-lengths vary among age groups. For more information or to sign up online, visit pensacolalittetheatre.com or call 850-432-2042.

BP oil spill artwork on display at Panama City Publishing Museum and Visitor's Center Through June 30: The Panama City Publishing Museum andVisitor's Center is currently hosting“Scene from the Sailboat: Panama City Responds to BP Oil Spill,”a collection of photographs and pastel paintings by Atlanta artist Donita Pendered. All items are available for purchase. The exhibit is on display through June 30 at 1134 Beck Ave. in the Historic St. Andrews area of Panama City. For more information, visit www.historicstandrews.com, penderedfinart.com or email donitapendered@ gmail.com, museum@historicstandrews.com or call 770309-2755.

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Irv Smith

By Bobby and Nancy Spottswood Navarre Press

Working out means just that — work!

Especially to Irv Smith and Frank Spellman.

Fortunately, Irv grew up working the family farm in Union Town, Ohio, so he already knew what hard work was when he started working out with his friend and exercise mentor, Frank Spellman.

Soon after he and his wife, Pauline, moved to Gulf Breeze in 1982, Irv met Frank playing golf. When he learned Frank had won many state, national and international awards and titles, including the gold medal in weightlifting at the 1948 London Olympics, he asked to see the medals.

However, he was surprised that Frank stored his medals in an old cigar box, rather than displaying them on the walls of his house. “We shamed him until he finally got them framed,” Irv chuckled.

That farm-learned work ethic of meeting challenges head-on is still in effect, as Irv and Frank work out three times a week.

“Frank got me to where I pressed 200 pounds when I was 80, but we don’t do heavy work anymore. Now we use resistance machines and treadmills,”he explained.

Computers, printers and cameras replaced the golf cart and clubs after the knee surgery and his daughter Donna’s persistent urging, with both denying“guru” status.

“If I have a question, I go to Donna,”Irv said. Donna, on the other hand, says,“I Google everything.”

“Tell me about growing up on that farm since it made such an impact on you,”I asked, and in that instant, I sensed the gentle whisper as the pages of time turned slowly back over 75 years.

“I lived on that farm the first 19 years of my life, but didn’t realize it was a wonderful life until after I left.

Then I realized what a fine life I had. It was hard work, but hard work is good for you, especially at that age.

“We worked the fields, plowed, fed the chickens and all that, but milking cows was the biggest problem ’cause you got up at five in the morning to milk before school, walk about a mile to school, then milk again that night,”he continued.

Reflections of nostalgia spooled from reels of time as an astonishing memory took him back to a failed attempt to have his cake and eat it too. One day, when he had a date after school, he brought the young lady to his house, entrusted her to talking with his younger brother, and sneaked out to milk the cows without her knowing.

Unfortunately, his little

brother brought the unsuspecting girl to the barn to watch big brother milk cows.

“That was humiliating,”Irv said.

“It was hard work, but looking back, it was a routine thing all farm kids did, everybody worked on the farm,”Irv said, referring to his three brothers and two sisters. Of the five Smith children, Frank Smith of Morehead, N.C., and Irv, 94, remain alive. Catherine, Margaret, Gilbert, and Lewis are deceased.

When asked which sibling got everybody else in trouble, Irv grinned and bowed his head. His daughter, Donna, laughed.“I think you’re looking at him,”she said.

Irv, and Pauline Marie Daugherty met when both were students at Union Town High School, but their first date came when Irv’s best friend, who didn’t have a car, but did have a date with Pauline, called Irv, and told him he was stuck in Akron, and asked him to call Pauline for him.

“So, I … uh … made the date for him …”Irv laughed mischievously and blushed.

“I took her out. Was pretty happy with that, evidently she was, and we went together three years and got married,”he sighed.

He gave her a ring, they quarreled, she gave it back.

Several times.

“I had the ring as much as she did,”he figured.“We married in 1942, and my mother-inlaw said,‘it’ll never last,’and she’s probably the reason we stayed together so long, to meet the challenge.”

Irv went to work in a training program with Goodyear Tire and Rubber in Akron, however, when the draft loomed, he joined the Army Air Force, flying bombardier/navigator on the B17 Flying Fortress with the 397th Bomb Squadron. During his three year tour, he saved $3,000 poker winnings, and used that to pay for Pauline to travel to bases where he was assigned.

“I never went overseas except a year in Panama, and I flew on every search and rescue mission we had, and the day I signed to leave the service, I signed to stay in the regular Army, but they needed pilots, not bombardier/navigators,”he continued.

“A week after I discharged, two B-17’s came together (midair collision), my plane and crew, and another plane and crew. Killed all.”he said, voice trembling.

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Irv Smith and his wife, Pauline, are shown in this cherished computer screen saver display.

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Irv Smith and his daughter, Donna Patterson. “Mom and Dad were basically on the same page all the time,” Donna says. to work at Goodyear, he had a growing family. However, the dark cloud of tragedy hovered over the children; Pam Stine died at age 30.

Paulette died as an infant, and Dennis died at age 34.

Donna Patterson, who is visiting her Dad, now lives in Ohio.

Looking at Donna, Irv said, “I decided I needed knee surgery, so I quit golfing when I was 88, and had both knees operated on at the same time, but a week after the knees, I had a quadruple bypass.

That was a bad time. My wife was ill, I was recuperating (from heart surgery) and learning to walk again, so Donna came and stayed with

us four months taking care of me and her mother,”he sighed and took a breath, his misty eyes reflected love and appreciation to a smiling daughter.

His grandchildren are Frank Stine in Nevada, Joanne Stine in Mississippi, Brian Patterson in Ohio, and Tracy Bradshaw in Tennessee. His great granddaughter, Meghan Williams, and Great-Great Grandchildren, McKenzie and Cayden Williams live in Chesapeake.

In 1953, Irv joined a startup crew to build a facility in Piketon, Ohio, where the Goodyear Atomic Energy Division would

enrich the uranium to weapons grade to be used to make the Atomic Bomb.

When I asked him for details, he spoke slowly.

“It was a secret process then. I don’t think it is now, but…” he hesitated. I groaned. “No sir … not another ‘if I tell ya, I gotta kill ya’, thingies,” I protested.“I just had a bizarre, I’d say, cloak and dagger, nope, don’t tell me nothing,” I growled.

Irv retired in 1982 as Director of Emergency Planning. When a coworker retired and moved to Gulf Breeze, Irv and Pauline followed.“That was 1982, and we’ve been

here ever since.

Pauline died January 1st 2013,”Irv whispered,“she was 91.”

Ironically, their friend and Frank Spellman’s wife, Camylle Marie Rady Spellman, 81, died seven days later, on January 8th.

“We never had many problems, but we worked ’em out as we went along, talked about ’em. We were married 71 wonderful years. And, her mom said it’d never last,” Irv murmured softly.

As members of Gulf Breeze United Methodist Church, Pauline sang in the choir, and was active with Women’s circles.

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FAITH & FAMILY Jolly finds joy in gratefulness

By Romi White Navarre Press Perhaps there has never been a more fitting surname than that of Judith Jolly, whose contagiously-positive attitude is fondly recalled and sorely missed by regular users of the Milton library, where she volunteered for years. Jolly’s hard work and devotion helped revitalize the genealogy section and fueled the writing of the Heritage of Santa Rosa County book series before her relocation to Dade City, Florida several years ago with her husband, Rev. Lawson Jolly. During her time as a member of the Genealogy Society of Santa Rosa, Jolly spent countless hours helping locals research their family history without bragging about her own.

Because of Jolly’s humble nature, many might not know the Jollys are the parents of Jennifer Rothschild, a best-selling author and Bible study teacher who has traveled the globe inspiring and challenging others with her warming testimony, which was recently featured in a devotional by famed author and psychologist Dr. James Dobson.

During her sophomore year in high school, Jennifer began having issues with her eyesight and discovered she had retinitis pigmentosa, a degenerative disease of the eyes in which the retina is damaged, causing severe vision impairment with blindness common. In the Dobson devotional, Jennifer recalled the moment of the devastating diagnosis and reflected upon how the life-altering prognosis must have been like for her parents.

During the early years when Jennifer was facing impending blindness, Jolly reports having been grief-stricken for her daughter, imagining closed doors and unfulfilled dreams. “God showed our family each day that His grace truly was sufficient, and though we could not understand how it would unfold, we could trust that He would bring good from this loss. For her, and for us as parents, it truly was a walk by faith,”Jolly stated.

Although her dreams of becoming an artist were shattered, Jennifer found new dreams through music, eventually recording several CDs, which led to singing in churches and other public appearances, opening the door to share her moving testimony with a worldwide audience.

“When I think of Jennifer’s life and her accomplishments, one word defines my heart and spirit.

Gratitude. Gratitude to God for His goodness to Jennifer. Gratitude for her walk with Him, and gratitude for the determination and resolve that He placed within her spirit from the beginning,”said Jolly of her daughter.

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Jolly feels that Jennifer’s life story speaks to all who experience disappointments and tragedies and wonder how they’ll go on.

“She shows tenacity and grace as she faces each day, not focusing on what she cannot do, but instead doing well what she can. She teaches us to believe in God and His care in our lives. She teaches us to learn from Him the promises that will sustain us in troubled times. She teaches us also to believe in ourselves and to not give up,”Jolly said, sharing a favored Bible verse, Phillipians 4:3,“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”

In his devotional highlighting Jennifer’s testimony, Dobson spoke of times when parents are unable to shield their children.

“When these trials occur, we end up feeling as helpless as Jennifer Rothschild’s parents on the day they learned that their daughter was going blind,” Dobson said. “It can be terribly difficult to rejoice in the midst of hardship or crisis, especially when our own children are involved.Yet these are the times, more than ever, that your family needs to know that God remains in control and is still the source of all love, comfort and strength.”

The Jollys have embraced that idea.

“Often, people say,‘I know you must be so proud of Jennifer.’ My response is always,‘I am so grateful,’ ”said the always-happy, ever-thankful Jolly.

Rothschild has written nine books and Bible studies and has a ministry based in Springfield, Missouri. Her first book,“Lessons I Learned in the Dark” was profiled on Good Morning America, and Rothschild’s story has also been featured by Billy Graham and Dr. Phil. For more information or to view Jennifer’s inspirational blog, visit www.jenniferrothschild.com.

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Jennifer Rothschild with her parents, Rev. and Mrs. Lawson Jolly, who celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in 2012.

Judith Jolly says her daughter’s “Gutsy Girl” declarations, “I can, I am, I will,” describe how Rothschild embraces life.

Faith Briefs First Baptist Church Navarre ■ Sunday morning worship services at 8:30, 9:45 and 11:15 a.m. Sunday morning Bible studies for all ages at 8:30, 9:45 and 11:15 a.m.

