In an age of the quick and impersonal, I prefer that which is deliberate, up close, connected and meaningful. And so it is that I find myself on the way to Mobile, AL to ride the new Amtrak train to New Orleans, a relaxed and thoughtful way to travel the northern Gulf Coast.
The new train line is officially called the Mardi Gras Service, reflecting the regional history of Mardi Gras as the celebration first began in Mobile in 1703 before growing into a world-famous party in New Orleans. Since beginning in August, over 20,000 people have enjoyed a new era in regional train travel with twice-daily service originating in New Orleans and Mobile with stops along the Mississippi coast in Bay Saint Louis, Gulfport, Biloxi and Pascagoula. Restoring train service to the region has been a goal for Gulf coast communities since Amtrak dropped service to the area following Hurricane Katrina in 2005.
I hop on the train at the downtown Mobile station late afternoon on a Tuesday, ready for a couple of beautiful fall days in New Orleans. Cars are about half full on this quiet weekday, and the ticket price of $24 each way reflects the low mid-week demand. I love the spacious seating, and passengers seem genuinely excited to be on a train, chatting up the conductors and each other.
For many years I’ve chosen train travel when I can, as it offers a more up-close view of local history and culture. There’s an intimacy on
the train, both inside and outside, that cars and airplanes can’t match.
That view of Gulf Coast life begins as soon as the train leaves the station, running south alongside the busy Port of Mobile with ships traveling the Mobile River, while other ships are under construction or moored for repair. We pass through sprawling west Mobile and into Mississippi, across the piney woods of Grand Bay National Wildlife Refuge and a lone field of fluffy white cotton ready for harvest. It’s a little taste of Southern history and the crop that made Mobile a 19th century powerhouse on the Gulf.
Each town along the way has its own bit of uniqueness. In Pascagoula, it’s shipbuilding and industry, and crossing the delta of the Pascagoula River, a hot spot for wildlife and the longest undammed river in the contiguous 48 states. In Biloxi, it’s a center of commercial fishing and the first view of the casinos that are common along the Mississippi coast. At Bay St. Louis we stop at the old 1929 train station, built in the Mission Revival style and the setting for much of the 1966 film This Property is Condemned, starring Robert Redford and Natalie Wood.
But for me there’s as much appeal in the seemingly more mundane. The lower speeds on the train, and the fact that the line passes through the heart of coastal towns, brings daily life into view.
It’s people sitting on front porches. Dogs lounging in back yards. Kids and families at football practice. Diners sitting outside a restaurant… We’re seeing these towns more fully than you can speeding by in a car on Interstate
10, subject to the morass of trial lawyer billboards and strip shopping centers. There’s also a friendliness among the passengers, as many gather in the cafe car for food, beverage and conversation, as the relaxed nature of train travel and the spaciousness onboard puts passengers in a cheery mood.
We never go far without crossing one of the dozens of creeks, bays and bayous along the way, bringing lots of water views. Near the Mississippi-Louisiana border we come to my favorite part of the trip, a 30 mile crossing of a large expanse of tidal marsh south of Lake Pontchartrain and the mouth of the Pearl River.
We reach the area at sunset and admire a glowing sky of orange across the verdant green of the marsh. On the return trip, I experience this same stretch in full daylight, bringing fantastic views of a natural
bounty of wading birds, fish and alligators, all from the comfort of an airconditioned rail car. We arrive in New Orleans ahead of schedule, and the Union Passenger Terminal is conveniently located just across from the Central Business District. The city’s iconic streetcars run in front of the station, allowing for easy access downriver to neighborhoods like Marigny and the French Quarter, and upriver to the Garden District. I take a short walk to my hotel and then venture out for a stroll down Bourbon Street before it gets too late, and too loud.
You don’t need a car in New Orleans.
Yes, it would be faster to drive to New Orleans. But that’s not the point.
The point is to see and experience the Gulf coast. To sit back and let someone else do the driving.
To not have to park a car in New Orleans. To be able to visit with fellow passengers along the way.
While New Orleans is a world class city, a lifetime of accumulated wisdom tells me that a good trip is about both the destination and the journey. That’s where traveling by train makes it a complete trip. Taking the train
For travel from Mobile to New Orleans, trains depart Mobile every day at 6:30 am and 4:30 pm. The trip takes about three hours and forty minutes, arriving at the Union Passenger Terminal adjacent to the Central Business District of New Orleans. You can also hop off at any of four cities along the Mississippi coast. Parking is available onsite in Mobile for $15/day, or you can park on the street in an unmetered area and walk to the station.
For the return trip from New Orleans to Mobile, trains leave New Orleans every day at 7:35 am and 5:31 pm. Visit amtrak.com for reservations and more information.■
Photo by Christian Wagley
Photo courtesy of Amtrak
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DECEMBER EVENTS AT YOUR LIBRARY
Library Closures
• All Santa Rosa County Libraries will close at 1 p.m. on Fri., Dec. 12 for quarterly staff development.
• All libraries will be closed Wed.- Thurs., Dec. 24-25, in observance of the Christmas holiday.
• All libraries will be closed Wed., Dec. 31, in observance of the New Year’s Eve holiday.
Preschool Storytime
Storytime programs are presented for preschool children ages three through five and include stories, finger plays and action rhymes. Caregivers must remain in the library during storytime; however, they cannot accompany children into the programs. Programs start promptly at the assigned times; latecomers are not admitted.
First timer? Visit the library to meet the storytime presenter, pick up a welcome packet, explore the children's area, and enjoy a tour of the library. Check the library website for additional details at santarosa.fl.gov/libraries.
Storytime will be presented during the following times through Dec. 5:
• 11 – 11:30 a.m. on Tuesdays at the Jay Library
• 11 – 11:30 a.m. on Tuesdays at the Navarre Library
• 10:30 - 11 a.m. on Wednesdays at the Milton Library
• 11- 11:30 a.m. on Thursdays at the Pace Library
• 11 – 11:30 a.m. on Fridays at the Gulf Breeze Library Toddler Time
Toddler Time is a program for children ages 18 to 36 months who attend with a caregiver. One child and one adult register together for songs, stories, rhymes, and other fun activities. Toddler Time is a 20-minute program. Toddler Time requires registration; space is limited. It is not a drop-in program. Details are available at the participating libraries. Speak with a staff member if you have any questions.
Toddler Time will be presented during the following times through Dec. 5:
• 10:30 – 10:50 a.m. on Tuesdays at the Milton Library
• 11 – 11:20 a.m. on Tuesdays at the Pace Library
• 11 – 11:20 a.m. on Tuesdays at the Gulf Breeze Library
• 11 – 11:20 a.m. on Thursdays at the Navarre Library
• 11 – 11:20 a.m. on Thursdays at the Jay Library
The Inklings Milton Library - 5541 Alabama St.
Dec. 2, 4 p.m.
Sixth through 10th graders are invited to share their ideas about the book of the month. The Inklings Book Club reads both novels and graphic novels. Space is limited; registration is required. This month’s selection is Eragon by Christopher Paolini; the club will meet at 4 p.m. this month to watch Eragon (rated PG, 2006).
