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Navarre Library hosts NAS Whiting Field reading event

Written by Hansen Hasenberg on July 9, 2026. Posted in Community, Military, News.

This summer, Navarre Library and other libraries across Santa Rosa County are "unearthing" literacy through the Summer Reading Program. The annual program features events designed to promote reading among children in kindergarten through fifth grade. During its "Unearthing History" program, the library invited NAS Whiting Field Public Affairs Director Jamie Coffey to read a book and share the history and mission of the naval air station.

American Legion Post 382 continues mission of service in Navarre

Written by Hansen Hasenberg on July 2, 2026. Posted in Community, Military.

With the nation's 250th anniversary this July, much of the focus has been on grand displays of patriotism such as fireworks, concerts and parades. While the July 4 holiday is a celebration of freedom, it's important to remember who has made the freedoms Americans enjoy possible: veterans. One organization that has not forgotten the sacrifices of America's veterans is the American Legion. With more than 1.6 million members, it is the nation's largest veterans service organization and regularly supports veterans through advocacy, programs and events.

America 250: Northwest Florida’s role in the nation’s history

Written by Hansen Hasenberg on July 1, 2026. Posted in Community, Military, News.

As the United States prepares to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, communities across the country are talking about the role they played in the founding of the nation.

Thunderbirds returning to Eglin after more than a decade

Written by Collin Bestor on June 26, 2026. Posted in Military, News.

It has been more than 10 years since Eglin Air Force Base opened its gates to the public for an air show. In April 2027, that will change.

Clergy Day connects local pastors with military chaplains

Written by Hansen Hasenberg on June 24, 2026. Posted in Faith, Military.

With Northwest Florida home to several military installations and a large veteran population, local churches play an important role in serving the military community. Recently, about 20 faith leaders from churches and ministries in Escambia, Santa Rosa and Okaloosa counties visited Hurlburt Field to attend Clergy Day, an event dedicated to helping church leaders better understand the military community, its challenges and its mission.

Demolition training planned for Hurlburt Field

Written by Staff Reporters on June 2, 2026. Posted in Community, Military, News.

Hurlburt Field will be conducting explosive demolition training between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m., June 3, 5, 9 and 11.

Local military officials discuss issues in Northwest Florida

Written by Collin Bestor on May 30, 2026. Posted in Military, News.

Local base commanders and Rep. Jimmy Patronis (R-FL1) made the case on May 27 that the area’s congested roadways are not just a quality-of-life problem, it is also a threat to national security.

Pirates on the Panhandle donate $12K to Friends of Veterans Court

Written by Staff Reporters on May 26, 2026. Posted in Community, Military, News.

The Pirates on the Panhandle, a social group which organizes fundraisers for local charities and nonprofits, recently delivered a check for $12,000 to Friends of Santa Rosa Veterans Treatment Court.

Two injured following incident on Eglin AFB

Written by Staff Reporters on May 21, 2026. Posted in Military, News.

An incident occurred Thursday, May 21, at approximately 2 p.m., resulting in injuries to two personnel.

Memorial Day events planned for Santa Rosa County

Written by Staff Reporters on May 18, 2026. Posted in Community, Military, Milton, News.

With Memorial Day approaching, plans are underway for two events in Santa Rosa County honoring servicemembers who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. Navarre and Milton will host events Monday, May 25.