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Salamander grant helps county acquire East Bay River wetlands

Written by Ken Garner on April 24, 2023. Posted in News.

Many Navarre residents roll their eyes at the mention of the flatwoods salamander, an endangered species whose protected habitat notoriously has blocked efforts to build a U.S. Highway 98 bypass through the Eglin Reservation.

Tongue tied: Gulf Breeze man holds multiple Guinness World Records

Written by Hansen Hasenberg on April 21, 2023. Posted in Community, News.

A Gulf Breeze man recently won a national cherry stem tying contest put on by Angry Orchard Hard Cider. The goal of the competition was to tie as many cherry stems into knots as possible using only your tongue.

The winner, Al Gliniecki, received $8,000 and a year’s supply of Angry Orchard. Runners-up received $100 and two packs of Angry Orchard cider.

Senior night ends with tough loss to state-ranked Dolphins

Written by Brian Lester on April 21, 2023. Posted in Sports.

Emotions ran deep for the Navarre Raider softball team prior to its game against unbeaten Gulf Breeze last Thursday night at home.

It was senior night, after all, and following a pre-game ceremony filled with tears, hugs and smiles, the Raiders put in the work in hopes of coming away with a win over their rival.

‘It’s night and day’ for Raider baseball team

Written by Brian Lester on April 21, 2023. Posted in Sports.

Cole Crocker sent the ball into the air in the opening inning of play Thursday night against Booker T. Washington. Ashton Sieg didn’t hesitate to take off for home from third base and slid across the plate for the first run of the night.

It was textbook baseball for the Raiders, who put another win in the books with a 6-3 victory over the Wildcats at home.

Indigo Townhomes Rentals provide convenience and community

Written by Staff Reporters on April 19, 2023. Posted in Advertorial, Home & Garden.

With Northwest Florida growing, a new townhome community called Indigo Townhomes is bringing a modern and leisurely atmosphere to the area for hundreds to call home.

Built in 2021, Indigo Townhomes feature 141 units, including the model that is available for tours. These two-story townhomes have 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, and a washer and dryer are included.

Michael Carter earns award from All Sports Association

Written by Brian Lester on April 19, 2023. Posted in Sports.

Carter wrapped up his second year as a running back with the New York Jets this past season.

Raiders place well at Navy nationals

Written by Brian Lester on April 18, 2023. Posted in Community.

Navarre’s NJROTC unit came through with another strong performance at Navy Nationals at Naval Air Station Pensacola earlier this month.

The Raider battalion was back at nationals and among the top 24 teams that were selected to compete at the event. There are more than 600 NJROTC units in the country.

Season ends for Raider flag football team; future of program bright

Written by Brian Lester on April 18, 2023. Posted in Sports.

Navarre’s flag football team saw its season come to a close last Monday night with a 20-14 loss to rival Gulf Breeze in the District 1-6A tournament.

Courtney Danforth and Bella both scored touchdowns while Jayah Jones tallied the two extra points for the Raiders.

Beachside Church continuing on in spite of recent loss

Written by Hansen Hasenberg on April 17, 2023. Posted in Faith.

If you have ever been on Navarre Beach early one Sunday morning, you might notice a sizeable crowd gathered in the main beach parking lot. The people gathered in the parking lot are not there to tailgate but to worship.

Gulf Breeze High choir program celebrates year one

Written by Hansen Hasenberg on April 17, 2023. Posted in Education.

The Gulf Breeze High School choir’s T-shirts say “making history” on them, a fitting phrase since the 2022-23 school year marks the first time GBHS has had a choir in at least 15 years.

Now that the school year is almost over, GBHS is celebrating the growth and success of their choir program under its director, Kyle Sentell, who is as new to GBHS as the program he leads.