Meet! Play! Learn!
10:30 a.m.
Meet! Play! Learn! is a program where parents of young children can congregate and socialize with other parents while their children play and make friends at age-appropriate activity stations set up around the room. This program is for children ages birth to 5 who have not yet started kindergarten, and will take place on the following dates: Gulf Breeze Library- Dec. 3
• Navarre Library- Dec. 10
Theater Thursdays
Gulf Breeze Library – 1060 Shoreline Dr.
Dec. 4, 3 - 5 p.m.
Stop by the library on the 1st Thursday of each month at 3 p.m. for a family-friendly movie. Refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Gulf Breeze Library. This month’s movie is Miracle on 34th Street (rated NR, 1947).
labARTory
Navarre Library - 8484 James M. Harvell Rd. Dec. 4, 4 - 6 p.m.
Visit the Navarre Library for an open art studio. Design your own project or do a special project which changes each month. All art materials are provided by the Friends of the Navarre Library. This is a drop-in program; all ages are welcome, but children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Saturday with Santa
• Dec. 6, 10 – 11:30 a.m. at the Navarre and Pace Libraries
• Dec. 13, 10 – 11:30 a.m. at the Gulf Breeze and Jay Libraries
• Dec. 20, 10 – 11:30 a.m. at the Milton Library Santa will take a break from his preparations at the North Pole to visit Santa Rosa County Libraries. Enjoy a Christmas story and a gift from Santa. Please bring a camera
if you would like a picture taken with Santa. All ages are welcome. Special thanks to area Friends of the Library for sponsoring this spectacular visit.
Family Fun Day
Navarre Library – 8484 James M. Harvell Rd.
Dec. 6, 2 p.m.
Visit the Navarre Library on the 1st Saturday of the month for family-friendly games, puzzles, and more.
The Novel Ideas Book Club
Milton Library – 5541 Alabama St.
Dec. 8, 10 a.m.
The Novel Ideas Book Club meets at 10 a.m. on the second Monday of the month beginning in February. Come listen and share your thoughts about the book of the month. Anyone ages 18+ who has read the book is welcome to attend. Refreshments are provided by the Friends of the Milton Library. This month’s selection is The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura Dave.
FOPL Book Club
Pace Library – 4750 Pace Patriot Blvd.
Dec. 9, 5:30 – 7 p.m.
Visit the Pace Library on the 2nd Tue. each month for the Friends of the Pace Library Book Club. Anyone 18+ who has read the book of the month is welcome to attend. Speak with a staff member for more information. This month’s selection is Home Sweet Christmas by Susan Mallery.
Webinar Wednesdays
Family History & Research Center
6275 Dogwood Dr., Milton
Dec. 10, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. OR 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Visit the Family History & Research Center on the 2nd Wednesday each month for Webinar Wednesdays. Webinars related to family history research will be shown at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. with a discussion following. This month’s webinar is Crafting History – Bring Your Ancestors to Lif e presented by Mary Kircher Roddy.”
Page Turners, a fiction book club, meets at 12 p.m. on the second Thursday of every other month beginning in February. Come listen and share your thoughts about the book of the month. Anyone ages 18+ who has read the book is welcome to attend. Refreshments provided by the Friends of the Gulf Breeze Library. This month’s book is The Echo of Old Books by Barbara Davis.
Game-O-Rama
Jay Library – 5259 Booker Ln.
Dec. 11, 2 p.m.
Come play a board game or video game at the Jay Library. Bring your own or enjoy one of ours. Get your game on!
Visit the Navarre Library on the 2nd Friday each month for the Cover to Cover Book Club. Anyone 18+ who has read the book of the month is welcome to attend.
This month’s title is The Unmaking of June Farrow by Adrienne Young. Speak with a staff member for more information.
For the Win! Games Day
Milton Library – 5541 Alabama St.
Dec. 13, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Enjoy playing tabletop or board games? Join us for game day at the Milton Library. Bring games from home or play those provided by the library. This event is open to all ages, and game groups are welcome.
Breeze Builders is a monthly building workshop for children ages 5 - 11 who enjoy building with Legos, Tinker Toys, K’Nex, magnetic tiles, and other types of building materials and kits. Bring your imagination and come join in on the fun.
Movie Time Tuesdays
Navarre Library – 8484 James M. Harvell Rd.
Dec. 16, 4 p.m.
Visit the Navarre Library on the 3rd Tuesday of the month for a movie. All movies will begin at 4 p.m. and refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Navarre Library. This month’s movie is Balto (rated G, 1995).
Winter Movie Night Jay Library – 5259 Booker Ln.
Dec. 16, 5 p.m.
Visit the Jay Library for the Winter Outdoor Movie Night and enjoy Home Alone (rated PG). Refreshments will be provided.
The Past Tense Book Club – Family History & Research Center – 6275 Dogwood Dr. Dec. 17, 10:30 a.m.
Visit the Family History & Research Center on the 3rd Wed. each month at 10:30 a.m. for a historical fiction book club. A wide range of eras and topics will be covered, and input is welcome. Refreshments will be provided.
This month’s selection is The Hornet’s Nest by Jimmy Carter. Speak with a staff member for more information.
Senior Social Gulf Breeze Library - 1060 Shoreline Dr. Dec. 18, 10:30 a.m.
Adults 50+ are invited for coffee, conversation, activities, games, and crafts at 10:30 am on the 3rd Thursday of each month. Scheduled program activities will vary each month. Refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Gulf Breeze Library.
STEAM Day Milton Library – 5541 Alabama St. Dec. 18, 4 – 6 p.m.
Visit the Milton Library for a monthly STEAM Day! Each month will feature a different theme. This month’s theme is “Christmas.” Speak with a staff member for more information.
STEAMaker
Navarre Library - 8484 James M. Harvell Rd. Dec. 18, 4 – 5 p.m.
Tweens and teens ages 10-17 who are interested in robotics, coding, and other tech are invited to join our STEAMaker tech club. Beginners through expert level welcome!
As the Page Turns Jay Library – 5259 Booker Ln. Dec. 23, 4 p.m. Visit the Jay Library on the 4th Tuesday each month for As the Page Turns, an adult book club where patrons choose what to read. This month’s genre is holiday favorites, with a suggested title of The Christmas Cottage by T. Davis Bunn. Speak with a staff member for more information.
Movie Night
Milton Library – 5541 Alabama St.
Enjoy two holiday movies at the Milton Library over the winter break. Refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Milton Library.
Showtimes:
• Dec. 23, 4 p.m. – A Christmas Story (rated PG, 1983)
• Dec. 27, 2 p.m. – The Polar Express (rated G, 2004) The Santa Rosa County Library System is a department of the Santa Rosa County Board of County Commissioners. Libraries are located in Gulf Breeze, Jay, Milton, Navarre, and Pace. Find additional information at www.santarosa.fl.gov/libraries or call (850) 981-7323 (READ).