Navarre Beachside Church A non-denominational Christian church offers contemporary worship every Sunday morning, rain or shine, at 8:30 a.m. in the summer and 9 a.m. in the winter. For more information, call the Rev. John Kerns at 850-939-1533 or visit www.beachsidechurch.com.

Coastline Calvary Chapel Coastline Calvary Chapel Gulf Breeze will host the following events: ■ 7 p.m. Tuesdays – The Most Excellent Way (substance-abuse support meeting) is designed for those who battle addiction. Meetings are held in the Christian Education Building. Child care is available.

■ Young adults between the ages of 18-30, single or married, are invited to join Coastline Young Adults group at 7 p.m. Tuesday nights in the Coastline Coffeehouse.

■ “The Book” club invites all women to embark on a journey into God’s Story – a chronological reading of the Bible through the year – at 5 p.m. the first Sunday of each week. For more information, call 850-932-8197. n Mothers of all ages are welcome to come and enjoy some play time for the children and bible study time for the moms. Meets from 10 a.m. – 11:30a.m. every other Thursday in the Coffeehouse.

■ Sunday services begin at 8:30 and 10:30 a.m.

Children’s ministry for infants through fifth-graders is available during both services; junior and senior high school youth meet during the 10:30 a.m. service.

Gulf Breeze United Methodist Church ■ KidShine Performing Arts Day Camp for children in grades 3-8 will be from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

June 17-23 at Fairpoint Campus. The week is filled with music, drama, dance, puppets, instruments, scenery painting and fun, with a performance Friday night Cost is $150 per camper with scholarships available. Space is limited to 75 children. For more information, go to www.kidshineonline.org or register at KidShineonline.register. Anyone interested in helping pay for a student to attend this camp should email Kelli at kcooper@gbumc.org or call 712-7287.

■ Art Alliance is a music arts school that offers professional piano, voice, guitar, drums, violin, flute and clarinet within the music ministries of Fairpoint and Soundside. Call JR for more information at 932-3594.

■ Prayer Shawl Ministry will be held from 5-6:30 p.m., the first and third Sunday of the month at the Fairpoint campus and from 5-6:30 p.m. Mondays at the Soundside campus. This ministry welcomes all who like to knit or crochet or would like to learn how to create shawls for the ill, hurt or grieving. Call Catherine at 384-4334 at Fairpoint and Pamela at 939-8929 at Soundside for more information.

■ “Threads in Time” will be held at 6 p.m.

Wednesdays in Room 2206 on the Soundside Campus. Get in touch with your family and its history. For more information, email Wayne at robert.mcgahuey@gmail.com.

■ The Senior Adult Lunch Bunch meets at 11 a.m. Wednesdays at the Fairpoint Campus. The seniors travel each week to a local area restaurant to enjoy a meal. All programs of the church are open to the public. For more information, call 932-3594, 916-1660, or visit gbumc.org.

All programs of the church are open to the public.

For more information on these or any other activities of the church, call 932-3294, 916-1660, or

BBAPTIST I L LCHURCH O RY Sunday School 9:45 am Service 11 am

visit our website at www.gbumc.org.

■ Vacation Bible School will be held at the Fairpoint Campus from 9 a.m. – noon on June 10-14 and at the Southside Campus from 9 a.m. – noon on June 24-28.

Sign up at www.groupvbspro.com/vbs/ez/gbumc.

At VBS, kids participate in small groups and discover what it means to stand strong for God through Bible-learning experiences, teambuilding games, cool Bible songs, tasty treats and all new Imagination Station activities.

■ Adult Co-Ed Church League Softball at Shoreline Park Softball fields, begins in June.

Any adult with a glove should sign up now for a GBUMC team to play in this 6-10 week league with other churches from the area. The number of teams will determine if games will be one or two nights a week. Contact Bob Newell at 291-8516 or Bruce DeMotts at 572-1119 to sign up.

■ Summer Cheer Camp: Registration is now open for girls entering K-8th grade. Camp will be held from 1 – 4 p.m. on July 22-26 at the Southside Campus. Cost is $40 per girl, and siblings are $35.

Registration closes July 1. For information contact Amy Hannah, 936-8623; amyhannah@bellsouth.net ■ Senior adult fit exercise classes are held at 9 a.m. on Thursdays at the Soundside Campus.The class works on range of movement, body toning, balance and stretching. Cost is $5 each class, and participants should bring their own resistance band.

For more information contact Regina at 554-6639 or email seniorfit7@att.net.

■ Financial Peace University will be held on Wednesdays, June 12 - August 7, from 6 – 8 p.m. on the Soundside Campus. FPU is that plan teaches ways of handling money through video teaching, class discussions and interactive small group activities. For information contact Melissa Lee-Roscovius at roscopants@hotmail.com or 907-590-4584.

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St. Augustine of Canterbury Episcopal Church ■ The “A Splash of Spirit” auction will take place Oct. 12. For more information visit the church office, go to www.staugustinesnavarre.org online or call 850-939-2261. n The Great St. Augustine’s Yard Sale will be held from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 20.

St. Sylvester Catholic Church The Third Annual 5K Flag Day Fun Run/Walk will be held on Saturday, June 15 at 7:30 a.m. The event will be sponsored by the Columbiettes of St. Sylvester Catholic Church at 6464 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, Gulf Breeze. Proceeds and donations will be given to the Special Operations Warrior Foundation, which provides college tuition to children whose parents have died defending this country, and to the Interfaith Ministries/The Good Samaritan Clinic in Gulf Breeze. Anyone interested in either participating or sponsoring this charitable event should call Ellen at 939-5735 or Mary Ann at 939-3020. Registration forms are available at www.stsylv.org or www.active.com. Early registration is $20, Day of race registration is $25, registration for children under 12 is $10 and active duty military is $15. There will be free child care offered and a breakfast and awards ceremony will follow the race.

Holy Trinity Lutheran ELCA

Wednesday prayer meeting 6:30 pm

8162 Stillwater Cove • Navarre, FL 32566 (Located on Highway 87 S)

Navarre Presbyterian Church ■ A low-impact exercise class meets from 8-9 a.m. Mondays and Wednesdays at Navarre Presbyterian Church, 1870 Lowe Road, Navarre. The class also meets at 8 a.m. Fridays at the Navarre Butterfly House to walk for the hour. The public is invited and everyone is encouraged to participate at their own ability level. For more information, call Mary Smith at 932-5770 or Margie McGaughey at 939-2068.

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GBUMC announces new associate pastor Staff reports Navarre Press Gulf Breeze United Methodist Church has a new associate pastor: Shawn York. He and his wife, Merrily, and their three children, son Jack- York son and daughters, Julie and Tyson will join the GBUMC family on July 1.

York Shawn was a business owner and professional home builder in the Montgomery, Alabama, area for 12 years until he experienced the call to the ministry several years ago. Now,York will be licensed as a local pastor at the UM Annual Conference next week.

York and his wife went as a missional family 18 months ago to serve at the River City Church assisting the pastor there in launching a new United Methodist Church in the old historic Dexter Avenue UMC in downtown Montgomery.TheYorks have been active members in the UMC and served in various capacities. Shawn has been very actively serving the church in missions.

He has ledVolunteer in Mission teams to Haiti three times since the earthquake, as well as served on mission teams to Ecuador and India. He has been involved in leading many local UM mission efforts in the Montgomery area as well.

Navarre United Methodist Church and Preschool The Bridge Beach Gathering Dolphin Pavilion Sunday June 23 – Aug 4 5:00 p.m.

Worship Times Early Service: 7:45 a.m. in Hildreth Hall Contemporary: 9:00 a.m.

Traditional: 10:42 a.m.

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Weekley gets first PGA win in 5 years at Colonial

By Stephen Hawkins AP Sports Writer FORT WORTH, Texas — Boo Weekley enjoyed hearing his name yelled again and again while he was on the golf course.

What will mean even more is seeing it engraved on Colonial’s famed Wall of Champions along with the likes of Ben Hogan, Sam Snead, Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus and Tom Watson.

The Milton native got his first PGA Tour victory in five years Sunday, closing with a 4-under

66 that included three consecutive birdies midway through his round and a momentum-seizing 22footer at the par-3 13th hole.

“It’s unreal,”he said.“Ever since I’ve been coming here and looking at that wall, and you see all of them names on the wall, and finally I get to have my name up there, it don’t get no better than that.”

Finishing at 14-under 266, Weekley won by a single stroke over Matt Kuchar, the second- and third-round leader who closed with a 68.

Defending champion Zach Johnson, who also won in 2010, shot a 66 to finish third at 12 under — his first top-10 finish this season. It was his fifth consecutive top-10 at Hogan’s Alley, where he has played 19 of his last 20 rounds AP Photo/LM Otero under par.

Weekley was at the 13th Boo Weekley makes a birdie putt on the 13th hole during hole before he finally the final round of the Colonial golf tournament on Sunday, May 25, in Fort Worth, Texas. glanced at a leaderboard — and saw his name on top. thrust his putter above his turesque hole on a back When his birdie putt head and acknowledged edge of the property. He dropped to get him to 14 the loud chorus of“Boo!” then finished with five concoming from the often secutive pars, even missing under, Weekley rowdy crowd sur- a pair of 4-foot putts before rounding the pic- a 29-foot birdie try at No. 18 lipped out of the cup.

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Boo Weekley holds up the trophy after winning the Colonial golf tournament on Sunday, May 25, in Fort Worth, Texas.

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Raiders pull out last-second jamboree victory

By John Richardson Navarre Press The Raider defense allowed 404 yards against Escambia in the first game of the Jamboree.

However, they came up big with two turnovers that helped to propel the Raiders to an 18 – 14 come-from-behind win over the Bulldogs in the game played at Crestview on May 24.

Trailing the Bulldogs 14 - 6 with less than two minutes to play, Derek Smith broke through the defense from his own 47 yard line. He outran all but one Bulldog defender, who met him at the 10-yard line. Smith reached out and pushed the defender away with his left arm and ran the last 10 yards into the end zone. The Raiders missed the extra point and the Raiders found themselves on the short end of a 14 – 12 score.

Crestview took over at their own 30-yard line with a minute to play. All they had to do for the win was run out the clock.

Hoping for a miracle, the Raider defense took the field with one goal, get the ball back.

The defense had come up with a big turnover earlier that resulted in a defensive touchdown when Michael Anderson recovered a fumble in the Bulldog end zone.

On the first play from scrimmage, Jacob Kendall punched the ball loose from the Bulldog running back and Edward Albert recovPhotos by Dickie Williams ered for the Raiders. The defense had done Derek Smith, 21, dives ahead for a first down in the their part again. They had pulled off a mira- Raiders 18-14 Jamboree win last Friday in Crestview. cle and the Raiders had the ball back at the Bulldog 30 with less than one minute to play.

