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In a show of unity and cooperation, the Santa Rosa County board of commissioners came together without objection or heated discussion to put together an 11-member Land Development Code Task Force.

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.

During the first month of the Trump presidency, more than 1,000 park employees were laid off as part of the administration’s plans to reduce the size of federal agencies and their workforces.

The Department of Government Efficiency, known as “DOGE,” is responsible for the layoffs and has been advising the president on which federal programs and budget areas to cut as a way to slash federal spending.

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission wants to hear from the public their thoughts on potential options for regulated black bear hunting and has scheduled a virtual public meeting March 13, beginning at 6 p.m. EDT.

Santa Rosa County residents have the opportunity to provide input on key topics related to the county’s Land Development Code (LDC) as part of the review by the LDC Task Force.

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.

Sacred Heart Hospital in Pensacola has been named as one of the world’s best hospitals in 2025, according to Newsweek. The magazine looked at data comparing 2,400 facilities across 30 countries to come up with the list.

An injunction to stop the election process of Holley Navarre Water System reached a determination Thursday, Feb. 27.

Filed Feb. 14, a few days before the HNWS annual meeting and election, the injunction aimed to prevent the water system from canceling out proxies which originated outside of the system. The water system allows proxy voting, which is when a member gives another member the right to vote on their behalf.

An injunction to stop the election process of Holley Navarre Water System was thrown out by a Santa Rosa County judge Thursday, Feb. 27. Filed Feb. 14, a few days before the HNWS annual meeting and election, the injunction aimed to prevent the water system from canceling out proxies which originated outside of the system. The water system allows proxy voting, which is when a member gives another member the right to vote on their behalf.

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.