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Dec 23, 2023

January 2023, year in review

Navarre rings in new year with Penguin Plunge

The tradition continued for the 14th year at Juana’s for the Penguin Plunge ‘n Paddle on Navarre Beach. The event benefited Healing Paws for Warriors for the fourth consecutive year. The plunge drew 500 registrants and 18 people participating in the paddleboard event.


Dec 23, 2023

February 2023, year in review

Simply the best

Karen Cody, a math teacher at Navarre High School, was named Santa Rosa County teacher of the year Wednesday, Jan. 25. Santa Rosa District Schools Superintendent Dr. Karen Barber, school board members and Santa Rosa Education Foundation members delivered the news to Cody’s classroom.


Dec 22, 2023

Eglin Fire, BETA create base’s first E-aircraft emergency procedures

Upon the imminent arrival of Eglin’s first electric aircraft, the 96th Test Wing fire department began creating emergency response procedures to ensure they were ready.

Dec 21, 2023

Volunteering to be a guardian ad litem ‘is a joy’

Guardian ad litem. It’s a serious term for a serious responsibility: representing the legal interests of abused, abandoned and neglected children. And, according to Helen Jones of Fort Walton Beach, “it is a joy.”

Dec 21, 2023

Deck the Paws: Volunteers needed to bring tail-wagging cheers

The Pet Welfare adoption center seeks compassionate volunteers to care for pets in need this holiday season. 

Dec 19, 2023

Water system seeks 4.5% increase

Holley Navarre Water System is seeking a 4.5% increase in water and sewer rates.

Dec 19, 2023

Navarre Chamber of Commerce bringing ‘Live2Lead’ to community for first time

The Navarre Beach Area Chamber of Commerce recently announced the upcoming arrival of a business and leadership development event for Friday, Jan. 12, at St. Sylvester’s Catholic Church from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Dec 19, 2023

Navarre area Santas (and Mrs. Claus) share Christmas cheer

Photo by Katt Mac Photography. Are you on the nice list this year?

Every year, millions of Americans go to malls, outlets, events and parties at Christmastime to see Santa Claus. With a twinkle in their eye and a smile on their face, these special elves capture the spirit of Christmas.


Dec 16, 2023

Navarre house guest accused of molesting girl

A homeless man is facing possible prison time, or even death, for molesting a nine-year-old during a two-week stay with the girl’s family during October and November.

Dec 16, 2023

Organ donation need hits home for Navarre family

Meet Conrad Williams-Evans. He’s 2’8” tall, 31 pounds and two years old.

On the surface, Conrad is the same as any other two-year-old. He loves to play, get into mischief and be with his family, but what sets Conrad apart is his health needs.

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