Now it would be up to the offense.

On a second down and seven yards to go, quarterback John Grayzck sprinted out to the right side. As he closed in on the sideline, he spotted Quentin Randolph open in the end zone. Grayczk fired the ball downfield just before going out of bounds. As Randolph cradled the ball into his hands, the Navarre fan section erupted. The Raiders missed the extra point, but had an 18 – 14 lead. With about 30 seconds remaining, Crestview took over, but could not move the ball.

Crestview had taken advantage of some sloppy defensive plays by the Raiders on their first possession. After stopping the Bulldogs, the defense broke through the offensive line on a third-down play. The Raiders looked like they were about to sack the Bulldog quarterback, but somehow he eluded the defense and scampered away for a 12-yard gain and a first down. On the next play, the Raiders hit the running back at the line of scrimmage, but did not wrap him up and allowed another first down to occur. Seconds later the Bulldogs had a 7 – 0 lead on a run off the right tackle.

After giving up their second score early in the game on a 51-yard screen pass play, the Raider defense stiffened. On the next Crestview possession, Brock Barberi broke up the play and almost came away with an interception.

Christian Gill led the defense with a sack and blocked pass attempt. Gill also hit a running back in the backfield and Parker Harding finished off the tackle for a big loss.

In the first Raider game, the defense could not find an answer for the Escambia running game and suffered a 35 – 14 loss.

Escambia dominated from the first possession, as the Gators ran at will. They scored on a nine play drive and took an early 7 – 0 lead.

On the Raiders second possession, they fumbled on the first play from scrimmage.

Fortunately, the Gators missed a field goal and the score remained 7 – 0.

The Raiders scored on their third possession when Gaitlen Casey fought off a defender for a long pass from quarterback Teddy Harrell. The pass was a little short and Casey reached back over the defender.

He took the ball away and outran the defender into the end zone. The play covered 62 yards and tied the game at 7 - 7.

Escambia wasted no time in answering the score. On the second play from scrimmage, Denikeei Hallowell ran for a 65-yard touch down. The next time he carried the ball, he scored on a 60 yard run and the rout was on.

Escambia’s Hallowell had three touchdowns and totaled 171 yards on the ground.

Derek Smith, 21, scored on touchdown runs against Teammate Gerald Bright rushed for two touchEscambia and Crestview. downs and 94 yards on the ground.

The only other Raider score was a hard 15yard run by Smith at the end of the first quarter.

The Raider group of Casey, Randolph, Blake Malther and T.J. Woodberry made several big plays and look to be a formidable threat to Teddy Harrell, 19, was impressive in his opposing defenses. debut at quarterback for Navarre.

Gaitlen Casey, 8, scored on a 62 yard pass play from quarterback Teddy Harrell in the first half against Escambia.

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By moving to No. 55 in the world ranking, Weekley is now eligible for the U.S. Open.

Both of his previous wins had been at Harbour Town, in 2007 and 2008. Like the Heritage winner, the Colonial champion gets a plaid jacket, though the 2008 Ryder Cup team member wasn’t able to compare any differences between them.

“I couldn’t tell you, it’s been so long,”he said.

Weekley’s check of just more than $1.1 million matched what he earned over his previous 14 tournaments this season while making 12 cuts and finishing in the top 10 three times. He never trailed after consecutive birdies at Nos. 8-10, those coming about the same time Scott Stallings — who had a front-side 6-under 29 — made double bogey with three shots from bunkers at No. 15 to drop out of the lead.

The win for Weekley came the same week he went to see a doctor about the problem he has had recently maintaining focus in his left eye, sometimes causing bad twitches and making it problematic reading greens.

“I had a few out there. It was coming and going in that wind,”Weekley said.“I don’t know what’s going to happen. We’re going to get home and work on it.”

Former Raider earns state academic award Staff reports Navarre Press Pensacola State College sophomore second baseman Kelly Hayes recently was honored by the Florida College System Activities Association as the Female Scholar Athlete of theYear.The Council for Athletic Affairs Executive Board votes for the award’s winner from among the individual female sport winners. Hayes — a former Navarre High standout — was eligible for the award by winning the Jean Williams award for the outstanding female softball scholar athlete in the FCSAA. The Jean Williams Award is the highest honor that can be awarded to a Florida junior college softball player. The award recognizes athletic skill, academic success and service to the community. Hayes joins former Pensacola Junior College alumni Dana Gilmore and Whitney Ward (2008) in earning the Jean Williams Award. Hayes is the first to earn the FCSAA Female Scholar Athlete award for Pensacola State College.

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Offense will be the key to Raider boys’ soccer season

By John Richardson Navarre Press In its first year under coach Ken MacDonald, the Navarre High School boys’ soccer team had one of its best seasons ever. The Raiders beat Tallahassee Chiles 2-1 in their opening regional playoff game.

A few days later, it took a last-minute Niceville goal to eliminate the Raiders in the region semifinal game.

The Raiders graduated four players from that team, three of which were vital cogs in the offense.“It will be very difficult to replace a player like Ryan Olson (the leading scorer for the past two years),” MacDonald said.“In addition, Brendan White and Jordan Supra both made big contributions to our offense.”

Chandler Moorer, Cameron Smith, Ricardo Hidalgo and Cody White are four seniors-to-be on whom MacDonald is counting for the 2013-2014 season. All four players were selected area all-star teams after last season.

Moorer has been a fouryear soccer starter as a defensive specialist. He also assists on corner kicks, jumping high over defenders to head the ball towards the net. Moorer reported late for the season because of the success of the regional-champion football team, for which he was a placekicker. He also is on the

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Navarre High School soccer coach Ken Anderson expects seniors-to-be, from left, Cody White, Ricardo Hidalgo, Cam Smith and Chandler Moorer, along with classmate Eddy Lane (not pictured), to form the core of a potent Raiders’ attack next season. swim and baseball teams.

“We have a lot of talent on this team,”Moorer said.

“Coach MacDonald will probably make some roster changes to supplement the offense.”

Moorer maintains a 4.5 grade-point average and is undecided where he will attend college. He plans to work over the summer at Juana’s’ Pagodas and continue to swim in for the Betty J. Pullum Family YMCA team.

White played defense his first two seasons for NHS,

but MacDonald moved him to offense after injuries sidelined several teammates.

“Last year I was new to the offense,”White said.“I think I will be able to contribute even more this year.”

White carries a 3.5 GPA and will spend the summer honing his soccer skills playing for a NavarreYouth Sports Association travel team.

Smith also is expected to be a four-year starter on the defensive end.

“We have several players that played midfield

and forward last year,” Smith said.“We have excellent passers and just need the other guys to put the ball in the net.”

Smith has a 3.8 GPA and will join White on the NYSA team this summer.

Hidalgo is a versatile player who split his time between offense and defense last year.“Last year, I had the opportunity to play midfield,”Hidalgo said.

“I am looking forward to making a bigger contribution to our offense this year.”

Hidalgo has a 4.05 GPA and will spend his summer playing soccer for Pensacola’s travel team, the Gulf Coast Texans.

Eddy Layne is another rising senior who MacDonald hopes will make a full recovery from foot surgery in time to contribute to a successful Raider season Besides having all but four of his players returning, MacDonald has several players expecting to make the jump from last year’s JV team.

REPEAT! Catholic captures second straight title Staff reports Navarre Press FORT MYERS – James McGhee’s two-run double gave Pensacola Catholic the runs it needed to secure its second-straight Class 4A state championship and a perfect 30-0 season – and likely the unofficial national championship.

The Crusaders beat Miami Monsignor Pace 7-5 at JetBlue Park, the springtraining home of the Boston Red Sox, in eight innings in a game that was delayed more than two-and-a-half hours by rain.

After McGhee’s double broke the deadlock, Cooper Jones retired the Monsignor Pace side in order.

Jones, a senior, pitched 3.1 innings in relief of starter Nick Helton, earned the win. He also was the winning pitcher in the 2012 championship game and the 2013 semifinal – both against Fort Myers Bishop Verot – for an unlikely three Final Four wins in two years.

Catholic, which has won 35 straight games during a streak stretching back to the 2012 season, is ranked first in the latest USA Today and MaxPreps national high

school baseball polls. With the state championship win, there’s no reason to believe that will change.

Evans Bozeman hit his seventh home run of the season in the third inning.

His solo shot cleared JetBlue Park’s version of the “Green Monster”in left field.

Crusaders’coach Richard LaBounty has coached Catholic baseball teams to all three of the school’s state championships, in 2003, 2012 and 2013. The Crusaders were runners-up in 2004 and 2011.

Catholic is the first Northwest Florida team

to win back-to-back championships since Escambia did it in 196566. The consecutive championships also strengthen the area’s reputation as a hotbed of baseball talent. Since 1953, schools in Escambia and Santa Rosa County have produced 23 state champions and 14 state runners-up.

Tate leads the way with seven titles, winning it all most recently in 2005.

Escambia has five, but none since 1991, and Pace has four championships, 1985, 1990, 2006 and 2010 – the Patriots were run-

ners-up in 2012.

LaBounty now has won 650 games and three state championships at Catholic.

He’s led the Crusaders to the state semifinals 11 times and a region final 17 times, including an unprecedented 12 straight. And, he’s coached the Crusaders to 14 district championships since 1990.

To honor those accomplishments, the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee approved renaming Catholic’s baseball field the Richard R. LaBounty Baseball Complex to honor the longtime coach.

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BASEBALL Book signing Scott Brown, author of “Baseball in Pensacola,” will be at Barnes & Noble, 1200 Airport Boulevard, at 1 p.m.

Saturday to sign copies of the book.

Brown, a Pensacola native, is the president of the Mordecai Brown Legacy Foundation and a filmmaker who helped make the documentary about area baseball history that appeared on WSRE-TV. Parents are encouraged to bring their children to the bookstore at 11 a.m. for a reading of “Take Me Out to the Ballgame” and a chance to meet Kazoo, the Pensacola Blue Wahoos baseball team’s mascot.

BASKETBALL Chip Boes camp The Pensacola Department of Leisure Services and the Gulf Breeze Department of Recreation will sponsor three sessions of the 34th Chip Boes Championship Basketball Camp for boys and girls ages 7 to 13 this summer: June 24-28, July 15-19 and July 2226 at the Vickrey Community Center in Pensacola and the South Santa Rosa Recreation Center in Gulf Breeze.

More information is available at the sites, by calling Chip Boes at 850-9689299 or by emailing chipboes@gmail.com.