Gulf Winds Credit Union recently donated $20,000 to Manna and presented the check at their annual Fill the Mayflower event, one of the community’s most impactful annual food-drive events. This year’s donation helps strengthen Manna’s ability to deliver consistent, sustainable hunger relief, supporting programs that ensure children, families, and seniors have dependable access to nutritious food year-round.
“Every county in the U.S. faces food insecurity, and it is our mission to create lasting, local impact,” said Daniel Souers, President and CEO of Gulf Winds Credit Union. “By supporting Manna, we’re not only helping families receive nutritious meals, but also strengthening the long-term sustainability of hunger-relief efforts in our community. That’s a responsibility we take to heart.”
Gulf Winds’ longstanding partnership with Manna has been built over more than 20 years of continued financial support, handson volunteering, and in-kind resources. From donating an RV after a flood damaged Manna’s office, to more than $475,000 in donations and 750 hours of service, Gulf Winds has been an integral part of Manna’s efforts to create thriving, healthy neighborhoods.
“In recent months, Manna has experienced a surge in requests for food assistance. We are in need of contributions from our community to feed our hungry neighbors,” said DeDe Flounlacker, Executive Director of Manna. “We’re so appreciative of Gulf Winds’ generous support of Manna’s hunger relief programs again this year. Their years of combined giving have made possible nearly 300,000 healthy meals for our neighbors in need!”
To learn more about Gulf Winds’ giving, visit GoGulfWinds.com/Foundation. To support Manna, visit mannahelps.org.
About Gulf Winds:
Since 1954, Gulf Winds Credit Union has offered products and services that Move Members Forward. As a full-service financial organization, Gulf Winds provides 12 branch locations, digital banking, nationwide surcharge-free ATMs, and the support of more than 240 knowledgeable employees committed to delivering exceptional service. Gulf Winds is also renowned for its community involvement. Membership is open to anyone who lives, works, worships, or attends school in North Florida, Southern Alabama, and Southern Georgia. To learn more, please visit gogulfwinds.com.
QUAYSIDE ART GALLERY HOLIDAY MARKET
Looking for that special something to give out this holiday season? Find a personal, one-of-a-kind gift from the assortment of art, ornaments, cards and more to be showcased at Quayside Art Gallery’s Annual Holiday Market from December 1 to January 4. Quayside Art Gallery offers three floors featuring 50 local artists
displaying glass, fiber, jewelry, ceramics, sculpture, paintings, mixed media, photography and woodwork. From contemporary pieces to timeless classics, their collection caters to every artistic palate. If you’re overwhelmed by choices for a gift, there’s always the option to pick up a gallery gift certificate. You can visit the gallery Monday through Sunday from 11 am to 5 pm.
58TH ANNUAL SNOWBALL DERBY AT FIVE FLAGS SPEEDWAY
Rev up your engines: the pinnacle of American short track racing, the ultimate contest of skill and grit, returns to Pensacola from December 4 to December 7. The annual Snowball Derby is presented by Flo Sports and features three days of rotating practice and qualifying rounds for derby fans and car enthusiasts alike to spectate. On December 7 it’s off to the races, as the big derby day showcases drivers and their cars circling 300 laps. Join Pensacola Sports and Five Flags Speedway for a race week filled with excitement!
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DECEMBER EVENTS IN SANTA ROSA COUNTY
Navarre Farmers’ Market/ Combs of Honey
Every Saturday | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
SR S87 & Segura Corner, Navarre, FL 32566
(across from Tractor Supply)
Come and explore a diverse range of local and fresh produce along with unique artisanal products. Here's a glimpse of what you can find:
• Fresh Produce: Locally grown fruits and vegetables
• Dairy: Raw milk and fresh eggs.
• Mushrooms: Various types of fresh mushrooms.
• Baked Goods: Sourdough bread, other bread varieties including gluten-free options.
• Beverages: Loose leaf tea, coffee.
• Gourmet Foods: pre-made frozen Italian meals.
• Herbs & Spices: Fresh and dried herbs and spices.
• Handcrafted Items: Handmade soaps, candles, crystals, and oils
• Snacks: Kettle corn.
• Plants: A selection of live plants and Fresh flowers
Navarre Beach Camping Resort Weekly Events Open To The Public
9201 Navarre Pkwy., Navarre, FL
• Yoga: Tuesday at 6 p.m. $10 cash only
• Line Dancing Lessons: Thursdays at 6 p.m. $6 cash only
• Card Bingo: Fridays at 6 p.m.
$8 cash only
• Trivia Night: Saturdays at 6 p.m.
$5 cash only
All activities and events require registration in advance with the office for entry instructions.
Navarre Car, Bike, Jeep & Truck Cruise-In at Andy D's
The 3rd Friday of Every Month | 5 – 7 p.m Andy D's on Navarre Beach
8649 Gulf Blvd., Navarre Beach, FL
Cruise into Andy D's on Navarre Beach.
Bring your classic car, truck, jeep or bike and enjoy live music on Andy D's Deck Stage and extended Happy Hour drink prices til 7 PM on the deck. Prizes for top entries. Co-Hosted by the Pirates on the Panhandle the 3rd Friday of every month all summer long!
Holley Hill Pottery and Art Studio Kiln Openings
Tuesdays – Saturdays | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
7507 Buckeye Dr., Navarre, FL
Holley Hill Pottery has been making pottery in Santa Rosa County for over 40 years. The artists of this local institution capture the lifestyle, scenery and sea life of the Gulf Coast using local clays and their own glaze formulas. Join Brenda, Marty and Jason as they fire and unload the large anagama kiln throughout the winter season. Their ceramics gallery is also open for tours and purchases.
Live Music at Juana’s Pagodas
Every Friday and Saturday | 8 p.m. – midnight 1451 Navarre Beach Cswy. Navarre Beach, FL
Join the Juana’s crew every weekend for live music on the deck! Admission is free. Events at Stripes Pub & Grill
Throughout December
1878 Andorra St., Navarre, FL
All major sporting events, UFC, live music, comedy shows and more.
Get ready for a night of fun and excitement at Bingo Night! Join us for an evening filled with laughter, friendly competition, and the chance to win some fabulous prizes! Whether you’re a seasoned bingo pro or a first-timer, this is the perfect opportunity to gather your friends and enjoy a fantastic night out. Grab your lucky dauber, enjoy some delicious food and drinks, and get ready to shout “Bingo!” as you mark those cards! Don’t miss out on the fun—come on out for an unforgettable night!
The Coral Door Outdoor Market
Saturdays | 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
1981 Hwy. 87, Navarre, FL
Join us at The Coral Door Outdoor Market!
We accept vendors who sell homemade, homecooked, homegrown items and non-profit organizations. We do not allow multi-level marketing, direct sales, selling of weapons and knives or political promotion and materials.
Live Music at Andy D’s on Navarre Beach Weekly (days and times vary)
8649 Gulf Blvd., Navarre, FL
Enjoy live music from local and regional talent on the deck at Andy D’s. Check the current schedule at facebook.com/andydsnavarrebeach.
Christmas Extravaganza at St. Michael's Brewing Co.
