Stories by Hansen Hasenberg
Stories by Hansen Hasenberg
Two juveniles arrested in killing of 14 year old Pace girl
December 4, 2025
Two juveniles have been arrested in connection with the homicide of Danika Troy, 14, who was reported as a runaway Monday, Dec. 1. Troy’s body was found the following day and Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office confirmed it was Troy Dec. 3.
NWFL state representative proposes bill to bring more transparency to judicial system
December 1, 2025
Florida State Representative Nathan Boyles, who represents District 3 in the State House, has introduced a bill to bring greater transparency to Florida’s judicial system.
How U.S. penny production ending could impact you
November 21, 2025
Earlier this month, the U.S. Mint printed its final penny in Philadelphia.
First printed in 1793, the penny, which is really a one-cent coin, has become an oft-overlooked staple of American life. It’s an item that has been seen as good luck, influenced pricing and marketing strategies and even impacted the name of a shoe.
850 Fireman training day gives local firefighters chance to hone skills
November 21, 2025
Around 100 firefighters from across the Florida Panhandle attended the 850 Fireman training day at Midway Fire District’s Station 37 Friday, Nov. 21.
New study reveals prevalence of boat strikes on sea turtles
November 19, 2025
A soon-to-be published study on the impacts of watercraft upon sea turtles has found nearly one out of every four sea turtles stranded along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts show signs of vessel-strike injuries (VSI).
County holds off on PD&E Study, citing federal interest in Navarre Beach Bridge funding
November 4, 2025
Replacement of Navarre Beach Bridge in the coming years is a big priority for the Santa Rosa Board of County Commissioners. The biggest question facing the commission has been how to pay for it.
At their Oct. 20 meeting in Tiger Point, the commission may have gotten their answer.
Santa Rosa Clerk of Court English shares his cancer story
October 20, 2025
Jason English knows the importance of early detection, whether related to fraud against Santa Rosa County or his personal health.
Santa Rosa woman writes book chronicling Turkey’s biblical heritage
October 13, 2025
Relics of the Bible and the early Christian Church aren’t just to be found in Israel, Egypt and Jordan, but Turkey as well.
Turkey’s biblical points of interest are the subject of Navarre resident Rachel Coggin’s new book, “Exploring Turkey’s Biblical Heritage: An Inspirational and Historical Travel Guide.”
School board names new Navarre High principal, responds to community criticism
October 13, 2025
Jennifer Schmitt is the new principal of Navarre High School.
The current Navarre High assistant principal will take over as head of the school Jan. 5, 2026, when Kasie Windfelder leaves for the same position at Soundside High School.
Central, Jay, Milton perform at Blackwater Classic Marching Band Fest
October 10, 2025
Milton High School played host to the Blackwater Classic Marching Band Festival Saturday, Oct. 4.
2025 marked the eighth year of the festival, which featured bands from as far away as Jackson County.