FOOTBALL Youth camp NWF State College camp Football University will host a youth Northwest Florida State College will football camp May 31-June 2 at Fort host two baseball camps for boys ages Walton Beach High School to give local 7-14 from 9 a.m.-noon, June 10-13 players opportunities to gain national and June 17-20, at the college’s recognition. Football University is a Niceville campus. College coaches and three-day NFL-style mini-camp taught players will lead the camp. Cost is

by NFL players and coaches. The camp $90. Campers may enroll at any is the first step toward youth players NWFSC campus or center, or the regis- being selected for the Eastbay Youth Alltration form is available online at American Game or graduating high www.nwfraiders.org. For more infor- school seniors being picked to particimation, call baseball coach Doug Mar- pate in the U.S. Army All-American tin at 850-729-5268, assistant coach Bowl. For more information about the Nick Fletcher at 850-729-6048 or the combine or camp, call Keith Brahms at Northwest Florida State College Athlet- 850-685-0932 or ics Office at 850-729-5379. email kbrahms@footballuniversity.org.

FOOTBALL NYSA football camps The Navarre Youth Sports Association will sponsor two football camps this summer. The first camp, from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. July 15, 16 and 18, is open to all age groups and will focus on offensive and defensive fundamentals taught by Navarre High School football staff. Cost is $60.

These sessions are non-contact; campers need to dress in t-shirts, shorts and football cleats.

The second camp, which will meet from 5:30-7:30 p.m. the same days, is open to midget and junior players.

Campers will participate in full-contact drills. Cost is $60. Complete football equipment is required for participating in this camp and is available for loan at the NYSA. For more information, call Don Garrett at 939-5202. Both camps will be held at Navarre High School.

GOLF Golf for Heroes Pensacola United Services Organizations – the USO – will host a “Golf for Heroes” tournament June 14 at A.C. Read Golf Course on Pensacola Naval Air Station. Proceeds will benefit USO programs in Northwest Florida. Cost is $75 per person, $70 for active duty military, and includes greens fee,

range balls and lunch. To register, go to www.golfforheroes.eventbrite.com

by June 7. For more information, call 850-455-8280, option 4.

At Tiger Point Golf Club, for ages 12 and older, 2-4 p.m. Wednesdays, June 12-26, July 10 and July 24 Registration is available online at Pars for Pirates www.thefirstteenwflorida.org/club The Pensacola State College Athletics /scripts/sections/section.asp?NS=G Department will sponsor the third an- E in the Golf and Life Skills section. nual Pars for Pirates Golf Tournament For more information, call 456beginning at noon June 14 at Stone- 7010 or email lbefi@thefirsteenbrook Golf Course. The fundraiser sup- wflorida.org. ports men’s and women’s basketball, baseball, softball, volleyball, and MISC. cheer and dance programs. To register, NHS Cheer Clinic go to sports.pensacolastate.edu by Navarre High School will host a cheerJune 10. For more information call leading clinic for girls ages 5-14 from 850-484-1304.

9 a.m.-1 p.m. June 26-June 28. Cost is $55 per participant registered by First Tee summer sessions June 10 and $65 after June 10. ParThe First Tee of Northwest Florida is ticipants who register after June 10 accepting registrations for its sum- may not receive a camp t-shirt. Regismer classes. Available classes are: tration forms are available at the NHS At The Club at Hidden Creek, for front office or by contacting cheerleadages 8 and older, 4-6 p.m. Thursing coach Amy Walls at days and 3-5 p.m. Saturdays from wallsa@mail.santarosa.k12.fl.us.

June 13-July 20 (no classes on July 4 and July 6).

SOCCER At Tiger Point Golf Club, for ages 8 NHS Soccer Camp and older, 4-6 p.m. Wednesdays Navarre High School soccer coaches and noon-2 p.m. Saturdays, June will conduct the 2013 Navarre Raider 12-July 20 (no classes on July 3 Summer Soccer Camp from 5-8 p.m. and July 6).

June 10-13 at the Navarre Soccer At Tiger Point Golf Club, for ages 5- Complex on Military Trail.

7, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Saturdays, Boys and girls ages 4-13 will be diJune 15-29 and July 13-27. vided into five age groups. According

to a news release, the camp will focus on learning basic skills through the use of fun drills and exercises to enhance participants’ skills and their love of soccer. Cost is $25 per day or $80 a week. Children who register for the week by May 28 will receive a ball and t-shirt. Call Rob Simon 850-5650520 for more information.

Fort Walton YMCA The Fort Walton Family YMCA is sponsoring youth spring soccer for children ages 3-12. Cost is $40 for Y members and $55 for non-members.

Volunteer coaches and team sponsors always are needed. For more information, call the Fort Walton Family YMCA at 863-9622.

SOFTBALL PSC softball camp Pensacola State College softball coach Brenda Pena will sponsor the Pensacola State College Championship Softball Camp for girls age 7 through those entering 12th grade from 8:30 a.m.-noon June 17-20 at the PSC softball field. Cost is $80 per camper. Campers must bring their own gloves. For more information, call Pena at 484-1332, PSC assistant softball coach Becky Horn at 4841071 or the PSC Athletic Department at 484-1304.

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Harvick pulls away to win Coca-Cola 600

By Pete Iacobelli AP Sports Writer CONCORD, N.C. (AP) — Kevin Harvick isn't done surprising people at Charlotte Motor Speedway or Richard Childress Racing.

Closing a bizarre night in NASCAR's longest event, Harvick pulled away from Kasey Kahne on a restart Sunday with 11 laps left to win the Coca-Cola 600 for the second time in three seasons to The race was stopped nearly 30 minutes at one point when a TV camera support rope snapped and landed on the track and in the grandstands. There were 10 people hurt, according to Charlotte Motor Speedway.Three were taken to hospitals, and have been treated and released.

It's Harvick's final season at RCR — the only team he's known since filling the seat of the late Dale Earnhardt in 2001 — before he swifts to Stewart-Haas Racing in 2014.

Harvick's already shown with a victory at Richmond this year he wouldn't coast through the year and proved that again as he made it through the broken rope, several crashes and Kahne's dominant machine that led a racehigh 156 laps.

There was no other course for Harvick than giving his all, saying he and Childress "have really focused on what's most important for our sponsors and the guys on this team and this organization."

Harvick's pulled off an unlikely win here in 2011, sweeping past an out-of-fuel Dale Earnhardt Jr. on the final lap. "Last race (2011) we came off turn two in third and by the time we got to the startfinish line we had won the race," he said.

"It was one of those nights," he said, "where you have to grind it out and keep yourself on the lead lap."

Especially when you don't know what you'll face.

The race stopped suddenly a little over a quarter of the way into the long event after the nylon rope snapped in the first turn. The cars were brought into the pits and cleanup crews coiled up the long sections of rope as if they were putting away a garden hose. Drivers were allowed back to their pit stalls and crews given 15 minutes to assess and fix damage caused by the failure.

Fox Sports announcer Chris Myers apologized to fans and drivers several times for the delay and problems.

In a statement, Fox said it

had suspended use of the overhead camera indefinitely. It said drive rope that moves the camera back and forth failed and it had no immediate reason why.

"A full investigation is planned," the statement said.

Harvick couldn't believe he'd seen the cable along the track and did his best to avoid problems. And Harvick wasn't the only one surprised.

"I came off turn four," Kahne said, "and I saw it wrapped around Kyle's car and it hit mine and I thought I had to be seeing things because there's no way there could be a cable on the race track."

Kahne finished second, Kurt Busch third and polesitter Denny Hamlin was fourth in his second full race since returning from injury.

Harvick's win was almost as big a surprise as it was in 2011 when the crowd anticipated Earnhardt ending what was then a long, long victory drought.

Kahne had the strongest car, quickly moving back to the front each time he fell back. He had a large lead and lots of open track when the final caution flag came out with 16 laps remaining.

But Kahne remained on the track while Harvick pitted for two fresh tires. On the restart, Harvick quickly took control and Kahne couldn't catch up.

Ryan Newman was sixth followed by Tony Steward, Clint Bowyer, Martin Truex Jr. and Marcos Ambrose.

Harvick's victory ended a long, strange day of racing in the biggest motorsports' weekend. Tony Kanaan took a crowd-pleasing win at the Indianapolis 500 before one of NASCAR's showcase events was marred by the rope problems.

Childress said he texted Chevrolet's vice president of motorsports, Jim Campbell, to congratulate him on Kanaan's win in Indy. "I texted him back and said, 'We'll win for you tonight.' We kept our word," Childress said.

The race stopped suddenly a little over a quarter of the way into the long event after the nylon rope snapped in the first turn. The cars were brought into the pits and cleanup crews coiled up the long sections of rope as if they were putting away a garden hose. Drivers were allowed back to their pit stalls and crews given 15 minutes to assess and fix damage caused by the failure.

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Kevin Harvick celebrates after winning the NASCAR Sprint Cup series Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway in Concord, N.C. Myers apologized to fans and drivers several times for the delay and problems.

In a statement, Fox said it had suspended use of the overhead camera indefinitely. It said drive rope that moves the camera back and forth failed and it had no immediate reason why.

"A full investigation is planned," the statement said.

Kyle Busch might want to look into why he can't seem to win a Sprint Cup race in Charlotte.

He entered a favorite after winning the Truck Series event last week and powering to a Nationwide victory Saturday.

He was in the lead, though, when the nylon guide rope snapped and ran smack over it. Busch heard a "thunk" and knew he had problems. "It did have an effect of slowing my car down and I could feel it like, 'Whoa,'" he said. "That's weird and I don't know that anybody has ever seen that."

Busch's team got the car back in winning shape and he continued near the front.

However, his race ended for good on lap 257 when his engine failed.

"Catastrophic engine failure. Seems to be that time of year," said Busch, who has yet to win a Sprint Cup event at the track he calls his favorite.

Busch did praise NASCAR for halting the race and allowing teams to repair damage, which he said was unrelated to his engine problems.

About the same time Busch's engine failed, Earnhardt's race concluded with a similar problem. Earnhardt had smoke and oil pouring out on lap 257. Greg Biffle slipped into the wall, sending him to the garage, and Dave Blaney and Travis Kvapil collided.

"We didn't have a really good car," Earnhardt said.

"We know why. We can go back and feel like we can

rebound from this real quick."

That started of series of incidents that ended things for some of NASCAR's most popular and successful drivers.

Defending series champion Brad Keselowski and Danica Patrick saw their chances end on lap 319 when they collided on a restart. It appeared that Patrick's boyfriend, Ricky Stenhouse Jr., forced her car up the track and she clipped Keselowski, who began his day in the Penske pits at the Indianapolis 500.

Keselowski took the blame for the wreck and apologized to Patrick, in her second CocaCola 600.