Thursday, Dec. 4 | 4 – 8 p.m.
2199 Hwy. 87, Navarre, FL
Christmas Extravaganza at St. Michaels Brewing Co.! Join us on Wednesday, Decem-
ber 4th from 5–8 PM for a holly jolly evening
full of holiday cheer! Enjoy festive brews, cozy vibes, and plenty of Christmas spirit. Don’t miss your chance to snap a photo with Santa himself! Be sure to reserve your spot for photos early—spaces fill up fast! $18 sitting fee and many packages offered, or buy all digital photos for $25. Grab your friends, family, and ugly sweaters, and let’s make it a night to remember at St. Michaels Brewing Co.!
Highway 87 Market at Sand Dollar Plaza
December 6 & 20 | 9 a.m.
1900 Hwy. 87, Navarre, FL
Highway 87 Market is an outdoor market, held on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month, across multiple venues. Enjoy a wide variety of booths offering food items, art, decor, and more. Additionally, the merchants of Sand Dollar Plaza will be featuring various products and specials, as they do each week for Sand Dollar Saturday.
Highway 87 Outdoor Market at Pik-itz
December 6 & 20 | 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
1922 Hwy. 87, Navarre, FL
This monthly outdoor market takes place on the first and third Saturday of each month. Farm to Table vendors are available along with various arts and crafts. Don’t miss out on shopping inside Pik-itz! For more info, visit pikitz.com or call 850-710-7128.
Sowell's North Pole
December 1 – 25 | 5:30 – 9 p.m.
7654 Sowell Rd., Milton, FL
Christmas is always filled with family traditions; some are passed on for years like our award winning light display and others are new! Whether you and your family have been exploring our magical world of over ONE MILLION lights for years or it's your first time visiting, we know that you will enjoy a site light you've never seen before!
Come enjoy train rides, photos with Santa, camel rides and more! Our elves are hard at work in the elf shack to provide Hot Cocoa, Pop Corn, and other holiday snacks.
COST OF ENTRY: $20 per vehicle
Train tickets: $3 per person
Cash accepted at gate OR prepurchase (card) ONLINE
Wine Down Wednesdays BINGO at The Vine
Wine Bar + Bistro
Wednesdays in December | 6 – 8 p.m.
8211 Navarre Pkwy., Navarre, FL
Free and prizes for every winner!
Movie in the Parks: The Polar Express
Tuesday, Dec. 16 | 6 p.m.
Navarre Park, 8513 Navarre Parkway in Navarre
Bring blankets or lawn chairs for a funfilled evening of entertainment. Local food truck vendors will be on-site, and movies will be shown on a large outdoor screen, creating a theater-like experience in the heart of Santa Rosa County's beloved parks. This is a free event; visitors are responsible for purchases from food trucks.
Light Up Milton
Friday, Dec. 5 | 5 – 9 p.m.
5158 Willing St., Downtown Milton, FL
The City of Milton's winter festival! Light Up Milton is the first time each year that the City's Christmas lights are turned on. The event features Santa Claus at the South Riverwalk Pavilion, a tree-lighting ceremony near the Imogene Theater, a lighted boat parade hosted by the Blackwater Pyrates, a winter market, fireworks, food trucks, and more!
Jingle All the Slay: A Murder Mystery Dinner
Friday, Dec. 5 | 6:30 – 9 p.m.
Andy D's Roadhouse, 5887 Hwy. 90, Pace, FL
The elves have all gathered for their annual Christmas Eve send-off bash for Santa’s big ride! But when Ol’ Saint Nick is found murdered–it’s up to you, Detective Gunn, and a partridge in a pear tree to solve this Yule Tide whodunnit! Your $50 ticket will include one app, one entree, and one beverage from a select menu. Fun for the whole family!
Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and the dinner show begins at 7:00 p.m.
4th Annual Reindeer Run 3K at Mistletoe Junction (Gazebo Park)
Saturday, Dec. 6 | 8 a.m.
5287 Commerce Street, Jay, FL 32565
COME JOIN THE FUN AT THE REINDEER RUN! The Joy in Jay Committee is happy to announce the addition of a fun run to the annual events! The course covers a distance of approximately 3K (1.8 miles). You can choose to run or walk the course and have fun doing it. The event will start and end at Mistletoe Junction. Start time is 8 a.m. and you can register on-line at active.com or at the Gazebo on the event day beginning at 7 a.m. Event Day Registration ends at 7:45 a.m.. Only registered participants are guaranteed a t-shirt. Event Day registration t-shirts will be first-come, firstserved. So, register early! Registration forms will be available at the Jay City Hall before the event.
Christmas Parade and Joy in Jay Festival
Saturday, Dec. 6 | 10 a.m.
Commerce Street, Jay, FL 32565
Join Joy in Jay for the annual Christmas parade - a hometown tradition filled with plenty of small-town holiday magic. Bring the whole family to enjoy the festive sights and sounds as the parade makes its way down the street. When the last float passes by, the celebration continues at the Joy in Jay Festival! Stick around for the unmistakable community spirit that makes Jay shine!
Rockin' Around Pace Christmas Parade presented by Pace High Band
Saturday, Dec. 6 | 10 a.m.
Parade starts at Pace High School, 4065 Norris Road, Pace, FL
Mark your calendars! On Saturday, Dec. 6 at 10 a.m., the second annual Pace Christmas Parade rolls out, proudly presented by the Pride of the Red, White, and Blue – the PHS Band! The parade starts at Pace High School on Norris Road, turns south on Chumuckla Highway, then onto Pace Road to Pace Patriot Boulevard, where it will end behind Pace High School.
Milton Christmas Parade
Saturday, Dec. 6 | 6 p.m.
Parade route: James Street to Stewart Street to Elva Street
Get ready to light up the streets and spread some holiday cheer—the Magic Wand Initiative is thrilled to announce this year’s Christmas Parade Theme: “Chevy Chase’s National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation!" Grab your lights, your Santa hats, and maybe even your Cousin Eddie costumes—it’s time to bring the laughter, love, and chaos of this holiday classic to life right here in Milton!
Joy in Jay Cookie Crawl
Thursday, Dec. 11 | 6 - 8 p.m.
Jay Community Center
5259 Booker Lane, Jay, FL 32565
Bring your sweet tooth and your holiday cheer for the annual Cookie Crawl! Hop from table to table sampling delicious homemade cookies, meeting neighbors, and soaking up the cozy Christmas atmosphere. Gather your friends and discover your new favorite holiday treat!
The Jingle Bell Open
Saturday, Dec. 13 | 11 a.m.
Stonebrook Golf Course
3200 Cobblestone Dr., Pace, FL
The 2025 Jingle Bell Open is officially registering! Join us Saturday, December 13, for our annual multi-format, festive tournament with food, fun, and prizes! Register your team of two with the shop - we have both open and mixed divisions. And after the round, check out our Golf Shop Holiday Open House. Details to come! The registration form is available in the shop. Please prepay with registration to guarantee your spot.
