Community Archive

If you are a parent, stop me if you’ve heard this one: “Mom or Dad, what’s for dinner?”

That question is at the center of a new children’s book written by a man who calls Navarre home.

Holley-Navarre Fire District is a 53-square-mile fire district, home to around 47,000 residents. District leaders say more funding is needed to protect the area.

HNFD Fire Chief Kevin Lewis and firefighters met with community members Thursday, June 11, for a town hall at La Sala Event Center in Holley to discuss the current status of the district and discuss the reason they will ask for a fire assessment increase in August.

Being a father is one of the most important roles a man can play in his life and in the lives of others. With Father’s Day approaching, Navarre Press spoke with a pastor and his son about the importance of faith and family.

Riley Stevens is just like any other 23-year-old man. He enjoys watching Cincinnati Reds baseball, working out, listening to music and swimming.

The only difference: He has special needs.

The Butcher Shoppe in Pensacola has been sold, marking the end of a 19-year run for Navarre resident Kevin Green.

The store has been a trusted destination for those looking to buy premium cuts of beef, pork, chicken and other items. Over the years, The Butcher Shoppe gained the attention of professional pitmasters, chefs and YouTubers, spreading its name far beyond the Emerald Coast.

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is investigating three people for their alleged roles in the death of an alligator in Milton.

The three people allegedly trapped, transported and killed an 8.5-foot alligator.

Children are often seen as consumers. They buy toys, candy and a variety of devices and games with the assistance of their parents’ wallets.

While many children fall into the category of consumers, there are a growing number who have become producers, creating their own businesses.

Bagdad Village Preservation Association (BVPA) is looking to move a historic post office building closer to the Historic Bagdad Village Museum.

By moving the building, the BVPA aims to turn it into a museum open to the public. Displays inside will include information on the history of the post office and the Bagdad community.

With summer underway, Navarre Beach Lifeguards are minding the shoreline and helping ensure the next generation not only knows how to stay safe in and out of the water but also how to help others.

During the month of June, Navarre Beach Lifeguards hosted their annual Junior Lifeguard program, which features beginner and advanced courses. The beginner course lasts for one week and is being held twice this summer.

The Atlantic Hurricane Season lasts from June through November. While last year was quiet as far as named storms go, Florida Power & Light are staying prepared for whatever Mother Nature throws their way in 2026.

FPL is the state’s largest power utility. Serving a large swath of the state, they are a major player when it comes to turning the lights back on after a natural disaster rolls through.