On the following restart, Mark Martin clipped Aric Almirola and set off a six-car wreck that caught up fourtime Sprint Cup champion Jeff Gordon and Stenhouse.

Kurt Busch, leading at the time, suddenly lost power and needed a wrecker to push him along into the pits to change

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Joseph Joiner (#10) took home the $1500 in the Super Late Model class, and Chris Bayhi (#7) won for the second week in a row in the Open-Wheel Modified class.

Next Saturday, June 1, is Fan Appreciation night and June 8 will bring Bonus Bucks for Hobby class. You won’t want to miss the action!

(Photo by Phil Frye) Tyler Allen (#221) from Navarre finished third in the Southern Super Late Model Series at Southern Raceway Saturday night.

the battery. He returned to the track in 15th.

And the problems weren't over, either. Truex Jr. brushed series points leader Jimmie Johnson on the next restart to send the five-time champion skidding sideways and collected Matt Kenseth, who leads the series with three victories this year and led 112 laps at Charlotte.

Johnson remained the points leader while Harvick improved from 10th to seventh with his second victory this season.

NASCAR, as usual, did its best to honor the military and those who've served their country on Memorial Day weekend. Busloads of troops were brought to the track and retired Lt. Col. Oliver North gave a pre-race speech.There were massive American flags, several flyovers and even an eagle named Challenger who swept down from the top of the race track.

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The prestigious award was presented to Blackwater River State Forest Service staff at its annual Personnel Meeting on May 15 by Helen Wigersma, Chair of the Western Gate Chapter of the Association, along with other members of the Chapter, including Trails Coordinator, Vernon Compton and Associate Trails Coordinator, Ed Williamson.

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Pictured are, from left: Helen Wigersma, Western Gate Chapter (FTA) Chair; David Creamer, Blackwater River State Forest Liaison; and James R. Karels, Director of the Florida Forest Service. tain approximately 50 miles of the Florida National Scenic Trail that winds through Blackwater River State Forest from theYellow River to the Florida/Alabama state line.

The Forest Service was given recognition for “increasing state-wide training capabilities (for FTA members) in the western

panhandle, actively supporting our local chapter trail maintainers and activity leaders, and providing the general public with an outstanding location for outdoor recreation,”according to a press release.

During the presentation ceremony, Wigersma also expressed appreciation to the Forest Service for its

commitment to protecting the natural resources under its stewardship, providing hikers with a positive wilderness hiking experience, and gave a special word of thanks to Ledew and Creamer for creating a culture of open dialogue and providing timely responses to questions and issues of concern to its FTA constituency.

Understanding recreational bag limits Staff reports Navarre Press Fishing can be feast or famine. On the days when it is feast, it’s important to know bag limits — the number of fish anglers can keep and take home for dinner.

These limits are a useful tool in helping protect many of our recreationally important species.

There are several types of bag limits, and sometimes more than one type applies. Some even vary by region (spotted seatrout, red drum, weakfish and bay scallops).

Bag limit is defined as the number of a particular species that an individual angler can harvest and possess in a given day. For example, the recreational bag limit for red drum in the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) northeast and northwest management zones is two fish per person, per day.

This means that a licensed (or exempt) angler can harvest two red drum in a given day.

This does not mean that you have to stop fishing after you have put two fish in the box.

You can enjoy catch-and-release fishing for the rest of the day.

Just make sure that you are using proper catch-and-release

techniques to ensure the released fish survive.

Another common term is “vessel limit,”which is the maximum number of a particular species that can be possessed on a vessel at any given time.

Vessel limits are always used in addition to individual bag limits and do not exempt any single angler from the individual limits. As an example, the rules for red drum provide a statewide vessel limit of eight fish that is used in conjunction with the individual bag limits of two fish in the northern regions and one fish in the south region. This means that no more than eight red drum can be possessed on a vessel even if you have five or more licensed anglers on board in the north regions or nine or more anglers on board in the south region.

One question that always comes up is:“Can one angler share his or her fish to help fill a bag limit for another angler?”

The answer is no. Bag limits are individual even when an overlapping vessel limit applies.

A third type of bag limit that you will see in FWC rules is an aggregate bag limit. Like your basic bag limit, this type applies to individual anglers but instead of applying to only one species,

it applies to several closely related species. Snappers and groupers are currently managed with aggregate limits in Florida waters.

Let’s use snapper as our example. Currently, there is a 10-snapper aggregate bag limit in Florida waters.This means that you can harvest up to 10 snapper regardless of what individual species they are, as long as they are included in the aggregate. Keep in mind, this aggregate limit applies to most, but not all, species of snapper.

Read the regulations carefully. Vermilion snapper, for example, is not included in the 10-snapper aggregate bag limit. It has its own bag limit of 10 fish per angler, per day in the Gulf and five per angler, per day in the Atlantic.This means that if you are fishing in state waters of the Gulf, you can keep an individual bag limit of vermilion snapper plus your aggregate limit of 10 other snappers in any combination of species that are included in the aggregate.

The other nuance that should be pointed out is that some snappers that are included within the aggregate limit also have individual bag limits. For example, red snapper

has a two-fish bag limit and gray snapper has a five-fish bag limit. Both species are counted as part of the 10-snapper aggregate.

There are two more types of bag limits you should know about: the spiny lobster onshore possession limit and the red drum transportation limit.

The spiny lobster possession limit applies during the two-day sport season in late June and limits an individual angler to no more than a daily bag limit of lobster on the first day of the sport season and no more than two daily bag limits onshore on the second day of the sport season.

This limit clarifies that bag limits are“daily”and allows folks who are taking advantage of both days of the sport season to take their two-day catch home.

For red drum, no more than six fish per person can be transported by vehicle on land. This limit helps deter attempts to sell red drum, which can only be harvested for recreational purposes.

For more information on bag or vessel limits, contact the FWC’s Regulatory Outreach subsection at 850-487-0554 or email Alan.Peirce@MyFWC.com.

AREA TIDE REPORT Predicted tides for Navarre Beach beginning May 30 Day High Tide Height Sunrise Moon Time % Moon /Low Time Feet Sunset Visible F 31 High 12:57 PM 1.0 5:46 AM Rise 12:38 AM 60 31 Low 10:48 PM 0.7 7:44 PM Set 12:39 PM Sa 1 High 7:21 AM 1.0 5:46 AM Rise 1:15 AM 49 1 Low 9:32 PM 0.8 7:45 PM Set 1:38 PM Su 2 High 6:29 AM 1.1 5:46 AM Rise 1:50 AM 38 2 Low 3:58 PM 0.5 7:45 PM Set 2:35 PM M 3 High 6:23 AM 1.3 5:45 AM Rise 2:26 AM 29 3 Low 4:20 PM 0.2 7:46 PM Set 3:31 PM Tu 4 High 6:38 AM 1.5 5:45 AM Rise 3:02 AM 20 4 Low 4:54 PM 0.0 7:46 PM Set 4:27 PM W 5 High 7:03 AM 1.6 5:45 AM Rise 3:39 AM 13 5 Low 5:33 PM -0.2 7:47 PM Set 5:21 PM Th 6 High 7:34 AM 1.7 5:45 AM Rise 4:20 AM 7 6 Low 6:13 PM -0.3 7:47 PM Set 6:14 PM Because tide times are predictions, they are not always accurate. Information provided by saltwatertimes.com.

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Florida Fish and Wildlife incidents This report represents some events the FWC handled the week of May 10 – 16, 2013; however, it does not include all actions taken by the Division of Law Enforcement.

NORTHWEST REGION ESCAMBIA COUNTY ■ Officer Matt Cushing and Investigator Rob Goley inspected a vessel as it returned to the Navy Point Boat Ramp. The owner of the vessel claimed that he caught two trout, but while looking at the fish, Officer Cushing noticed a bag containing fillets.

The vessel owner admitted the fillets were from two oversized red drum. A notice to appear citation was issued for failing to land the fish in whole condition.

■ Officers Matt Cushing and Nick Barnard were on vessel patrol approximately nine miles south of the Pensacola Pass performing fisheries and boating safety inspections. As they neared one vessel, it made a sudden hard turn. The officers noticed a large red snapper floating in the water next to the vessel. The fish was picked up and was cold to the touch.

The occupants of the vessel denied knowledge of the fish and could not

explain why it was cold. A further inspection of the vessel revealed three undersized greater amberjack, one 8½ inch red snapper, one undersized vermillion snapper, and one undersized black sea bass. Officer Cushing issued the vessel operator three notices to appear and several warnings for the violations.

■ Officers Faris Livesay, Brandon Lewis and Lieutenant Brian Lambert responded to a boating accident that occurred at the Bob Sikes Bridge near Pensacola Beach. The accident occurred when a vessel with seven individuals onboard collided with the bridge piling. Four occupants, including two small children, were ejected from the vessel. The occupants were transported to the hospital by ambulance, treated for minor injuries, and later released. Immediately after the accident, the operator of the vessel left the scene.Several hours later, Officer Livesay spoke to him and convinced him to come back. The

individual claimed he left the area because he was scared and did not want to get in trouble. Eventually, the operator of the vessel was also transported to the hospital with minor injuries. Officer Livesay is investigating the accident and multiple charges are pending.

■ Officers Gary Ridaught, Kenneth Manning, Chris Pettey, Nick Barnard, Randy Webb, along with FWC Pilot Lieutenant Dave Calianno, responded to assist the U.S. Coast Guard with a search for an overdue kayaker. The 21-year-old male is reported to have launched his yellow ocean-going kayak from Sherman’s Cove Marina on Pensacola Naval Air Station on May 13 and was expected to return by 5 p.m.

He has not been heard from, and his kayak has not been found.

■ Investigator Rob Goley and Officer Faris Livesay responded to assist the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office and the Pensacola Naval Air Station Police with the recovery of two female vic-

tims. One of the victims was a child, approximately 10 years of age. Both victims were found in different locations and recovered separately near the Sherman Cove Marina area. It is unknown if the victims were boating or how they entered the water. Investigator Goley is working with the lead investigating agencies as they attempt to determine the victims’ identity and cause of death.

OKALOOSA COUNTY ■ Officer Pete Rockwell and Lieutenant Steve Bartlett were on JEA patrol in the Intrepid in the area of Destin Pass East Jetty when they noticed an individual in the water using a snorkel and not displaying a dive flag. When the officers approached the subject to address the violation, they noticed what appeared to be a spear gun in the subject’s hands. They announced themselves and instructed the subject to show them what was in his hands since spear fishing is illegal

on the jetties in the Destin Pass. The subject then dropped what appeared to be a spear gun attached to a spear going through a fish down to the bottom on the pass and attempted to flee up the rocks of the jetty while still wearing his fins. Officer Rockwell exited the vessel onto the rocks and was able to apprehend the subject. The spear gun was retrieved along with the speared fish. The subject was charged with interference, spear fishing in a prohibited area, possession of undersized sheepshead, and no diver’s down flag.