Tempt your taste buds and come hungry at the Fall Navarre Market at Navarre Park. There will be food trucks, vendors, live entertainment and a bounce house for the kids. Christmas on the Farm
Saturday, Dec. 13 | 2 – 6 p.m.
The BarnYard, 2541 Renfroe Rd., Pace, FL
Join us for a festive day full of holiday cheer—with a little mischief mixed in! Handson fun at our Petting Farm, The Party Poopers! Cozy fire, Hot Cocoa & Cider, with yummy treats! Santa letters and arts & craft corner! Hay rides on the farm shuttle to & from the parking area to the farm! Santa Rosa County Sheriff's Office! A visit from a very special guest… The Grinch! (He might try to steal Christmas, but we’ll keep him busy with goats and giggles!) And maybe even a visit from the big guy in red & white himself!
Special Brunch menu, holiday drink specials, bounce house for the kids, face painting and photos with Santa. Santa Express
Saturday, Dec. 20 | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
West Florida Railroad Museum
5003 Henry St, Milton, FL
All aboard the Santa Express! Bring the family our for pictures with Santa, train rides and kid's crafts. Enjoy hot cocoa and cookies while exploring the L&N train depot and model train displays.
New Year's Eve Celebration
Wednesday, Dec. 31 | 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 a.m.
WIndjammers on the Pier 8579 Gulf Blvd., Navarre Beach, FL
• Live Music: Tribe Zion (8:30 PM – 12:30 AM)
• Fireworks & Turtle Drop at midnight!
• Wristbands will be distributed after 8:30 PM for those in the Windjammers footprint.
• Tribe Zion hosted by Windjammers on the Pier Fireworks hosted by Navarre Beach –Florida's Panhandle Turtle Drop hosted by Navarre Beach Area Chamber of Commerce
Penguin Plunge N’ Paddle Thursday, Jan. 1 | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. 1451 Navarre Beach Cswy., Navarre Beach, FL 17th Annual Penguin Plunge'n Paddle to support Gulf Coast Kiln Walk Society! SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
9 a.m. - Noon: Final registration & packet pickup in the Club
• 10 a.m. - Noon: Bloody Mary Bar
• 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.: Live music with BT Turner
• 12:30 p.m.: Paddle board Adventure Course
• 1:30 p.m.: Plunge
• 2 - 4 p.m.: Party with food & drink
• 3:30 p.m.: Raffle
WAHOOS WINTER NIGHTS
Blue Wahoos Stadium is lighting up some Christmas cheer with first-ever Wahoos Winter Nights, an immersive holiday light show in partnership with Nights in Lights, a Mobile-based company that has brought radiance and joy to audiences across the Gulf Coast. The walk-through holiday light display will be open Friday-Sundays from 6 to 9 pm, and every day from December 19 through December 23. The event will feature community Christmas trees, festive food and drinks, holiday music, and visits from Santa every night (checking his list for who’s naughty or nice!) Every Sunday a holiday-themed movie will be shown on the outfield videoboard, starting with Elf, Home Alone then The Grinch
13TH ANNUAL USO RUNWAY 5K
Race the runway at Pensacola International Airport while supporting our local military community kicking off at 10 am on December 6. All registered participants receive an event t-shirt and race bib with their official timing of crossing the finish line. All proceeds benefit the USO of Northwest Florida. This year, you can go the extra mile for our local heroes and choose to purchase an additional race entry to be gifted to a local service member. Your sponsorship gives them the opportunity to join the fun and experience race day alongside the community they serve. Race week registration starts at $45 and kids under 10 run/walk for free with a paid parent or guardian.
COUNTY SEEKS APPLICATIONS FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Escambia County Board of County Commissioners is soliciting applications for persons interested to serve as a representative to the Escambia-Pensacola Affordable Housing Advisory Committee. All applications must be received no later than 3 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 12 for consideration.
Citizens interested in serving should complete an application online or request a form via email at NED@myescambia. com. Completed applications should be forwarded to:
Escambia County Neighborhood and Human Services Department
Neighborhood Enterprise Division/AHAC
Attn: Garett R. Griffin
221 Palafox Place, Suite 305
Pensacola, FL 32502
Please note that applications submitted for consideration are subject to public records requests and are included in Escambia County Commission meeting information, including the agenda and official meeting minutes.
The committee was established per F.S. 420.9076 for the purpose of reviewing affordable housing incentives available within the county and to make recommendations concerning those incentives to the Escambia County Board of County Commissioners and Pensacola City Council. The committee will also help in the development of the Local Housing Assistance Plan for the State Housing Initiatives Partnership program.
The Board is seeking to fill seven slots from the following categories:
• One citizen who is actively engaged in the residential home building industry in connection with affordable housing
• One citizen who is actively engaged in the banking or mortgage industry
• One citizen who is a representative of those areas of labor actively engaged in home building in connection with affordable housing
• One citizen who is actively engaged as an advocate for low-income persons in connection with affordable housing
Opening Doors Northwest Florida and Escambia County are seeking volunteers to participate in the 2026 Point-in-Time Count, an annual event that collects valuable information to help individuals experiencing homelessness in the community.
The annual Point-in-Time Count is a nationwide count of sheltered and unsheltered people experiencing homelessness on a single night in January. Data for the PIT count is submitted each year to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, or HUD.
Through the Point-in-Time Count, volunteers help collect information about those experiencing homelessness, which helps direct resources and services to those in need. The PIT Count helps create a clearer picture of homelessness, which helps local organizations identify trends and changes in homelessness, advocate for additional resources and support, and improve local programs and services.
The Point-in-Time Count will take place Tuesday, Jan. 27 through Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026 in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties. For more information, visit the website myescambia.com/PIT.
Interested volunteers are invited to attend one of the following training sessions:
• Monday, Dec. 8 and Wednesday, Dec. 10
○ 9-10:30 a.m.
○ Escambia County Public Safety, 6575 N. "W" St., Pensacola
• Tuesday, Jan. 13 and Thursday, Jan. 15
○ 5:30-7 p.m.
○ Opening Doors Northwest Florida, 1020 N. New Warrington Road, Pensacola
Volunteers can also participate by spreading the word and donating basic need items for care bags. Most-needed care bag items include rain ponchos, emergency blankets, hand warmers, hats and gloves, snacks (non-perishable preferred, canned or wrapped, easy to chew), and hygiene items (Band-Aids, hand lotion, lip balm, toothpaste, toothbrushes - no hand sanitizer).
Donations can also be dropped off at the following locations:
• One citizen who is actively engaged as a for-profit provider of affordable housing
• One citizen who is actively engaged as a real estate professional in connection with affordable housing
• One citizen who is actively engaged as a not-for-profit provider of affordable housing
• Citizen who resides in Escambia County
• One citizen who represents employers within the jurisdiction
• One citizen who actively serves on the local planning agency
• One citizen that represents essential personnel, which is defined as individuals permanently employed by a company or organization located within Escambia County, the City of Pensacola or the Town of Century as:
○ Local or state law enforcement; fire, rescue, and emergency services; public safety and emergency management
○ Teachers, educators, and school district personnel in the public, private, or university systems
○ Healthcare professionals and support personnel
○ Tourism industry professionals and employees
○ Judicial/court system management and support personnel
○ Skilled building trades personnel
The AHAC must have at least 8 and no more than 11 members representing at least six categories identified in the statute. Per statute, the local government(s) must also appoint an elected official to the committee. Both Escambia County and the City of Pensacola have chosen to appoint a representative.
