Some of North America’s top high-performance sailors will be in Pensacola later this month for the 2026 Viper 640 North American Championship.
Hosted by the Pensacola Yacht Club, the event will run from Sept. 30 through Oct. 4.
The championship is expected to draw 35 to 40 Viper 640s and sailors from across North America for five days of competition on Pensacola Bay.
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District 4 continues pattern of one-term commissioners
No one has held Santa Rosa County’s District 4 commission seat for more than one term in the past 16 years, something no other district shares.
Three things you need to know ahead of Santa Rosa’s commission meeting
Santa Rosa County will hold a Board of County Commissioners meeting on Sept. 22 at 8:30 a.m. at the Santa Rosa County Administrative Building in Milton. The county calendar confirms the regular meeting for that date and time.
$8.3 million low bid submitted for Navarre Beach Boardwalk, public workshop scheduled for Oct. 19
Santa Rosa County has received a low bid of more than $8.3 million for the proposed Navarre Beach Boardwalk, a project that has dominated public comment at county meetings for nearly a month.
Tourism agency chief touts marketing for travelers ‘tightening their belts’
(By Jim Turner) Visit Florida President and CEO Bryan Griffin this week highlighted his staff’s work to keep tourism close to record numbers as travelers have been “tightening their belts.”
A recent report from the agency showed tourism was down 1.4 percent over the first half of the year compared with the same point in 2025, when the state handled about 74.5 million of its record 143.3 million visitors.
Shoutout to the ladies at The Boardwalk Shop
These ladies are the kindest. We stopped for batteries and they didn’t have any to sell. But the kind lady went to the back office and gave us 2 batteries that she had. They also gave us shell finding tips and clues to find the Mermaid Mailbox! These ladies are a fine example of the Navarre community and one of the reasons we love traveling from Pittsburgh, PA to this beautiful place!
Shoutout to Autism Pensacola 2025 Connecting The Pieces Gala
Autism Pensacola’s 19th Annual Connecting the Pieces Gala is Thursday, April 10, 2025, at Sanders Beach-Corrine Jones Community Center. The event features a silent auction, music by the Dharma Beats, a walkabout menu-tasting provided by local chefs and restaurants, signature cocktails and a brief program. All proceeds of the Connecting the Pieces Gala support Autism Pensacola’s outreach efforts to serve children and families affected by autism in the local community.
Shoutout to Deb’s Coffee
Big shoutout to Deb’s Coffee, a fantastic small business with delicious coffee and passionate staff. My husband and I appreciate y’all so much, and the community wouldn’t be the same without you!
Shoutout to Momentum Church Pastor Steven Mendez
Momentum church. Pastor Steven mendez. Our barbershop was blessed by him this past summer! He actually blessed just about every place here in navarre, We love Steven at the Navarre beach barbershop, were blessed to have him as one of our supporters.
Shoutout to Lisa
Lisa helped numerous families in the Navarre area with Christmas, including my own children. I’m a single mom working 2 jobs and doing my best. She helped me put on a decent Christmas. Thankful for her.
Shoutout to Volunteers
Jovana C. wants to express their heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated individual ( man ) who volunteers to cleans the roadsides along 399. Although I don’t know your name, I notice you every morning after my shift, diligently collecting litter with a trash bag. Your efforts truly make a positive impact on our community. Thank you!
Shoutout to Espresso Lane and kind-hearted folks
Espresso Lane, our beloved local coffee spot, goes above and beyond to make Navarre a brighter, friendlier place. For those enjoying the walking and running paths, Espresso Lane provides free, refreshing filtered ice water to keep everyone hydrated, and they even have a water station for our furry friends!
They have also set up a Free Little Library for anyone wanting to grab a book on their stroll.
It’s these small, thoughtful acts that make Navarre such a special community.
A huge thank you to Espresso Lane and the kind-hearted folks who make our town feel like home!
Shoutout to Juana’s Management
Shout out to the management of Juana’s for having a Bands for Bands concert that will help out musicians affected by the recent hurricanes.
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Former AFSOC command chief found guilty, sentenced for CSAM

(Courtesy story from Air Force Special Operations Command)
U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Anthony Green, former command chief of Air Force Special Operations Command, was found guilty of four offenses in violation of two articles of the Uniform Code of Military Justice, including indecent recording in violation of Article 120c and possessing, viewing and producing child pornography in violation of Article 134.
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County: Pier construction cancels New Year’s fireworks
Navarre Beach will not host a New Year’s fireworks display this year.
The news came in the newsletter for the county’s Tourist Development Office (TDO).
Navarre UMC helps children ‘Sleep in Heavenly Peace’
More than 60 volunteers with Navarre United Methodist Church came together Saturday, Sept. 5, to help make beds for children in need. The bed-making process, which included cutting, sanding and building frames, was in support of Sleep in Heavenly Peace, a nonprofit.
Escambia, Santa Rosa team up for reef-cycling initiative
Damaged metal signposts are getting a second life as underwater microhabitat for marine life in Northwest Florida.
The “reef-cycling” initiative is the result of a collaboration between Escambia and Santa Rosa counties. According to Escambia County, the two counties are incorporating the signposts into concrete artificial reef modules as part of a pilot project.
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