■ Lieutenant Mark Hollinhead, Investigator JW Armstrong, and Officer Alan Kirchinger responded by water to a vessel fire in Rocky Bayou, near the Bluewater Bay Marina. The vessel operator fueled his 36-foot vessel at the marina. While operating it in the bayou, he smelled smoke. When he opened a hatch near the motor, the smoke was too thick to detect the location of the fire and it started burn-

ing more rapidly. The only two occupants on board the vessel were safely rescued by a subject on a paddle board once the stern started burning.

Niceville Fire Department responded with their fire/rescue vessel, and the fire was quickly extinguished. The vessel later submerged due to the amount of hull damage. A preliminary investigation has not yet determined the cause of fire.

BAY COUNTY ■ Officers Dennis Palmer, Kenny Atkins, and Mike Goodwin responded to a boating accident on Econfina Creek. A personal watercraft with three persons onboard ran into some limbs and underwater debris causing all of them to be ejected from the vessel. A 5-year-old passenger received severe fractures and lacerations to the head and was 4 later airlifted to Sacred Heart Children’s Hospital. Investigator Drew Nelson is conducting the investigation.

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Hungry for some Howie’s Pizza and celebrations go hand-in-hand, so it goes without saying that as Hungry Howie’s celebrates its 40th anniversary, there has never been a better time to enjoy one of the many delicious items on their menu. And, with those 40 years of experience of pizza making, guests know the product has to be great.

Equally as important as the fresh ingredients used to make their pizza is the people Hungry Howie’s serves.

There are 564 Hungry Howie’s Pizza locations in 22 states, but the part-owner of Hungry Howie’s in Navarre said the community makes his franchise stand out.

“It’s all the people in the community that make this (Hungry Howie’s) a better Hungry Howie’s,”Mike Westjohn said.

Westjohn said he sees many local high school students make the restaurant an after-school hang out and families use Howie’s as a place to eat and catch up. Hungry Howie’s has a laid back atmosphere with three options to either pick-up your order, have it delivered or sit down in their eat-in lobby. All three options are available at the restaurant located at 8230 Navarre Pkwy from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Sundays through Thursdays and until 11 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.

Outside of the atmosphere, Westjohn said people come to Howie’s for the flavored crusts. According to their website, the pizza establishment is home of the original flavored crust pizza and now features eight different flavors, including sesame, butter cheese, butter, ranch, Cajun, garlic herb, onion and original. And, flavored crusts are free.

Hungry Howie’s Pizza also makes all their dough fresh daily in addition to their large selection of other menu items.

“With the selection we have and the different menu items, pizza, pasta, subs, wings, bread sticks, salad, there’s something for everyone,”Westjohn said.

In addition to good prices on Howie Bread, Howie Wings, oven baked subs and more, the restaurant has some of the best deals on pizza. Westjohn said some the best ongoing deals are the large pepperoni pizza for $5.95 and a large specialty pizza for $10.

Anyone interested in additional deals can sign up online at www.hungryhowies.com for coupons and the HowieEmail Club for special members-only offers.

Westjohn said the community should eat at his establishment, “because of the combination of the great prices and the good food.”

In addition to good food and prices, the Navarre Hungry Howie’s also helps the community during the holidays with a Thanksgiving food drive, and it supplies all the food for an annual event at Holley-Navarre Middle School.

“It’s a good pizza place,”according to Westjohn, and apparently, in more ways than one.

Location: 8230 Navarre Parkway Navarre, FL 32566 Contact Hungry Howie’s Phone: 850-939-6400 Website: hungryhowies.com Also find them on Facebook, Twitter, Foursquare and YouTube.

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Time to Dine Al Fresco Family Features Warm weather is welcome for a variety of reasons, but for many of us it signals the season for dining al fresco. Whether stepping out back onto a porch or patio, or planning a picnic at the beach or park, the food is the star.

These recipes showcase exciting flavors and easy preparation. One way to liven up outdoor menus is with unexpected ingredients, such as pickled beets. They add flavor, color and nutrition to a variety of dishes. Aunt Nellie’s line of pickled beets tastes homemade — only the peeling and pickling are done for you. Just open the jar and you’re on your way to fabulous appetizers, main dish wraps and, even, dessert. For a colorful vegetable side, a can of READ 3 or 4 Bean Salad is the perfect base. Just add fresh vegetables cut into thin strips and toss with a quick dressing. Dine al fresco — cheers to fresh air and fabulous food.

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Recipes

Herbed Eggplant & Beet Dip

Beef & Horseradish Wraps

Makes 4 servings Preparation Time: 30 minutes 1 jar (16 ounces) Aunt Nellie’s Sliced Pickled Beets 1/2 cup shredded carrots 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish 1/2 cup spreadable cheese (such as goat cheese or herb/garlic soft cheese) 2 large soft flour tortillas (about 10- to 12-inch diameter) 10 green onions (green part only) 10 thin slices deli roast beef Drain beets; chop. Discard beet liquid. In medium bowl, combine beets, carrots and horseradish.

Spread 1/4 cup cheese evenly over each tortilla, leaving 1-inch border.

Arrange 5 green onions (do not chop) on each; press lightly into cheese.

Place 5 slices beef on each tortilla covering green onions, then sprinkle beet mixture evenly over beef.

Roll up in parallel direction of the green onions. Wrap each roll tightly in plastic wrap. Refrigerate up to 4 hours.

To serve, remove plastic wrap; cut each tortilla into 2 pieces.

Bean & Vegetable Salad

Makes 4 servings Preparation Time: 30 minutes 1 can (15 ounces) READ 3 or 4 Bean Salad 2 cups vegetables, cut into thin strips* 1/4 cup very thinly sliced red onion, optional Cracked black pepper Chopped parsley, optional Dressing: 2 tablespoons reserved bean salad liquid 1 tablespoon apple cider or wine vinegar 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 large clove garlic, minced Drain bean salad; reserve 2 tablespoons liquid.

For dressing, combine reserved bean salad liquid, vinegar, oil and garlic. Whisk until combined.

In large bowl, toss together drained bean salad, vegetables and onion, if desired.

Toss with dressing. Season with black pepper and stir in chopped parsley, if desired. Serve at room temperature or chilled. *Cut vegetables into thin strips about 2 x 1/4 inch. Vegetables can be one or a combination of: carrot, celery, bell pepper, cucumber, zucchini, yellow squash, or other favorite vegetable.

Herbed Eggplant & Beet Dip

Baby Beets & Olives

Baby Beets & Olives

Makes 6 servings Preparation Time: 15 minutes 1 16-ounce jar Aunt Nellie’s Whole Baby Pickled Beets, drained 3/4 cup assorted pitted olives 1 to 2 tablespoons orange zest 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper Combine all ingredients in medium bowl. Serve at room temperature or chilled

Makes 8 servings (approx. 1/4 cup each) Preparation Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes 1 jar (16 ounces) Aunt Nellie’s Sliced Pickled Beets, drained 2 tablespoons olive or canola oil 1 medium eggplant (about 1 pound), cut into 1-inch pieces 1 cup chopped onion 3 cloves garlic, sliced Salt Coarse ground black pepper 1/2 cup plain nonfat yogurt (Greek or traditional), optional 1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil 1 to 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves Pita chips, fresh vegetables Coarsely chop beets.

In large nonstick skillet heat oil over medium heat until hot. Add eggplant, onion and garlic; cook 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring frequently.

Add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, if mixture seems too dry or begins to stick.

Salt and pepper, as desired. Place eggplant mixture in bowl of food processor; process until mixture is chopped and combined. Measure out 1/2 cup chopped beets; set aside. Add remaining chopped beets to eggplant mixture. Process until dip is desired consistency. Transfer dip to serving bowl. Stir in yogurt, if desired.

Stir in herbs and reserved 1/2 cup chopped beets just before serving. Serve with pita chips and vegetables for dipping. If not served immediately, cover and refrigerate up to 6 hours. Allow to stand about 15 minutes before serving if chilled.

Spicy Beet, Fruit & Nut Bars

Spicy Beet, Fruit & Nut Bars

Makes 28 bars Preparation Time: 25 minutes Bake Time: 20 minutes 1 jar (15.5 ounces) Aunt Nellie’s Harvard Beets 1 package (15.25 ounces) spice cake mix 1 cup packed light brown sugar 1/4 cup canola or vegetable oil 1 large egg 1 cup dried mixed fruits, chopped if necessary 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, pecans or almonds (or a combination), toasted Confectioners’ sugar Preheat oven to 350°F. Drain beets. Puree beets in food processor or blender until smooth; set aside. Line 15 x 10 x 1-inch baking pan with aluminum foil.

Spray lightly with nonstick cooking spray.

Place cake mix in large bowl. Add pureed beets, brown sugar, oil and egg.

Beat on low speed of electric mixer 2 minutes or until completely combined, scraping bowl as necessary. Stir in fruits and nuts.

Spread dough evenly in prepared pan. Bake 20 minutes or until pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely. Sprinkle with confectioners’ sugar. Cut into bars.

Smoked Salmon & Beet Wraps

Makes 4 servings Preparation Time: 30 minutes 1jar (16 ounces) Aunt Nellie’s Sliced Pickled Beets 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion 1 to 2 tablespoons capers 1 to 2 teaspoons lemon zest 1/2 cup spreadable chive cream cheese 2 large soft flour tortillas (10- to 12-inch diameter) 8 slices smoked salmon 1/2 cup baby spinach leaves Drain beets; chop. Discard beet liquid. In medium bowl, combine beets, onion, capers and lemon zest.

Spread 1/4 cup cream cheese evenly over each tortilla, leaving 1-inch border. Place 4 salmon slices over cream cheese; press lightly. Top each with spinach. Sprinkle beet mixture evenly over spinach.

Roll up. Wrap each roll tightly in plastic wrap. Refrigerate up to 4 hours.

To serve, remove plastic wrap; cut each tortilla into 2 pieces.

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Sacred Heart Hospital recognized for stroke care Staff reports Navarre Press For the fifth consecutive year, the American Stroke Association recently awarded Sacred Heart Hospital in Pensacola the Gold Plus Performance Achievement Award for Sacred Heart’s commitment and success in implementing excellent care for stroke patients.

Sacred Heart’s Regional Stroke Center has developed a comprehensive system for rapid diagnosis and treatment of stroke patients admitted to the hospital’s emergency department.The Stroke Center is equipped to provide brain imaging scans, has neurologists available to conduct patient evaluations and uses clot-busting medications when appropriate.

