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Female veteran, retired teacher honored to be district substitute of year

Written by Hansen Hasenberg on January 9, 2025. Posted in Education.

Four years into her stint as a substitute teacher, Linda Henderson has been named the Santa Rosa County District Schools’ Substitute of the Year.

A regular substitute teacher at East Milton Elementary School, Henderson said she was more than surprised to find out she was substitute of the year for EMES, much less the whole district.

Navarre Raiders battle until buzzer in loss to Pace

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

Lacey Riley’s 3-pointer fell through the net and Jaleah Jones scored inside moments later as Navarre pulled within six points of Pace in a District 1-6A showdown Tuesday night.

Once down double digits, it was a game again and the Raiders had belief they could rally for a win with under two minutes to play.

A ‘fresh’ start for Navarre soundside restaurant

Written by Staff Reporters on January 8, 2025. Posted in Advertorial, On the Menu.

The new year is the perfect time for new beginnings. What better time to commemorate a fresh start for the beautiful waterfront restaurant directly to the west of Navarre Park. In the past, this location has had many names, but now under new ownership of Tommy Gialamas, Emerald Waterfront is here to stay.

Unique finds at Good Neighbor Thrift Store

Written by Staff Reporters on January 8, 2025. Posted in Advertorial, Business Billboard.

Looking for some one-of-a-kind finds, affordable clothes or Mardi Gras or Valentine’s Day decorations? Maybe you’re looking for the perfect gift and don’t want to break the bank. Come shop at Good Neighbor Thrift Store. You might just find the perfect treasure.

Former Navarre High substitute sentenced for student relationship

Written by Staff Reporters on January 8, 2025. Posted in Crime, News.

A former Navarre High School substitute teacher will spend six years in prison for an inappropriate relationship with a student, which was initially disclosed in 2022.

John Kapolczynski, 48, was found guilty on several charges, including obscene communication, authority figure soliciting or engaging in a romantic relationship with a student, and a person of 24 years or older touching a victim 16 or 17 years of age.

Navarre Raiders dominate Tate in girls soccer showdown

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

Navarre’s girls soccer team dominated Tate Tuesday night in a District 1-6A battle that also carried regional implications.

The Raiders won 5-0 to improve their record to 9-5-2 while snapping the Aggies’ six-game winning streak.

Holley Navarre Water System: Fairpoint main has been repaired

Written by Staff Reporters on January 8, 2025. Posted in News.

The FairPoint Regional Utility Service (FRUS) main at the center of discussions around water quality has been repaired, says Holley Navarre Water System (HNWS). The initial estimated time for repairs was three to five weeks.

For God’s Sake

Written by Michael Bannon on January 8, 2025. Posted in For God's Sake, Opinion.

I’d like to think that I am an encourager, perhaps not the best, certainly not the worst. If someone does well, I will give a sincere, “Well done!” Even if someone does not do well, I look for something praiseworthy. As a pastor, I am often asked to give references and recommendations for others, and I lean toward graciousness in my assessments and remarks. But lately, my desire to encourage is being challenged by a browser I have used for years that is asking for my recommendation.

Out and About

Written by Sandi Kemp on January 8, 2025. Posted in Opinion, Out and About.

We want to wish Dora Zuses, who brought us Foxy Boutique, a very happy retirement! We will certainly miss her and the store, but we are proud to have had her as part of our small business community for 13 years. The store is moving to its new location in Fort Walton Beach with new owner Stephany Case. You can read more about Dora and Stephany on our Business page (A4).

What Google’s monopoly ruling means for local newspapers

Written by Staff Reporters on January 8, 2025. Posted in Editorial, Opinion.

Not that many years ago, the best way you could find out about businesses in town would be through your local newspaper. Your local newspaper is still a great source of advertising information, but if you’re looking for something, chances are you’re going to start by “Googling it.” Have you ever wondered why that’s become our go-to move? Well, a recent court ruling has shed some light on this, and it’s not a pretty picture.