Santa Rosa Florida News

Hurricane Ida Closings

Click here for all of the latest information regarding closures caused by Hurricane Ida. more »

Nov/8/09 6:41 PM

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By WKRG Staff

Emerald Coast Honor Flight

World War II Veterans return from a trip to their memorial in Washington. more »

Oct/21/09 9:43 PM

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By Bill Riales

Teacher Sex Arrests

Community still talking about shocking arrests of two Florida panhandle teachers accused of having sex with underage males more »

Aug/7/09 4:50 PM

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By Pat Peterson

Comment by rioaguanegra: That’s not the first time that’s happened in Jay. Do your research and you will find that there have been two other incidents. … 5 Responses »

Large Crowd For Billings Visitation

Reaction is coming in from neighbors to Pamela Long-Wiggins arrest. more »

Jul/16/09 9:45 PM

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By Steve Alexander

Another Man Arrested For Murdering Beluah Couple

New developments Monday night in the murders of Byrd and Melanie Billings of Beluah, Florida. A fourth person has been arrested and charged. Investigators are still looking for three other men. more »

Jul/13/09 8:37 PM

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By Emily Forrester

Comment by carl: Regardless of their nationality or race,these ought to be an outstanding example on how to respond to such a brutal and pityless attack on a family and… 3 Responses »

Deadly Crash Closes Escambia Bay Bridge

Eastbound lanes were closed for more than five hours after a fiery crash invovling an 18-wheeler. One person was killed in a separate crash in the westbund lanes. more »

Jun/4/09 3:53 PM

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By Jamie Burch

Second Confirmed Case Of Swine Flu In Santa Rosa County

The adult male has isolated himself in his home and is taking Tamiflu. None of the three other family members, two adults and one small child, have shown flu like symptoms. The child does not attend daycare or school. more »

Jun/1/09 4:09 PM

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By Jamie Burch

Sex Offender Sentenced To 4 Consecutive Life Terms

Police say Timmy Gardner sexually abused a girl under the age of 12. more »

May/22/09 12:31 PM

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By Jamie Burch

Comment by tavias48: I’ve been on a relentless campaign to get my father-in-law registered in Alabama as a convicted sex offender from Brooklyn, New York. He moved to… 5 Responses »

Ft. Pickens Road Opening Up for Business

Fort Pickens Road has been closed since Hurricane Ivan, but that changes on Friday. more »

May/20/09 4:29 PM

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By Jene' Young

Comment by BamaBob: Went camping there when I was a freshman in college. That was back before everyone feared the sun and I got so sunburned my skin turned a deep purple!… view »

First Confirmed Case Of Swine Flu In Florida Panhandle

BREAKING NEWS A Santa Rosa County woman has been taking Tamiflu for two days. more »

May/20/09 2:00 PM

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By Jamie Burch

Police Checkpoints In Florida Panhandle

Click here to see where Florida Highway Patrol will set up check points during the month of June. more »

May/19/09 9:49 AM

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By WKRG Staff

Four Cases Of Whooping Cough In FL Planhandle

The Santa Rosa County Health Department is currently investigating four confirmed cases of pertussis, or “whooping cough.” more »

May/12/09 10:54 AM

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By WKRG Staff/Santa Rosa County Health Department

Comment by sydric: I cannot believe that there are parents out there that do not get their children vacinated in this day and age. Where are their minds???????? The… view »

Obama Wants Quick Confimation of FEMA Nominee

With hurricane season fast approaching the White House is requesting a quick confirmation of Obama's nomination to head FEMA, Craig Fugate. more »

May/6/09 2:18 PM

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By Associated Press

Finding A Job…

In a News 5 Special Report we show you the best tips on how to land that perfect job. more »

May/5/09 10:08 PM

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By Mel Showers

Man Gets Life For His Role In Child Porn Ring

The Justice Department says James Freeman was part of an international network that traded more than 400,000 images and 1,000 videos of child sexual abuse. more »

Apr/28/09 5:00 PM

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By The Associated Press

Man Swallows Bags Of Cocaine During Police Chase

The Santa Rosa County Sheriff's Office is asking for your help to find Willie Dukes. He ran from police and attacked a deputy before finally escaping. more »

Apr/23/09 6:19 PM

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By Jamie Burch

Comment by Sirk: Compassion, If you would re-read my post also, I never called you stupid either, I said (“I wouldn’t go on TV or any blog and tell everyone what… 14 Responses »