The Stroke Center is the only local primary stroke center that has a board-certified vascular neurologist and neurointensivist as part of its team, Dr. Terry Neill.

To receive the award, Sacred Heart achieved 85 percent or higher adherence to quality standards for two or more consecu-

tive 12-month intervals.

According to the American Stroke Association, each year approximately 700,000 people suffer a stroke. Of stroke survivors age 49 and older, 21 percent of men and 24 percent of women die within a year. For those aged 65 and older, the percentages are even higher.

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Government auditors recently told a House panel that efforts to build four veterans medical centers are taking on average about three years longer to complete than estimated and costing an additional $366 million per project.

Rep. Mike Coffman, RColo., said the Veterans Affairs Department’s oversight of major constructions projects doesn’t meet industrial standards and described it as dysfunctional. Coffman, who chairs a House subcommittee, said the construction problems ultimately lead to delayed health care for veterans.

The medical centers that have been delayed are in Orlando, New Orleans Denver and Las Vegas.

Several factors contributed to the delays. For example, the hospital in LasVegas was initially planned as an expanded clinic that would

The Government Accountability Office — Congress’ auditing and investigative arm — recommended that medical equipment specialists be involved early in the design process.

Specifications for medical equipment at the Orlando hospital changed several times during construction and at one point forced the VA to suspend construction. also be used by troops at Nellis Air Force Base. However, theVA later determined that local veterans needed their own medical center because of the growing population of veterans in Nevada.

One overriding problem was the VA’s inability to deal with design changes in a timely manner, according to the Government Accountability Office, Congress’ auditing and investigative arm. Most major projects require some design changes as construction occurs, but such changes should be negotiated and approved in a matter of weeks to avoid

delays, the GAO said. The agency found that it was common for the VA to take six months or longer to negotiate the changes.

The GAO recommended that medical equipment specialists be involved early in the design process. Specifications for medical equipment at the Orlando hospital changed several times during construction and at one point forced the VA to suspend construction.

Auditors also acknowledged that some delays and cost overruns could not have been anticipated.

Glenn Haggstrom, who oversees the VA’s Office of

Acquisition, Logistics and Construction, said that one of the key reasons that costs went up is that the VA often expanded the scope of the hospitals from original projections, not only increasing the size of those hospitals but the types of services provided.

Republican lawmakers used the GAO report to renew its questioning of bonuses that the department pays its senior executives. Rep. Tim Huelskamp of Kansas asked Haggstrom whether he thought he deserved annual five-figure bonuses in recent years in light of the construction delays and cost overruns.

Haggstrom received a $20,470 bonus in 2009, an $18,022 bonus in 2010 and a $16,300 bonus the following year. He said, at one point that he would have docked Haggstrom’s pay.

“Those bonuses were not by my own doing,” Haggstrom replied.“Those were done by my superiors.”

FWB Medical Center gets an “A” for patient safety Staff reports Navarre Press Fort Walton Beach Medical Center and Twin Cities Hospital have been honored with an“A”Hospital Safety Score by The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit run by employers and

other large purchasers of health benefits.

The fall of 2012 score was calculated using publicly available data on patient injuries, medical and medication errors and infections.

U.S. hospitals were assigned an A, B, C, D or F for their safety.

“It’s The Leapfrog Group’s goal to give patients the information they need and deserve before even entering a hospital,” said Leah Binder, president and CEO of The Leapfrog Group.“We congratulate the hospitals that earned an ‘A’ and we look forward to the day

when all hospitals in the U.S. will earn the highest scores for putting patient safety first.”

To see Fort Walton Beach Medical Center and Twin Cities Hospital’s scores as they compare nationally and locally, visit www.hospitalsafetyscore.org.

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Emily, Think of it…You are a child of God who has

N O L I M I TAT I O N S

HE IS ABLE TO DO THINGS FOR YOU

BE MIGHTY IN YOU AND BRING BLESSINGS TO YOU

All that HE IS ABLE to do, HE IS WILLING to do

HIS PROVISIONS ARE ENDLESS HIS BLESSINGS ARE MEASURELESS

HIS GENEROSITY IS BOUNDLESS

All that is in HIS HEART Flows out in

OV L E F O S E WAV THEY ARE SENT TO TOUCH YOU, TO FILL YOU, AND TO COVER YOU.

YO U C A N N OT C O N TA I N T H E M FOR THEY ARE MORE THAN YOUR mind can imagine, more than your arms can embrace, and more than your HEART can hold.

On top of that, you have a family that loves and supports you and is cheering you on.

We are excited for you as you begin your next chapter in your life.

“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”

Philippians 4:13 Love, Mom & Dad, David, Erik, and Claire and your Grandparents, Aunts and Uncles, and your family in Christ

THURSDAY, MAY 30, 2013

N AVA R R E

P R E S S

2013 Navarre High School

GRADUATION

By Roxanne Baker Navarre Press Navarre High School students Elle Crouse and Miles Currie both have a thirst to learn more about the world around them. Elle’s love for biology sparks her passion to learn how to help people as a doctor. Miles pursues physics because he enjoys analyzing“how things are made.”

Both students said their fields are exciting because they are constantly evolving and are a never-ending source of knowledge.

“I’ve always wondered about the world around us and I’ve wanted to learn everything about it,”Miles said.“Physics goes into depth about that and it’s all about where we came from.”

The two students are on the right track to make breakthroughs in their field. Elle was named valedictorian and Miles was named salutatorian for the high school’s senior class this year.

Navarre High School principal Brian Noack said the two students have immense dedication and discipline to put their academics first over the course of four years. Miles and Elle also excel outside the classroom, he said, and are involved in various extracurricular activities.

“Navarre High School has so many gifted students in a lot of different areas but when it comes to academics, these students stand above the rest for their intellectual ability,”Noack said.“They have challenged themselves with courses that demanded much of their time and effort. And they’re great kids too, they’re well rounded.”

In addition to academics, Elle is a member of the Interact Club and the historian of the National Honor Society.

She has spent all four years involved with cross country and track and has been named MostValuable Player several times.

The 17-year-old will major in biology at the University of West Florida next year and eventually pursue her lifelong dream of becoming a doctor.

“Biology is the basis of everything and of life and it’s finding out how the smallest things can affect our bodies,”Elle said.“There’s an infinite supply of knowledge to learn and I just love everything about it.”

Elle said she still has a lot of studying to do before graduation but is looking forward to the college life at UWF. “This is a new chapter in my life and I’m excited about that new adventure,”Elle said.

Miles has had a taste of what UWF has to offer while he participated in the dual enrollment program for the last two years of high school. His classes at the university have counted for high school and college requirements, so he will enter his third year of college next year with 62 credits. He will attend Florida State University and major in physics. He eventually wants to earn a doctorate in physics and explore super conductors and quantum physics. He’ll be a member of the honor program at the college and said he looks forward to his new independence.

Elle and Miles said they’re proud of being named the top academic students in the school and look forward to their family vacations this summer as they celebrate high school graduation.

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THURSDAY, MAY 30, 2013

2013 Navarre High School Scholarships

TOP ACADEMIC SCHOLARS Below are the students who have maintained a cumulative weighted GPA of 98.5 and above as the Top Academic Scholars for the class of 2013:

Valedictorian: Eloisa Crouse Salutatorian: Miles Currie Amanda Copeland Matthew Stott Rebekah James Brendan White Jeremy Stokes Joshua Risner Brady Bauer Matthew Privette Robert Miller Kelly Barrett Catherine Bower Jacob Zwald Heather Lynch Audrey Thomas Andraya Mendez Sarah Betts Kamri Colvin-Reece Ashley Gwin August Stone Gregory Kostelac Sherry Sandri Johnathan Watts Karissa Lindsey Jessica Reyes Jackson Walker Teresa Parsons Hannah Harms

AA DEGREES Nine seniors who participated in the dual enrollment program were awarded their Associate in Arts Degree from Pensacola State College on May 5th: Karissa Lindsey Kayla Parker Teresa Parsons Sherry Sandry Jackson Walker Danielle Pearl Emoni Roberts Erica Allen Danielle O’Connor

Scholarship totals, 2007-2013 2013 - $1.4 million, plus Florida Bright Futures Awards 2012 - $3.9 million, plus Florida Bright Futures Awards 2011 - $1.2 million, plus Florida Bright Futures Awards 2010 - $1.9 million, plus Florida Bright Futures Awards 2009 - $3.2 million, plus Florida Bright Futures Awards 2008 - $1.7 million, plus Florida Bright Futures Awards 2007 - $1.2 million, plus Florida Bright Futures Awards

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THURSDAY, MAY 30, 2013

NAVARRE PRESS / 3D

Navarre High School Class of 2013 Graduates Alexandrea Susan Acevedo

Pasha Maleya Cunningham

Josey Brooke Henderson

Sadie April Mayfield

Kristine Nicole Poloski

Tara Lynn Tomello

Chase Lee Adams

Miles Harrison Currie

Kaylee Marie Henry

Baylen Nicelle Maynard

Mitchell Downie Posey

Kendra Nicole Towner

Dominique Reimi Adams

Lauren Lynn Cutts

Grant Christopher Henshaw

Kaitlyn Renee Mayor

Kayla A. Potts

Alexander Van Tran

Kaycie Chauntel Adams

Jacqueline Dang

Tyler Matthew Henshaw

Tatiana Marissa Mays

Brian Keith Powell

Logan Edward Tremblay

Joy Lynn Aldrich

Joshua David Daniel

Javier Hernandez

David Blake McBride

Ralph Jamison Powell

Destiny Marie Tucker

Montana Rae Alex

Marvin Eugene Darby

Lorenzo Hernandez

Monica Nichole McBrien

Carlos Manuel Prieto Jr.

