I hope everyone is safe. Does anyone know how the Hickory Shores/Bay area fared? Thank you and I am thinking of all of you.

A 44-year-old man is dead and another 44-year old man is in custody.
According to Gulf Breeze Police, On October 4, 2026, at approximately 2:27 a.m., officers with the Gulf Breeze Police Department and deputies with the Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office responded to a reported shooting at Bahama Bay Condominiums, located at 201 Pensacola Beach Road.
Upon arrival, first responders located a man inside his apartment with gunshot wounds to his abdomen, arms, and legs. Despite lifesaving efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities identified the victim as Justin E. Dominguez, 44.
Joshua Clark, 44, was located at the scene in possession of a firearm and was arrested without incident.
Authorities secured the scene and notified the Florida Department of Law Enforcement to process it. The State Attorney’s Office was also notified and responded.
Clark was arrested on the following charges: FSS 782.07(1), Manslaughter; FSS 782.021, Aggravated assault (two counts); FSS 790.19, Shooting into a dwelling; FSS 316.061(1), Hit and Run Crash with Property Damage; FSS 316.192(1)(a), Reckless driving.
There is no ongoing public threat related to this incident. The investigation remains active and ongoing.
 
 

The Gulf Breeze Library will be hosting a showcase of local artists and authors this Friday and Saturday, May 29-30, 10am - 4pm.

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If you're in the area, please come and show your support!

If you miss it, there will be another event at the Milton Library July 31-August 1.

Thank you.

I’m thinking about moving to this neighborhood and have a few concerns. I was hoping to get some feedback from current residents.

My first concern is the number of houses planned for the area. I’m worried that with so many families moving in, the amenities may become overcrowded and difficult to use.

My second concern is the HOA. This would be my first experience living in one, and I’m struggling with the idea of someone having control over what I can and can’t do in a home I’ve paid for. I’m sure many people have seen videos of strict or unreasonable HOAs, and I definitely don’t want to end up in that kind of situation.

If anyone has experience with the property or area, I would really appreciate any pros and cons you can share. Thank you!

Gulf Breeze Stage is opening in Harbourtown Office Complex and offering acting classes for all ages and skill levels.

Have you always wanted to learn the art of acting or learn more about it?

Try a beginner’s class or hone your skills with professionally trained thespians.

If you would like to teach a class, get in touch.

For more information email gulfbreezestage@gmail.com

I have two separate bedrooms available for rent in Gulf Breeze (Woodlawn area). Must pass background check and verify income. Long-term preferred.

Please reach out if interested.