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Catching up with Conrad

Written by Hansen Hasenberg on . Posted in Community, News.

More than two years ago, Navarre Press reported on a story about a little boy with a big problem. Conrad Williams-Evans, was living with renal failure. At the time, in 2023 and early 2024, Conrad had been on dialysis for the entirety of his 2 1/2 years of life.

On March 15, 2024, Conrad went into surgery. As did his dad, Branden Williams.

Fatherly advice

Written by Hansen Hasenberg on . Posted in Community, Faith.

Being a father is one of the most important roles a man can play in his life and in the lives of others. With Father’s Day approaching, Navarre Press spoke with a pastor and his son about the importance of faith and family.

A look inside: Soundside High prepared for next school year

Written by Hansen Hasenberg on . Posted in Community, Education, News.

While most Santa Rosa County schools are focused on finishing the 2025-26 school year, Kasie Windfelder is already planning for the opening of Soundside High School in 2026-27.

Windfelder is the principal of Soundside High School, the new high school on the south end of Santa Rosa County. Located in Midway across from the Gulf Breeze Zoo, the school is nearing completion. Construction cost around $115 million.

On May 1, Windfelder gave Navarre Press reporter Hansen Hasenberg a tour of the new school.

Military, social media issues key for Patronis in 2026

Written by Hansen Hasenberg on . Posted in News.

As the U.S. House of Representatives and the rest of the nation wrapped up 2025, Navarre Press spoke with Jimmy Patronis, the Republican representative of Florida’s 1st Congressional District, about his expectations and legislative priorities for 2026.

Santa Rosa approved 70 commercial projects in 2025

Written by Hansen Hasenberg on . Posted in News.

In 2025, Santa Rosa County approved 70 commercial projects. Approximately 31 of those projects are in Gulf Breeze, Tiger Point, Midway, Navarre or Holley.
Navarre Press has compiled a list of some of the projects that have been approved. Several of these projects have already been completed, while others haven’t broken ground.

Water board candidates sound off at forum

Written by Hansen Hasenberg on . Posted in Community, News.

Holley Navarre Water System is holding an election in January to decide who will join the board of directors in 2026. There are four candidates vying for three seats.
Navarre Press recently held a forum for candidates to share their thoughts on the water system and to answer members’ questions. The forum was held Tuesday, Dec. 2, at the HNWS-owned The Club at Hidden Creek.

A trip to Auburn University, land of tradition

Written by Hansen Hasenberg on . Posted in Community.

Navarre Press reporter Hansen Hasenberg recently visited Auburn University during the school’s homecoming weekend, which featured homecoming festivities, a stadium tour and a football game. 
Toilet paper hanging from trees is something most only see in their youth when tee-peeing a neighbor’s house as a prank—but at Auburn University, it’s tradition.

Out and About

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

We hope you enjoy our Sports Guide in this issue of Navarre Press. A few years ago, our sports reporter, Brian Lester, went from covering one high school to making sure we have coverage for eight high schools. That is a huge leap in coverage. Thankfully, we have had help from high school yearbook staff and others that want to get on the field and courts and report on the games. Brian has done a phenomenal job. We have an opening for a sports reporter in Crestview if you know of anyone that might be interested.

Out and About

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

Don’t miss the story on 2B about one of our few remaining independent veterinarians in Navarre, Natalie Dyson of St. Francis Veterinary Center.  Dr. Dyson was given a plaque from the Navarre Beach Fire Department and the Lifeguard Ambulance Service for her life saving efforts after opening up her office after hours to help save Sydney, the rottweiler. We featured Sydney’s ordeal on the cover of the July 12 issue of Navarre Press.