The committee will meet monthly during review and development of the affordable housing incentives and the new Local Housing Assistance Plan and at least quarterly thereafter. Members will serve three-year terms unless a position is filled mid three-year cycle. Positions will be recommended to the board for approval in January.
Community Centers:
• Barrineau Park Community Center, 6055
Barrineau Park School Road, Molino
• Beulah Senior Citizens Center, 7425
Woodside Drive, Pensacola
• Brownsville Community Center, 3200 W. De Soto St., Pensacola
• Ebonwood Community Center, 3511 W. Scott St.
• Marie K. Young-Wedgewood Community Center, 6405 Wagner Road, Pensacola
• Molino Community Center, 6450 Highway 95-A North, Molino
• Wesco Senior Center, 904 N. 57th Ave., Pensacola
Libraries:
• Brownsville, 3300 W. De Soto St., Pensacola
• Bellview, 6425 Mobile Highway, Pensacola
• Century, 7991 N. Century Blvd., Century
• Pensacola, 239 N. Spring St., Pensacola
• Southwest, 12248 Gulf Beach Highway, Pensacola
• Tryon, 1200 Langley Ave., Pensacola
• Westside, 1301 W. Gregory St., Pensacola
Other Locations:
• CareerSource Escarosa, 7995 N. Century Blvd., Century
• CareerSource Escarosa, 5725 Highway 90, Milton
• CareerSource Escarosa, 6913 N. 9th Ave., Pensacola
Offentsive, 5548 Kim Drive, Milton
• Pensacola City Hall, 222 W. Main St., Pensacola
• Pensacola Police Department, 711 N. Hayne St., Pensacola
• Tender Hearts Caring Hands, 1716 E. Olive Road, Pensacola
• YMCA, 165 E. Intendencia St., Pensacola
The community is also invited to the 2026 I-Count Homeless Connect Event on Thursday, Jan. 29 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Brownsville Community Center, located at 3200 W. De Soto St. This free, one-day, onestop shop will provide services to people experiencing homelessness in the Escambia County community.
VOLUNTEER SOUGHT FOR THE DISABILITY AWARENESS COMMITTEE
The Escambia County Board of County Commissioners is seeking county residents interested in volunteering for an appointment to the Escambia County Disability Awareness Committee, established by the board during its regular meeting on October 17, 2013.
Escambia County residents interested in serving on the committee are asked to submit a resume by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 9.
Resumes should be emailed to boardapply@ myescambia.com or mailed to:
Jose Gochez, County Administration
Operations Manager
Escambia County Board of County Commissioners
221 Palafox Place
Pensacola, FL 32502
Please note that resumes submitted for consideration are subject to public records requests and are included in Escambia County
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Commission meeting information, including the agenda and official meeting minutes.
The purpose of the committee is to make recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners regarding issues relating to the disabled community and any other issues requested by the board. The committee is composed of seven voting members, and all members of the committee must be electors of Escambia County. Each commissioner on the Board of County Commissioners appoints one member to the committee, and each member serves concurrently with his or her appointing commissioner’s term. The board collectively appoints two at-large members, who each serve a four-year term.
There are four meetings scheduled each year on the third Wednesday of the month. Meetings begin at 2 p.m. and typically last until 4 p.m. Special meetings may be scheduled if needed. There is no travel required.
DIAZ JR. NAMED THE SOLE FINALIST FOR UNIVERSITY OF WEST FLORIDA PRESIDENT
The University of West Florida Presidential Search Committee has selected Manny Diaz Jr. as the sole finalist for the UWF Board of Trustees to consider as the University’s seventh president.
“The Presidential Search Committee worked diligently to recommend the best candidate to serve as UWF’s next president,” said Zack Smith, chair of the UWF Presidential Search Committee. “After reviewing all of the applicants and conducting in-person interviews, it became clear that Interim President Diaz’s experiences of working in higher education, shaping education policy in the Florida Legislature, and serving on the State University System of Florida Board of Governors — while also serving as Florida’s Education Commissioner — have uniquely prepared him to be UWF’s next president.”
Diaz has served as interim president of UWF since July 2025 and brings a record of leadership in education policy, organizational strategy and initiatives focused on student success and innovation. He is a lifelong educator, whose career spans roles as a teacher, coach, assistant principal and chief operating officer of Doral College, followed by
Time to check off some holiday shopping off your list while supporting a vital cause: Rally Foundation will present their annual Holiday Shopping Soiree with participating local vendors, and a percentage of the sales will benefit Rally’s mission to fund better treatments with fewer long-term side effects for children with cancer. Friday, December 5, will be
service as Florida’s Commissioner of Education and a member of the Board of Governors.
Prior to his appointment as commissioner, he served in the Florida House and Senate, where he became a leading voice on education policy and sponsored numerous initiatives supporting students, families and teachers.
The presidential search committee process followed state law and Florida Board of Governors’ regulation to include stakeholder input; the development of a position profile; marketing of the position; identifying and screening the most qualified candidates; and then recommending a finalist to the Board of Trustees for consideration.
The UWF Board of Trustees is responsible for selecting the University President, whose appointment is then subject to confirmation by the Florida Board of Governors.
As a next step in the process, the University will host an open public forum with Diaz, as well as an interview with the UWF Board Of Trustees. These meetings will be open to the campus community and general public, as well as livestreamed via WUWF. For more information on the UWF Presidential Search, visit uwf.edu/presidentialsearch.
tute in downtown Pensacola featuring local vendors like Bodacious Shops, Rusted Arrow Mercantile and Bluetique. Enjoy free entry with complimentary champagne, delicious bites, live DJ, celebrity gift wrapping and more. The first 125 guests will receive a special swag bag. Saturday, December 6, you’re encouraged to visit downtown businesses such as Artesana, Colette Boutique and Innerlight.
Notice of Sale
NOTICE OF SELF STORAGE SALE
Please take notice Old Milltown Storage located at 6250 Stewart St Milton FL 32570 intends to hold a sale to sell the property stored at the Facility by the below list of Occupants who are in default at an Auction. The sale will occur as an online auction via www. storagetreasures.com on 12/13/2025 at 12:00
PM. Unless stated otherwise the description of the contents are household goods, furnishings and garage essentials. Tyler Patterson unit #1001; Danilu L Nelson unit #1121. This sale may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Certain terms and conditions apply. See manager for details.
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Notice to Creditors
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR SANTA ROSA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION INRE: Estate of JEANNINE P. SAMUELS, Deceased.
Case No. 2025-CP-612 Division “U” NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the Estate of JEANNINE P. SAMUELS, deceased (the “Decedent”), whose date of death was September 24, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court of Santa Rosa County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is Santa Rosa County Clerk of Court, Attn: Probate Division 4025 Avalon Blvd, Milton, FL 32583. The names and addresses of the Personal Representative and the Personal Representative’s attorneys are set forth below.
