Community Archive

Miguel Robledo heard about life in the United States from friends while living in Mexico.

On Saturday, May 9, Escambia and Santa Rosa letter carriers will join forces to help Stamp Out Hunger in the community. In its 23rd year, the annual food drive has grown to be the largest national single-day effort that benefits millions of Americans who struggle to put food on the table, according to a press release from the United Way of Escambia County.

After lying dormant during the winter months, the Panhandle Butterfly House emerged from its cocoon May 2 to kick off its 2015 season.

The 31st annual Fun Fest came to an abrupt halt Saturday following an afternoon storm that ripped through Navarre, uprooting vendors’ tents and forcing visitors to head for cover.

Tim McDonough doesn’t like to talk about the explosion that changed his life.

Despite heavy public opposition, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commissioners approved a limited bear hunting season last week as part of its draft bear management plan.

Santa Rosa County is seeking public involvement and participation as it updates its hazard mitigation plans.

Gabby and Geronimo, two reticulated giraffes who reside at the Gulf Breeze Zoo, welcomed their second baby, Gideon, on March 27.

The Navarre Beach Area Chamber of Commerce’s 31st annual Fun Fest takes place April 24 and 25 on Navarre Beach. The event, which features headliner Chad Montana, is free and open to the public.

A program on the Gulf Breeze Area Historical Society continued General Federation of Women’s Clubs – Santa Rosa Woman’s Club 50th anniversary theme for 2015.