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Out and About

Written by Sandi Kemp on July 9, 2025. Posted in Opinion, Out and About.

We love watching the “kids” of Navarre grow up, graduate, go to college – and decide to come back home to establish themselves. In this case, I’m talking about Grady and Eliana Kelly. Grady played for the Navarre Raiders and is a superstar football player in his last year at Michigan State – he may even have a shot at the NFL. He and his wife (also an alum of Navarre High School) are expecting a baby in October and have come home to open a business. Brian Lester reached out to them to do a story (page 1B). They talk about their faith being a driving force and wanting to pour back into a community that means so much to them. We are glad to have them home and wish them great success!

A veto pen and a grudge?

Written by Staff Reporters on July 9, 2025. Posted in Editorial, Opinion.

The governor’s veto pen hit Santa Rosa County hard this year, striking down more than $2 million in requested funding for local projects. Among the casualties were the wetlands conservation of a 27.57-acre parcel, the expansion of the Whiting Field taxiway, and continued support for our Veterans Treatment Court. These aren’t frivolous expenses; they’re strategic investments in environmental protection, infrastructure, and justice for those who’ve served our country. The impact of these cuts is not just fiscal — it’s deeply personal for the communities depending on them.

County public safety director talks ambulance service, emergency preparedness

Written by Hansen Hasenberg on July 9, 2025. Posted in News.

With a population of 200,000 and growing, Santa Rosa County first responders must be as prepared as ever to meet the needs of the community. Add an influx of tourists each spring and summer and you have a serious need to be ready for disasters and incidents.

Emerald Coast Wildlife Refuge, others receive $25K from FPL foundation

Written by Staff Reporters on July 9, 2025. Posted in News.

Spring and summer are the times of year when most wildlife in Northwest Florida are active. With greater activity means a greater chance they might need medical attention. That is when wildlife rescues, such as Emerald Coast Wildlife Refuge in Navarre, save the day.

Feds back state in immigration law fight

Written by News Service of Florida on July 8, 2025. Posted in Florida News.

Tallahassee — The Trump administration Monday argued a federal appeals court should overturn a district judge’s ruling that blocked a new Florida law targeting undocumented immigrants who enter the state.

Amateur radio operators take over beach pavilion for field day

Written by Hansen Hasenberg on July 8, 2025. Posted in Beach, Community.

Despite rain clouds in the distance, weather wasn’t a deterrent for the Emerald Coast Amateur Radio Association’s annual American Radio Relay League (ARRL) Field Day. ECARA was joined by the Santa Rosa County Citizens Corps’ Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES) group.

Nadia Rivera building on confidence gained from strong season

Written by Brian Lester on July 8, 2025. Posted in Sports.

Nadia Rivera wasn’t always a catcher. She didn’t really like the position when she was younger and played third instead.

But around the time she started playing travel softball, she moved behind the plate.

Raiders still eager to prove something despite summer success

Written by Brian Lester on July 7, 2025. Posted in Sports.

There is a different vibe inside the gym on a week day morning as Navarre’s boys basketball team prepares for another summer workout.

And it’s not an act. The players truly are enjoying what has been a productive summer for the Raiders, who seem to be trending in the right direction.

Navarre’s Sevilla Street will be closed July 8th and 9th

Written by Staff Reporters on July 7, 2025. Posted in News.

UPDATE: A portion of Sevilla Street has been reopened. Following cross drain work, Sevilla Street, starting at 8304 Sevilla Street, has reopened.

Original post: Sevilla Street in Navarre will be closed at 8304 Sevilla Street beginning at 7:30 a.m. on Tuesday, July 8, for cross drain work. Weather permitting, the road is expected to reopen on Wednesday, July 9.

Brian Out Loud

Written by Brian Lester on July 7, 2025. Posted in Brian Out Loud, Opinion.

We have officially reached the point of the year where we are stuck between the continuation of summer and the start of high school sports season.

But it’s not as if the local sports world has completely hit a wall.