Eric Mann Turman

Jacob Thomas Alexander

Austin Taylor Daugherty

Sasha Zaida Hernandez

John Robert McCooey

Matthew James Privette

Erica Alexis Allen

Haven Noel Davenport

Viviana Linda Hernandez

DeShawn Eric McDonald

Ashley Nicole Proctor

Alexis Jonee' Underwood

Sarah Victoria Alvarez

Alec Christian Davis

David M. Hickman

Conor James McKinley

Jean Carlos Quinones

Ryan Lynn Vahlberg

Kirsten Jaclin Amato

Bryan Vernie Davison

Apryl Elaine Hill

William Edward McMahan

Brianna Lynn Rainwater

Victor Carl Valletto

Dakota Lee Ancke

Natalie Faye Dawson

Melody Marie Hinkel

Allissa Michala McNair

Nicholas Jay Ramos

John Thomas Vance

Alek Geordan Andrew

Taylor Ann Day

Kristina J.T. Hobin

Wyatt Glen Medenwaldt

Shannon Marjorie Randall

Jacob E. Vandermeide

Elijah Isaiah Appel

Dereece Marcus De Leon

Kade Andrew Hoffman

Keanu William Medina

Abigail Rea

Dion Anthony Vecchio

Catherine Lynn Appler

Mackenzie del Pino

Sarah Maie-I Hoffman

Chase Wilson Meek

Jessica Marie Reyes

Dianarra Malit Arceo

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Ryan Michael Hoke

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Hunter Logan Lombard

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Lawson Clifford Storey III

Jinah Burman

Timothy Blake Godwin

Tiffany Marie Lombardo

Kaitlin Anne Parker

Matthew James Stott

Bryanna Jeane Burrell

Ashley Nicole Gomes

Jeleesa Jean Lowry

Kyla Koren Parker

Marissa Marie Strebeck

Natalie Morgan Burroughs

Katalin Renee Goodwin

Heather Nicole Lynch

Tyler David Parmer

Ashlyn Rose Stuart

Brandon Michael Calabro

Kyle Richard Gorby

Andie Elizabeth MacClure

Bryanna Nicole Parnell

Jordan Ray Supra

Dakota Alexander Campbell

Ayyan Thomas Goudeau

Joshua Kane Mackall

Teresa Jo Parsons

Keegan Alexander Sweet

David Allan Campbell

Brandon David Gow

Asia Marie Mackenzie

Kaitlyn Marie Peacock

Andrew Rey Sylvester

John Vincent Carey IV

Alyssa Marie Gragg

Evan Kyle Madec

Danielle Michelle Pearl

Kierstyn Nicole Tankersley

Reneé JoAnn Casey

Shelby Paige Grater

Margaret Mary Mann

Dairus Kee Peazant

Drayton Scott Taylor

Tinamarie Castro

Carly Michelle Greenwell

Diana Sheye Marimla

Jasmine Hamidan Pena

Taren Chanice Taylor

Holden Ridge Chambers

Jonah Dalton Chadwick Griego

Allison Nicole Marquis

Gabriella Elizabeth Rae Perlis

Sarah Marie Theis

Jaela Monet Chauncey

Draven Christian Grimes

Matthew Thomas Marshall

Madison Marie Pernia

Audrey Elaine Thomas

Ryan Matthew Cmorey

Jordan Anne Grissom

Juan Jose Martinez

Praise Imani Pettus

Derius C. Thompson

Jared T. Coakley

Branden Mark Ground

Maliyah D'Rae Mayfield

Brett Allen Phillips

Vincent Eldrin Thompson

Gabriel Michael Coalson

Ashley Taylor Gwin

Devin Michael Colonel

Joshua Robert Hagberg

Kelly Michelle Barrett

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Hannah Storm Cook Amanda Marie Copeland

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Lauren Leigh Crosby

Joseph Regan Hastings

John Michael Crowe II

Sierra Lynn Hatch Kelsea Sierra Heider

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We are so proud of you!

Best of luck at the University of Alabama!

Courtney Ann Harlan Hannah Ashley Harms

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Faith Nicole Hagen

Kelsey Elise Marie Craib Eloisa Catherine Crouse

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Zachery Ransom Tyra

Dana Lasmin Vega

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Kiana Tersita Vieau

Joshua Dillard Risner

Miguel Angel Villanueva

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NAVARRE HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 2013

Class photo courtesy of GRADTRAK速

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THURSDAY, MAY 30, 2013

NAVARRE PRESS / 5D

NAVARRE HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 2013 Congratulations Shelby!

Congratulations Graduates!

We are so proud of who you have become and all you have accomplished! Good luck at UWF. We love you so much, Mum, Dad, Kelsey and Devin x

2013

Class of

Congratulations Torrey Williams

Jay Warren #25, We are so proud of you!

(PHILLIPIANS 4:4-9)

We are so proud of you!

Go Noles! Fear the Spear!

Love, Dad, Mom, Ken and Shanice

Love, Dad, Mom, Tyler, Tanner and Tiffany

2013

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Class of

2013

CONGRATULATIONS Johnny and Praise,

Madison, We love you!

Congratulations!

Mom, Dad, Ross & Mason

2013

Class of

We love you, Mom, Dad & Will

2013

2013

Class of

Class of

Congratulations Sarah!

Congratulations Payne!

Enjoy Baylor University!

Phil 1:6: "...He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion..."

Have faith and all things are possible.

Love, Dad, Mom & Howie

Love, Mom, Dad, and Jonathan

2013

2013

Class of

Class of

Congratulations Jessica!

John, We are so proud of you and we love you so much!

Momma, Daddy, Ben, and Andrew Isaiah 41:13

We love you, Mom & Dad

2013

2013

Class of

2013

Class of

Congratulations Cassie!

Love, Mom, Dad, Bailey & Avery

We are so very proud of you!

Mom, Dad, Kristen & Prince

Love, Mom and Dad

Love, Dad, Mom & Laurel

Congratulations Travis!

We have always been proud of your accomplishments.

Keep reaching for the stars!

You are what makes us worthwhile.

You are our hero!

You make us so proud!

Best of luck at OU!

Class of

Congratulations Kayla!

Timothy,

You have made us proud.

God has great plans for you.

2013

2013

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Class of

Kaitlyn, Imagine the future you want and believe that you have what it takes to create the wonderful life you deserve. Because you do! Be yourself and you will succeed.

We Love You, Dad, Mom & Kristen Heart to Heart Never Apart

2013

Class of

2013

Class of

Congratulations Matthew!

Our little boy has grown up.

We’re proud of the man you have become.

Love, Dad, Mom, Chelsay, Lindsay, Kyle and McKinzie

2013

Class of

Baylen, We are so proud of you!

You will always be our Beauty Queen.

Love Mom, Dad & Family

2013

Class of

CONGRATULATIONS BRIANA WYLIE! We will cry tears of sadness, joy, and pride. Here is to your future and know you will accomplish great things. The greatest gift received came from GOD and we call her “Bri.” Love Mom, Dad, Quinton and ALL YOUR FAMILY

We are so very proud of you!

You are truly amazing!

Best of luck at UWF. Love, Dad, Mom and Sam

2013

Class of

2013

Class of

Mitch we are so proud of you, and all of your accomplishments.

Your future will be bright at UWF. Don't forget to set your alarm!

We are SO Proud of you and Love you VERY much!

Philippians 4:13 Love, Mom and Dad and the Family

Congratulations Sherry!

Way to go Tom Laney!

We are so proud of you! Best of luck with your final year at Locklin Technical School and your upcoming electrical apprenticeship.

All our love, Mom, Dad and Sarah

2013

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Dwayne C. Walls II, We are so proud of you! Keep shooting for the stars!

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John , We are so proud of you!

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Jeremiah 29:11 We love you!

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NHS’ Jake Zwald is full of surprises Chris Chatelain Navarre Press

Jake Zwald

Jake Zwald’s time at Navarre High School has been bookended by pleasant surprises. But what has filled the four years in between has been everything you’d expect from a first-class student.

When Zwald first arrived in Navarre just prior to his freshman year after his family moved from NewYork, he didn’t know what to expect.

“I walked in the first day with no friends, nothing familiar, and I admit I didn’t want to like it,” Zwald said.“But I was surprised by what happened. I will leave with many great friends and even more great experiences.”

Just as Zwald was surprised following his arrival, he once again found himself in shock last week when he learned that he had been selected as the Navarre High Most Outstanding Male Senior.

“I was really happy to hear the news. I didn’t even know such a thing existed until then, but I am extremely honored and grateful,”said Zwald.

In his four years at NHS, Zwald has kept himself quite busy both in and out of the classroom.

Besides maintaining a 4.4 weighted GPA, he’s been active in Students Against Destructive

Decisions (SADD), the NHS Chorus and he teaches school groups at the Navarre Beach Marine Science Station. However, two things he’s most passionate about and proud of is his involvement with a Relay For Life team which raised the highest amount of any team, and his volunteer work at the OR at Gulf Breeze Hospital.

“My long term goal is to be a surgeon, so I definitely enjoy my time at the hospital,”said Zwald.“It’s fun, it’s something I look forward to.”

However, like every great strategist, Zwald has a backup plan. He will attend the University of Florida in the fall and study environmental engineering. It’s a passion he picked up at NHS. “I took the (environmental) classes at school, and absolutely fell in love with it. I had never realized how important environmental issues truly are until I took the class. I mean, I’m not a tree-hugger type, but taking Mr. (Ian) Turoff’s class has really changed my perspective.”

The class had such an impact that Zwald is taking part in an environmental mission trip this summer to Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands with Mr. Turoff.

“I’m working hard right now on becoming fluent in Spanish before the trip. I can’t wait, I know it’s going to be very exciting,”Zwald said.

Oh, and he’s also writing a fiction book in what little spare time he has. So, he’s sure to remain just as busy after graduation as he was before it.

Murphy retires spikes, will focus on books in college

By Chris Chatelain Navarre Press

Graduation will be a bittersweet experience for Brooke Murphy this Saturday.

“I feel like I’ve spent my whole life there, so it’s going to be sad in that way,”said Murphy, who has been around NHS since a young age. Her father, Scott, is the athletic director and softball coach for the Raiders and her younger sister, Amanda, attends NHS as well.

Fittingly, since she has Raider maroon running through her veins, Murphy has been selected as the Navarre High Most Outstanding Female Senior by NHS faculty.

“I’m thrilled to receive this honor. Navarre High has been a huge part of my life for about as long as I can remember,”Murphy said.“It will definitely be bittersweet to leave, but at the same time I am excited to move on to the next chapter.”

The next chapter for the two-sport star, who has also carried a 3.71 GPA, is attending Pensacola State College to study education. Despite an impressive run as a softball and golf player for the Raiders, she will attend PSC on a

Memorial Athletic Scholarship from Navarre High School.

“My goal is to be an elementary school teacher, so I’m putting athletics aside and focusing on academics alone for now,”said Murphy.

Murphy said the family ties is what she feels will be the hardest aspect to leave behind, and cited her father, Scott, as an anchor.“He gives me strength, support and encouragement. It will be weird not to see him around like I did at Navarre High.”

Murphy — who was called the‘quiet leader’of the Raider softball team — capped off a great career by being named the Raiders’Player of the Year her senior season, batting .371 with 27 RBI. She also led her team during her junior year with a .401 average with 22 RBI. But as she reflects upon her time at NHS, Brooke Murphy will most cherish the memories made during high school.“I think about all the new people I met and the friends I’ve made, and how we all experienced many of the same things together. Those are bonds that will last a long time.”

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