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Last week, I mentioned all of the “signs” that Navarre is growing. I forgot one important new development and that is the Spring Hill Suites going up on Navarre Beach.
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Repticon returns to Navarre
Written by Gail Acosta on . Posted in Community.
Hundreds of reptile enthusiasts packed into the Navarre Conference Center last Saturday for the Reptiday Navarre Show. The host of the event, Repticon, is a national leader in reptile and exotic pet shows in the United States. The show provides a venue for curious minds to see reptiles up close in a controlled environment through live animal encounters. There are also opportunities for breeders and owners to purchase exotic animals, products and accessories for the care of their pet reptiles. Vendors included regional and local breeders and educators.
Two dozen attend ‘listening’ meeting in Navarre
Written by Staff Reporters on . Posted in Community.
Commissioner Rob Williamson is hosting a “listening” tour, stopping at sites throughout the county to hear citizens’ concerns, and two dozen residents attended his July 24 meeting at the Navarre Visitor Information Center.
West Nile confirmed in Walton County
Written by Staff Reporters on . Posted in Community.
The state Department of Health confirmed its first case of West Nile virus for the 2015 season – a Walton County resident.
15 applicants so far for county admin position
Written by Staff Reporters on . Posted in Community.
As of July 22, 15 people had applied replace Santa Rosa County Administrator Hunter Walker, who in April announced he would retire at the end of the year.
Millions refunded due to ‘cramming’
Written by Staff Reporters on . Posted in Business.
The country’s four largest wireless companies – Verizon Wireless, AT&T, T-Mobile and Sprint Corporation – have agreed to refund customers $267.5 million following an investigation into unauthorized charges.
BP payouts to local entities to start soon for spill
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A federal judge said BP will begin paying up to $1 billion in settlements to compensate local governments across the Gulf Coast for lost tax revenue and other economic damages they blame on the company’s 2010 oil spill.
Reef Rangers help in fight against lionfish
Written by Staff Reporters on . Posted in Beach.
Over the last five years, lionfish have become a major problem in the Gulf of Mexico. With the ability to reproduce quickly and no natural predators in the Gulf, the non-native invasive species has had a negative impact on marine ecosystems.
Santa Rosa tax tab suggested to fix golf club
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Let’s share the pain.
Chamber members divided
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More than a month after Navarre Beach Area Chamber of Commerce fired President and CEO Tony Alexander, five board members have resigned.