U.S. Rep. Jimmy Patronis has asked the Department of Veterans Affairs to study establishing a national veterans cemetery in Okaloosa County and announced a steering committee to build a case for a roughly 200-acre site in Northwest Florida.
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Patronis seeks national veterans cemetery in Okaloosa County
U.S. Rep. Jimmy Patronis has asked the Department of Veterans Affairs to study establishing a national veterans cemetery in Okaloosa County and announced a steering committee to build a case for a roughly 200-acre site in Northwest Florida.
BREAKING: Man who died at Navarre Park identified
Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office has identified the man found dead inside a Navarre Park restroom Monday, Aug. 10.
Michael Patrick Long, 64, was reportedly found around 4:15 a.m. by an EMT in the last stall of the men’s restroom.
Judge finds Amendment 3 ballot summary misleading
A Leon County judge this week determined the summary of a property tax cut ballot measure passed by the Legislature is filled with political rhetoric and is misleading.
Eglin Project Phase I nearly complete as county gears up for Phase II
The multiyear, multimillion-dollar Santa Rosa Regional Reuse Project is nearing completion in its first phase.
The project, also referred to as the Eglin RIBs Project or simply Eglin Project, involves the county, Holley-Navarre Water System, Northwest Florida Water Management District and the city of Gulf Breeze.
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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A 337-lot housing development underway next to Gulf Breeze Zoo

If you’ve visited the Gulf Breeze Zoo or driven past it recently, you may have noticed a construction activity happening next door.
The activity is part of a development project to create a neighborhood of townhomes. According to Santa Rosa County Planning and Zoning Director Shawn Ward, the single-family residential development is called Soundview Cove Estates.
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Researchers work to predict Vibrio in the Gulf
A research team with the University of Florida and the University of Maryland is looking to create a predictive model for flesh-eating bacteria in the Gulf of America, potentially giving scientists and health officials new insights into how and when the bacteria appear in waterways.
Flesh-eating bacteria, also known as Vibrio vulnificus, are typically found in warm coastal waters and can be exacerbated by flooding and agricultural and stormwater runoff.
Researchers work to predict Vibrio in the Gulf
A research team with the University of Florida and the University of Maryland is looking to create a predictive model for flesh-eating bacteria in the Gulf of America, potentially giving scientists and health officials new insights into how and when the bacteria appear in waterways.
Flesh-eating bacteria, also known as Vibrio vulnificus, are typically found in warm coastal waters and can be exacerbated by flooding and agricultural and stormwater runoff.
Pensacola man starts business to raise awareness of mitochondrial disease
Devon Trimble started his baked goods business, Flavorful Indulgences, for something more than money.
Trimble’s girlfriend, Sapphire Policiano-Knutson, and their daughter, Serenity, both have mitochondrial diseases. Policiano-Knutson is from Navarre.
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