Navarre Paddle Classic returns with expanded two-day event
May 13, 2026
The Navarre Paddle Classic is back, bringing paddlers, spectators and outdoor enthusiasts together for a weekend of competition and community connection. The fifth annual event will return to Navarre…
Seafloor mapping gives insight into Florida’s underwater landscape
May 5, 2026
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has reached a major milestone in its Florida Seafloor Mapping Initiative (FSMI), completing all airborne LiDAR data collection and receiving t…
Saved from Navarre Beach, Crater the sea turtle is released
May 4, 2026
On Earth Day, held each year on April 22, Gulfarium C.A.R.E. Center held a sea turtle release event at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park in Walton County.
Among the five turtles released was Crater, a…
Firefighters take to Pensacola beach this weekend for friendly competition
April 8, 2026
This weekend, Pensacola Beach will be buzzing with excitement as swimmers and firefighters from across the country gather to compete in two premier events on the island.
Rip current rescue highlights safety risks on Navarre Beach
April 7, 2026
Two teenage swimmers were in distress March 31 around 4 p.m. when Navarre Beach lifeguards responded.
The lifeguards rescued the teenagers, who had been caught in a rip current.
Endangered species may be at risk with recent federal exemption for oil, gas industry
April 4, 2026
Fears over what may happen to endangered species in the Gulf of America have heightened after the Endangered Species Committee, also known as the “God Squad,” exempted all oil and gas projects in the…
NOAA, FWC investigating string of dolphin deaths in Florida Panhandle
March 31, 2026
A series of dolphin deaths in the Florida Panhandle has raised concerns and prompted an investigation by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
As of March 23, 44 dolphins have washed a…
Sea turtle stranding team ready for 2026 and beyond
March 30, 2026
Spring is upon us, and that means warmer temperatures both above and below the waves of Navarre Beach.
The increased temperatures will more than likely mean more sea turtles. While sea turtles are a…
Army Corps of Engineers’ report highlights potential dangers of munitions in Northwest Florida waterways
March 25, 2026
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is investigating potential munitions and other military-related hazards across a 138,465-acre area that includes Pensacola Bay, Fort Pickens and parts of the Gulf of…
Foggy first day: Navarre Beach Lifeguards return for 2026
March 11, 2026
The Navarre Beach Lifeguards returned to a foggy Navarre Beach Saturday, March 7.
The lifeguards will be looking to follow up a successful 2025, which saw over 1.9 million visitors, 1.5 million preve…












