On Aug. 18, voters will decide whether Holley-Navarre Fire District rates will increase by 42% for residential properties and 11.98% for nonresidential commercial properties.
The referendum was placed on the ballot to help HNFD get ahead of its own financial limitations. The district, which covers 53 square miles in south Santa Rosa, doesn’t have enough annual revenue to adequately staff Station 44. Adequate staffing is four firefighters on an engine per shift.
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Holley-Navarre Fire Commission discusses busy July, referendum
On Aug. 18, voters will decide whether Holley-Navarre Fire District rates will increase by 42% for residential properties and 11.98% for nonresidential commercial properties.
The referendum was placed on the ballot to help HNFD get ahead of its own financial limitations. The district, which covers 53 square miles in south Santa Rosa, doesn’t have enough annual revenue to adequately staff Station 44. Adequate staffing is four firefighters on an engine per shift.
Official Tall Ship of Texas to sail into Pensacola Bay this weekend
This weekend, a nearly 150 year old tall ship will dock at Palafox Pier.
The Elissa, which was launched in 1877, will be in Pensacola from Friday, Aug. 7 through Sunday, Aug. 9. This marks the third time in the ship’s history that it has sailed into Pensacola, once in 1886 and again in 2018.
Democratic Senate candidate Angie Nixon visits Santa Rosa County
Angie Nixon, one of two people vying for the Democratic nomination in the 2026 U.S. Senate election, made a campaign stop at Pedro’s Tacos & Tequila Bar in Gulf Breeze Wednesday, July 29. Close to 30 people were in attendance.
Nixon, who has served as a member of the Florida State House of Representatives since 2020, said her top priorities if elected will be to expand the Affordable Care Act, wind down foreign wars and pursue universal childcare for Florida families.
UWF, NWFSC expand engineering pathways with new transfer degree programs
The University of West Florida and Northwest Florida State College are expanding opportunities for students to pursue engineering careers in Northwest Florida through four new Specialized Associate in Arts Transfer, or SAAT, degree pathways that create a seamless route from associate-level coursework at NWFSC to bachelor’s degree completion through UWF.
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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NJROTC welcomes new cadets with NS1 summer camp

Navarre High School has a long tradition of Naval Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (NJROTC) excellence. This past week, a new crop of cadets became initiated into the NJROTC family.
The new cadets are called NS1s, short for Naval Science 1, the class they will be taking this school year. According to Naval Science Instructor Maj. Jeremy Wheeler (Ret.), there are 27 NS1s going through the introductory camp this year.
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Official Tall Ship of Texas to sail into Pensacola Bay this weekend
This weekend, a nearly 150 year old tall ship will dock at Palafox Pier.
The Elissa, which was launched in 1877, will be in Pensacola from Friday, Aug. 7 through Sunday, Aug. 9. This marks the third time in the ship’s history that it has sailed into Pensacola, once in 1886 and again in 2018.
NJROTC welcomes new cadets with NS1 summer camp
Navarre High School has a long tradition of Naval Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (NJROTC) excellence. This past week, a new crop of cadets became initiated into the NJROTC family.
The new cadets are called NS1s, short for Naval Science 1, the class they will be taking this school year. According to Naval Science Instructor Maj. Jeremy Wheeler (Ret.), there are 27 NS1s going through the introductory camp this year.
Democratic Senate candidate Angie Nixon visits Santa Rosa County
Angie Nixon, one of two people vying for the Democratic nomination in the 2026 U.S. Senate election, made a campaign stop at Pedro’s Tacos & Tequila Bar in Gulf Breeze Wednesday, July 29. Close to 30 people were in attendance.
Nixon, who has served as a member of the Florida State House of Representatives since 2020, said her top priorities if elected will be to expand the Affordable Care Act, wind down foreign wars and pursue universal childcare for Florida families.
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