Stories by Staff Reporters
Stories by Staff Reporters
Southern Specialty opens new doors on Highway 87
October 30, 2025
There’s something special about stepping into a place that feels instantly welcoming—the kind of store where friendly faces greet you and every corner holds a new treasure waiting to be discovered. That’s exactly what shoppers will find at Southern Specialty’s brand-new location on Highway 87, where charm, creativity and community come together under one beautifully expanded roof.
Navarre Beach Pier winter hours begin Nov. 2
October 28, 2025
Navarre Beach Pier will have winter operating hours of 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. starting Sunday, Nov. 2.
Green Sea Turtles removed from endangered list
October 27, 2025
Green sea turtles are one of the four kinds of sea turtles which nest along the sugar-white sands of Navarre Beach. Long listed as an endangered species, green sea turtles were recently reclassified as being of “least concern” on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species.
FDOT to Host Transit Grants Workshop
October 23, 2025
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will host a Transit Grants Workshop Wednesday, Nov. 5 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the FDOT District Three Design Conference Room, 1074 Highway 90, in Chipley.
Where the Coast Meets Cajun Soul
October 23, 2025
You don’t just stumble on Where Y’at Seafood Market & Restaurant by accident — you find it because someone local tells you, “You gotta try that place on 87.” The smell of ‘garliced’ butter and sizzling seafood rolls out toward the highway before you even see the weathered sign or the crowd of cars out front. It’s the kind of spot that makes you ease off the gas, roll down the windows, and follow your nose.
Bishop of Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee addresses immigration issue in official letter
October 23, 2025
The Catholic Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee recently released a letter from Bishop William Wack, CSC, expressing compassion for migrants, and encouraging parishioners to do the same, in honor of Respect Life Month.
Fall Fest Adoption event coming to Santa Rosa County Animal Services
October 23, 2025
Santa Rosa County Animal Services is excited to host this year’s Fall Festival Adoption Event on Saturday, Oct. 25, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 4451 Pine Forest Road in Milton. All adoption fees will be waived.
Navarre Beach Marine Science Station hosting Spooktacular event Oct. 25
October 23, 2025
Navarre Beach Marine Science Station is serving up a Saturday of scary science Oct. 25.
Peanut butter donation challenge happening now through end of month
October 21, 2025
October may be known as the time for pumpkin spice but for the UF/IFAS Extension Office in Santa Rosa County, its time for peanut butter.
Philanthropic organization IMPACT 100 announces grant recipients
October 21, 2025
IMPACT 100 Pensacola Bay Area, a women’s philanthropic organization, recently announced the recipients of their 2025 grants, each worth $103,500. There were 12 grants handed out in total at the Oct. 19 annual meeting, also known as “Million Dollar Sunday.”