All creditors of the Decedent and other persons having claims or demands against Decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
The Personal Representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the Decedent’s death by the Decedent or the Decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of the first publication of this Notice is December 3, 2025.
ATTORNEY FOR PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE
RICHARD N. SHERRILL Florida Bar No.: 172812
KATHERINE WU Florida Bar No.: 1049565
CLARK PARTINGTON 125 East Intendencia Street Pensacola, FL 32502
P.O.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is served within three months after the date of the first publication of this notice must file their claims with the Court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent must file their claims with this Court WITHIN THREE MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS AND DEMANDS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
The date of the first publication of this Notice is November 26, 2025.
Personal Representative: James Floyd Cash 7243 SW 61st Place Ocala, FL 34474
Attorney for Personal Representative: R. Hadley Sanders, III, Esq. Florida Bar No.: 74414 Hadley Sanders, P.A. 314 South Baylen St., Suite 112 Pensacola, FL 32502 Phone: (850) 466-8349 Email: rhs@hadleysanderslaw.com
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: Estate of MARILYN J. RUSSELL, Deceased.
Case No. 2025-CP-1627 Division “U”
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the Estate of MARILYN J. RUSSELL, deceased (the “Decedent”), whose date of death was October 14, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court of Escambia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is Escambia County Clerk of Court, Attn: Probate Division, 190 West Government Street, Pensacola, Florida 32502. The names and addresses of the Co-Personal Representatives and the CoPersonal Representatives’ attorneys are set forth below.
All creditors of the Decedent and other persons having claims or demands against Decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
The Personal Representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the Decedent’s death by the Decedent or the Decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED
TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of the first publication of this Notice is December 3, 2025.
ATTORNEY FOR CO-PERSONAL
REPRESENTATIVES
RICHARD N. SHERRILL Florida Bar No.: 172812
KATHERINE WU Florida Bar No.: 1049565
CLARK PARTINGTON 125 East Intendencia Street Pensacola, FL 32502
DONALD E. RUSSELL JR. 1701 E. Gonzalez Street Pensacola, FL 32501
CO-PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE KATHRYN RUSSELL DYLESKI 204 County Road 9011 Mentone, AL 35984
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR SANTA ROSA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF KIMBERLY KAY BASSETT, Deceased.
File No. 2025-CP-579
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of KIMBERLY KAY BASSETT, deceased, whose date of death was August 24, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for SANTA ROSA County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 4025 Avalon Blvd, Milton, FL 32583
The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the clerk.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is November 26, 2025.
Attorney for Personal Representative: Kerry Anne Schultz
Personal Representative: Cassidy Kay Bassett 511 Main Street Destin, Florida 32541
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR SANTA ROSA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF JOSEPH MARCUS CONCANNON, Deceased.
File No. 2025-CP-589
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of JOSEPH MARCUS CONCANNON, deceased, whose date of death was July 4, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Santa Rosa County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 4025 Avalon Blvd., Milton, FL 32583. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the clerk. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is November 26, 2025.
Attorney for Personal Representative: Kerry Anne Schultz
362 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Unit 181 Gulf Breeze Florida 32561
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR SANTA ROSA COUNTY, FLORIDA
IN RE: ESTATE OF IRENE KNIGHT, Deceased.
File No.:2025 CP 621
Division:D
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
If you have been served with a copy of this notice and you have any claim or demand against the decedent’s estate, even if that claim is unmatured, contingent, or unliquidated, you must file your claim with the court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF A DATE THAT IS 3 MONTHS AFTER THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER YOU RECEIVE A COPY OF THIS NOTICE.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons who have claims or demands against the decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent, or unliquidated claims, must file their claims with the court ON OR BEFORE THE DATE THIS IS 3 MONTHS AFTER THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702, FLORIDA STATUTES, WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
EVEN IF A CLAIM IS NOT BARRED BY THE LIMITATIONS DESRIBED ABOVE, ALL CLAIMS THAT HAVE NOT BEEN FILED WILL BE BARRED TWO YEARS AFTER DECEDENT’S DEATH. The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death At as described in sections 732.216–732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under section 732.2211, Florida Statues.
The address of the court where the probate is pending is 4025 Avalon Blvd., Milton, FL 32583.
The date of death of the decedent is March 16, 2025.
The date of first publication of this notice is November 26, 2025.
Christine A. Kelly Attorney for Petitioner Florida Bar No.: 81694 Emmanuel, Sheppard, & Condon 30 S. Spring St. Pensacola, FL 32502 (850) 432-6977 ckelly@esclaw.com mcrooke@esclaw.com jgonzalez@esclaw.com
Sandra Bush Petitioner 4766 Landmark Ln. Pace, FL 32571 2WR11/26-12/3NTC
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: THE ESTATE OF MINNIE H. RAST, Deceased
CASE NO. 2025 CP 001421 PROBATE DIVISION
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the Estate of MINNIE H. RAST, deceased, whose date of death was July 25, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Escambia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is: 190 W Government Street, Pensacola, Florida. The names and addresses of the Personal Representatives and the Personal Representatives’ attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the Decedent and other persons having claims or demands against Decedent’s estate, on whom a copy of this notice is served, must file their claims with this Court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE, OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the Decedent and other persons having claims or demands against Decedent’s estate, must file their claims with this Court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOT WITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of the first publication of this Notice is November 26, 2025.
Attorney for Personal Representatives: H. William Wasden, Esquire Burr & Forman LLP 11 N. Water Street, Suite 22200 Mobile, AL 36602 (251) 344-5151
Personal Representative: Martha Rast DeBuys 2515 Lanark Road Birmingham, Alabama 35223
Nan Rast Lauten 161 South McGregor Ave Mobile, Alabama 36608
Jane Rast Arendall 2513 Lanark Road Birmingham, AL 35223 2WR11/26-12/3NTC
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF JAMES MICHAEL WALDROUP, Deceased.
FILE NO.: 2025 CP 001560
DIVISION:
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the Estate of James Michael Waldroup, deceased, File Number 2025 CP 001560, is pending in the Circuit Court for Escambia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 190 Government Street, Pensacola, Florida 32501. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, on whom a copy of this notice is served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
The date of first publication of this Notice is December 3, 2025 Tenice Sue Kendrick 521 Williams Ditch RoadCantonment, Florida 32533
JOSEPH W.C. BOYLES, ESQUIRE Attorney at Law 212 W. Cervantes Street (32501) Pensacola, FL 32501 (850) 433-9225 FLORIDA BAR #14188 Attorney for Personal Representative jwcb@boylesandboyleslaw.com jennifer@boylesandboyleslaw.com 2WR12/3-12/10NTC
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR SANTA ROSA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: THE ESTATE OF SHIRLEY JEAN WILSON, Deceased.
