Jan 30, 2024
Friends of Navarre Library looking for more volunteers
There is nothing like curling up with a good book during time off from school or work, but for some people, time off means an opportunity to roll up your sleeves and help others. Luckily for one organization in Navarre, they are doing both at the same time.
Jan 25, 2024
Santa Rosa County Tourist Development Office hosts 2024 snowbird classes
With snowbirds flocking south, the Santa Rosa County Tourist Development Office is opening their doors once again and hosting fun events for the seasonal residents during the next few months. Reservations are required for each class. You may only reserve a spot for yourself and 1 additional person. No full-time residents, please. In-person signups are 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Friday, coinciding with engaging rock painting sessions and self-guided social and game hour. Reservations are required for each class except the Snowbird Expo.
Jan 25, 2024
Navarre’s Rickie Joe Wilson gaining traction on independent country music circuit
Although he is now known as the “Reggae Redneck,” (in honor of one of his songs), Rickie Joe Wilson began his life and career in music in the Hoosier state. Originally from southern Indiana, Wilson has worn many hats over the years, from musician to minister to Radio Disc Jockey.
Jan 18, 2024
6 Raiders make All-State Chorus trip to Tampa
Navarre High School was well represented in Florida’s All-State Chorus. Six students traveled down to Tampa Jan. 10-13 to sing with the best high school singers in the state.
Jan 12, 2024
Warhorse Project looks to expand community involvement, continue facility development
At the end of Clearview St. on Garcon Point, you’ll find a gated, 30-acre property with some interesting inhabitants. The property is home to eight horses, a donkey and a litany of pigs. The people who look after these animals, mostly volunteers, are there not only for the animals but for visitors.
Jan 10, 2024
Three cheers (and plunges) for the New Year!
Each New Year’s Day, people flock to Navarre Beach to brave the (sometimes) cold temps and jump into the Gulf or Sound to usher in the new year. For the past few years, there have been a couple of ‘plunges’ on Navarre Beach.
Jan 2, 2024
‘Kayak Dave’ remembered as friend, volunteer
Dave Barker, an avid kayaker and community volunteer in Navarre, passed away Saturday, Dec. 23, after a battle with cancer.
Dec 27, 2023
Sixth Annual Pirate Plunge planned for New Year’s Day
The Pirates on the Panhandle Social Club, a 501c3 nonprofit group, will be hosting their annual ‘Pirate Plunge’ event Monday, Jan. 1 (New Year’s Day), at Andy D’s Beachside Restaurant starting at 11 a.m. with Rowdies Rock Band playing on the back deck.
Dec 20, 2023
Winter brings cooler temps, less activity for some animals
Although Florida’s winters aren’t nearly as cold as other parts of the United States, the Sunshine State is not without its cold season, especially in the northern part of the state.
Dec 17, 2023
Gulf Breeze interfaith event rallies support for Israel
Following the grisly attacks of Oct. 7 on Israeli citizens, which claimed 1,200 lives, and the subsequent Israel-Hamas War, the world’s attention has been focused on Israel and Palestine.