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To the Editor, Navarre Press,

Written by Staff Reporters on . Posted in Letters to the Editor, Opinion.

Many residents living in Northwest Florida are not aware that Pensacola Beach was once for “whites only.” At that time among the few beaches accessible to African-Americans was what is now known as Johnson Beach at Perdido Key. Since 1973, it has officially been called the Gulf Islands National Seashore. And yet Rosamond Johnson Beach has retained its name and for good reason.   

iNKSTAND teams up with Navarre Press

Written by Staff Reporters on . Posted in Education.

“Paper, paper!” shout kids with a still warm, fresh copy of iNKSTAND at their fingertips.  There are so many talented kids at West Navarre Intermediate School, many of whom are talented in writing.  This was one of the reasons Mr. Long and Mrs. Baer, both gifted teachers at WNIS, started this program last year.  When questioned about the program, Mr. Long said, “We didn’t want this to just be for our gifted students, but an opportunity for anyone and everyone,” and added, “…specifically, we wanted to also include students who may be struggling, or have lack of interest in their school work, with hopes of getting them motivated and turned on to learning.”

Navarre Press wins 9 awards

Written by Staff Reporters on . Posted in Letters to the Editor, Opinion.

Navarre Press won nine awards, including two first place awards, in Division C of the Florida Press Association’s Better Weekly Newspaper contest. More than 60 newspapers submitted about 1,600 entries for consideration by out-of-state judges.

Registered sex offender fired from Pier after Navarre Press inquiry

Written by Staff Reporters on . Posted in News.

In spite of a county ordinance prohibiting registered sex offenders from entering any county park, a registered sex offender has been working at the Navarre Beach Pier. Current pier operator Dorothy Slye confirmed on Oct. 8 that Walter Kirk McLaughlin was working at the county-owned facility she manages and stated knowledge of his background.

Navarre Press still the best weekly in Florida

Written by Staff Reporters on . Posted in News.

The Navarre Press defended its title of best newspaper in the state for its category, winning a total of 13 awards and finishing in a first-place tie with the Sarasota Business Journal for top honors in Division C of the Florida Press Association’s Better Weekley Newspaper contest.

Navarre Press readers help find missing person

Written by Staff Reporters on . Posted in News.

According to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, Gerald “Blake” Williams was found last week safe in the Fort Walton Beach area due to the tips that came in from the dissemination of Williams’ photo.

Navarre Raider boys soccer team off to impressive start to season

Written by Brian Lester on . Posted in Sports.

Senior Ryan Evans will tell you the confidence of this Navarre boys soccer team is growing.


It could have been rattled after the season opener, when the Raiders lost 4-3 to reigning district champion Tate. Instead, Navarre got on track, rattling off five consecutive wins to carry a ton of momentum into Thanksgiving break.

Navarre Xpress ready to run on national stage

Written by Brian Lester on . Posted in Sports.

Navarre Xpress sprinted even further ahead as a track program in 2024.


A record total of 21 athletes qualified for the AAU Junior Olympics in North Carolina. Only five are able to attend due to other commitments, but still, it’s a sign the local club continues trending in the right direction.

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