Case No.: 2025 CP 502 NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of SHIRLEY JEAN WILSON, deceased, whose date of death was April 7, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Escambia County, Florida, Probate Division, File No: 2025 CP 502, the address of which is 190 Governmental Center, Pensacola, Florida 32502. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM
held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is November
PUBLIC NOTICES
All creditors of the decedent and other persons, having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served, must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE IS November 26, 2025.
Attorney for Personal Representative
/s William A. Bond
William A. Bond (FBN: 0013135) J. Mitchell de Kozan (FBN: 1018413) McDonald Fleming LLP
Attorneys for Personal Representative
719 S. Palafox Street Pensacola, FL 32502 (850) 202-8533; (850) 696-1850 (facsimile) wabond@pensacolalaw.com jmdekozan@pensacolalaw.com
Personal Representative /s Debbie S. Jones
Debbie S. Jones 8013 Highway 87 N Milton, FL 32570
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR SANTA ROSA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF JOHN FAIRMAN MAGEE Deceased.
File No. 2025-CP-487 Division D NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of John Fairman Magee, deceased, whose date of death was May 27, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Santa Rosa County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 4025 Avalon Blvd., Milton, Florida 32583. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is November 26, 2025.
Personal Representative:
J. Starr 9161 Iron Gate Boulevard
Attorney for Personal Representative: Oscar J. Locklin, Esq. E-mail Addresses: olocklin@ljslawfirm.com,
The administration of the estate of James Franklin Brown, deceased, whose date of death was September 27, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Santa Rosa County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 4025 Avalon Blvd, Milton, Florida 32583. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is November 26, 2025.
Personal Representative: Gloria Buice 4873 Laurel Oak Drive Pace, Florida 32571
Attorney for Personal Representative: Angela J. Jones E-mail Addresses: ajjones@ljslawfirm.com, serviceprobate@ljslawfirm.com Florida Bar No. 096441 Locklin, Saba, Locklin & Jones, P.A. 4557 Chumuckla Highway Pace, Florida 32571 Telephone: (850) 995-1102
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR SANTA ROSA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF ELSA CANARIA CLEPPER Deceased.
File No. 2025-CP-559 Division D NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of Elsa Canaria Clepper, deceased, whose date of death was July 22, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Santa Rosa County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 4025 Avalon Blvd, Milton, Florida 32583. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is December 3, 2025.
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR SANTA ROSA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF CHRIS EDWARD DURFEY Deceased.
File No. 25-CP-626 Division D NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of Chris Edward Durfey, deceased, whose date of death was October 13, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Santa Rosa County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 4025 Avalon Blvd, Milton, Florida 32583. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is December 3, 2025.
Personal Representative: Amanda Brown 2142 Watertown Place Clarksville, Tennessee 37043
Attorney for Personal Representative: Oscar J. Locklin E-mail Addresses: olocklin@ljslawfirm.com, serviceprobate@ljslawfirm.com
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF MARJORIE A. JOHNSON aka MARJORIE AVOLEEN
JOHNSON Deceased.
File No.: 2025-CP-001456
Division: PROBATE
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of MARJORIE A. JOHNSON aka MARJORIE AVOLEEN
JOHNSON, deceased, whose date of death was July 13, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Escambia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 190 W. Government St, Pensacola, FL 32502. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
The date of first publication of this notice is December 3, 2025.
Attorney for Personal Representative: Ruby C. Montes, Esq.
Attorney Florida Bar Number
350 E. Robertson Street Brandon, Florida 33511
Telephone: (813) 252-8667
E-Mail: ruby@heiresslaw.com
Secondary E-Mail: cindy@heiresslaw.com
Personal Representative: Timothy Johnson Timothy Johnson 2952 East Highway 98 Panama City, FL 32401
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF JOSEPH CLARENCE SMITH, JR., Deceased.
File No.: 2025 CP 000749 Division: U NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of JOSEPH CLARENCE SMITH, JR., deceased, whose date of death was July 30, 2024, is pending in the Circuit Court for Escambia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 190 West Government Street, Pensacola, Florida 32502. The name and address of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is November 26, 2025.
Attorney for Personal Representative: /s/ Lauren A. Merritt
LAUREN A. MERRITT Lauren A. Merritt, P.A. Florida Bar Number: 1017893
105 S. De Villiers Street Pensacola, FL 32502
Telephone: (850) 741-2999
Fax: (850) 466-0956
E-Mail: lauren@laurenmerrittlaw.com
Personal Representative: /s/ Alvin K. Ahn
ALVIN K. AHN 8398 Ferlon Avenue Pensacola, FL 32526
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF JIMMY LEE TIPPIE MONROE Deceased.
File No. 2025 CP 1638 Division Probate
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of JIMMY LEE TIPPIE MONROE, deceased, whose date of death was April 11, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for ESCAMBIA County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 190 W. Government Street Pensacola, FL 32502. The names and addresses of the personal representatives and the personal representatives’ attorney are set forth below.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is November 26, 2025 .
Attorney for Personal Representatives: Virginia C. Ralls
Attorney Florida Bar Number: 123910
Chase & Ralls, PLC 101 East Government Street Pensacola, FL 32502
Telephone: (850) 434-3601
Fax: (850) 607-2196
E-Mail: vralls@chaseattorneys.com
Secondary E-Mail: hburleson@chaseattorneys.com
Personal Representatives: KERRI MARJORIE HUTCHINSON 4730 FISH EAGLE COURT PENSACOLA, Florida 32507
RICHARD DWAYNE MONROE 4685 CHRISTY DRIVE PENSACOLA, Florida 32504
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF JACK SCOTT CANDLAND File No. 2025-CP-1598 Division: U
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of Jack Scott Candland, deceased, whose date of death was September 26, 2025, and whose Social Security Number is available upon request, is pending in the Circuit Court for Escambia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is Escambia County Clerk of Court, Attn: Probate, P.O. Box 333, Pensacola, Florida 32591-0333. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is Wednesday, November 26, 2025.
Attorney for Personal Representative: /s/ Nicholas R. Medley Nicholas R. Medley Attorney for Personal Representative FL Bar #: 107194 Medley Law Firm 714 N. Spring Street Pensacola, FL 32501 Telephone: (850) 607-7890 Fax: (850) 254-7872 nicholas@medleyelderlaw.com
Personal Representative: Gleebpaca Candland 7140 Belgium Circle Pensacola, FL 32526 2WR11/26-12/3NTC
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF DONALD WAYNE ANDERSON, Deceased.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR SANTA ROSA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
Personal Representative: Catherine Rutherford 5668 Tom Sawyer Road Milton, Florida 32583
Attorney for Personal Representative: Oscar Locklin E-mail Addresses: olocklin@ljslawfirm.com, serviceprobate@ljslawfirm.com
The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the clerk.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the clerk.
File No. 2025 CP 001628 Division T NOTICE TO CREDITORS (formal administration)
The administration of the estate of Donald Wayne Anderson, deceased, whose date of death was September 9, 2022, is pending in the Circuit Court for Escambia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 190 W. Government Street, Pensacola, FL 32502. The names and addresses of the petitioners and the petitioner’s attorneys are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE
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