Mar 11, 2025
What is Purim? Jewish holiday commemorates tale of Esther
On Thursday, March 13 and Friday, March 14, Jewish people across the world will be in a state of celebration.
Mar 10, 2025
Spring Break dates for Florida schools
March typically means Spring Break for Florida colleges and universities, as well as countless other schools across the U.S. Students are putting down their books and putting on their bathing suits to enjoy a well-deserved vacation. Here are the dates for the upcoming spring breaks.
Mar 10, 2025
Celebrating 50 years of Navarre Garden Club
Navarre Garden Club members came together Tuesday, March 4, for a celebration of the organization’s 50th anniversary at Holley Navarre Fire District’s Station 45 meeting room. The milestone was marked with cake and a meeting to discuss what’s in store for the rest of 2025.
Mar 10, 2025
Midway Fire District completes advanced extrication training in Orlando
Three Midway Fire District firefighters recently completed an intensive 40-hour advanced extrication training course held in Orlando. This course enhanced their skills in life-saving rescue techniques.
Mar 7, 2025
Woman completes fastest time in Florida Trail history
There are few places in the world where you can walk through swamps, prairies, beaches, flat woods and a Civil War battlefield. In Florida, you can see this all in a matter of a month, or if you are Deanna Doane, 19 days.
At 26 years old, Doane recently completed the fastest supported known time in Florida National Scenic Trail history.
Mar 4, 2025
Navarre nonprofit looks to become rabbit rescue, wellness retreat
Last fall, a house off Mercado Street in Navarre became home to a nonprofit with goals to become a haven for rabbits, chickens and guests.
The nonprofit, Bunnychick Haven, will hold a grand opening April 4, just in time for Easter.
Mar 3, 2025
Fundraiser shows support for Navarre 4-year-old with cancer
Hundreds came to Curious Apples Saturday, March 1, in support of Team Jackson, a fundraiser for a Navarre child with cancer. While they are still tallying the numbers, the effort is estimated to have already raised nearly $11,000. Online supporters also contributed to the fundraiser.
Feb 28, 2025
International Fest at St. Sylvester Catholic Church
The Catholic Church is a worldwide church. With congregants of various backgrounds and cultures, there is plenty to celebrate. St. Sylvester Catholic Church in Navarre is no exception.
Feb 27, 2025
UWF student helps Emerald Coast Wildlife Refuge evaluate rescue data
A recent University of West Florida graduate is putting their skills to good use to help a Navarre nonprofit.
Feb 26, 2025
Curious Apples raising funds for child with cancer
Curious Apples, a day care and voluntary prekindergarten in Navarre, is used to providing care for children and their families, but this time that care is extending far beyond the walls of the business.
Recently, one of Curious Apples’ students was diagnosed with leukemia. Jackson Durward, 4, has been at Curious Apples for over a year and has ingratiated himself with the staff. When the staff at the day care/VPK found out about Jackson’s condition, they knew they had to help.