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Why is Joe Exotic back in Santa Rosa County Jail? Here's what to know about the 'Tiger King'
Joe Exotic is known to many as the Tiger King, but at the Santa Rosa County Jail, where he temporarily resides, he’s simply known as Joseph Maldonado. Maldonado, 61, was booked into jail in Santa Rosa County, Florida, early Wednesday morning as he prepares to appear in court for an upcoming civil hearing in a case set in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida.
Deputies: $200,000 in Spice seized from Santa Rosa County man's home
SANTA ROSA COUNTY, Fla. -- A Jay man tried to flee from deputies Wednesday night as they executed a search warrant for drugs at his home. Travis Sterback, 27, is charged with Trafficking in Synthetic Cannabinoids, Possession of Marijuana with Intent to Distribute, Flee Elude at High Speed, and Firing Weapon in Public.
Escambia approved just one new residential development in March, but it's a big one
Escambia County officials only approved one new development in March, but it's a big one. On Wednesday, the county's Development Review Committee approved one new subdivision development project called the Byrneville subdivision. ...
First responders working traffic crash on Highway 21, near Fountain Correctional Facility
Atmore Police Department officials said this morning that traffic is being rerouted on Highway 21 between Fountain Correctional Facility and Wayside Road due to a traffic accident. According to the APD, the accident involved multiple vehicles and the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is investigating the accident. Officials said to avoid the area. This story will […] The post First responders working traffic crash on Highway 21, near Fountain Correctional Facility appeared first on The Atmore Advance.
Dollar General to break ground on new store on Nashville Avenue in coming weeks
Dollar General officials said today they anticipate to break ground on their new store on Nashville Avenue in Atmore in the coming weeks. Officials said in an email that they are finalizing the due diligence phase for the new store. “Based on our current timeline, we anticipate to break ground in the coming weeks,” officials […] The post Dollar General to break ground on new store on Nashville Avenue in coming weeks appeared first on The Atmore Advance.
City to hide thousands of eggs ahead of Saturday event
City of Brewton employees and members of the Events & Entertainment Committee for the city are working make sure the annual Eggsciting Egg Hunt set for Saturday is an enjoyable event for children and adults. Connie Baggett, director of programs for the city of Brewton, said that thousands of eggs are ready to be hidden […] The post City to hide thousands of eggs ahead of Saturday event appeared first on The Brewton Standard.
Doctors say mentally ill Gulf Breeze man who killed mom at 17 is better. What happens now.
The Gulf Breeze man who killed his mother as a teenager on Christmas Eve 2013 was in Santa Rosa County court on Tuesday. The court held a status hearing on the mental health of 28-year-old Brandon Aydelott. He is currently being held in the Santa Rosa County jail and he appeared in handcuffs, wearing a red jumpsuit for “high-risk” inmates.
Hines gets ‘key to city’ at retirement
After serving as the City of Brewton’s attorney for 19 years, Ed Hines is retiring from the position. During Monday’s meeting of the Brewton City Council, Mayor Yank Lovelace presented a proclamation in honor of the work Hines has done for the city during his time on the job. “This meeting marks the last day […] The post Hines gets ‘key to city’ at retirement appeared first on The Brewton Standard.
Best waterfront restaurants in Pensacola area for 2024: 25 spots you need to visit
There are a huge number of restaurants that offer breathtaking waterfront views in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties. And thanks to the Pensacola area's growing foodie scene, you're not going to be stuck choosing between chicken fingers, steak or seafood while you soak in the scenery. Here's an exhaustive look...
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