PICTURES: Navarre High School Awards Night
May 15, 2026
Navarre High School held its annual Senior Awards Night Thursday, May 14, in the school gymnasium. The event celebrated the academic accomplishments of the Class of 2026.
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…
A look inside: Soundside High prepared for next school year
May 12, 2026
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 prin…
Navarre brain cancer survivor thanks God for saving her life
May 12, 2026
Jan. 1, 2026, was anything but fun for Monica McBrien, who works for Santa Rosa County Tourism Development Office. While many were ringing in the new year with fireworks, she suffered a seizure.
Afte…
Navarre Beach sea turtle season begins
May 11, 2026
From May 1 through the end of October, sea turtles come onto Florida beaches to nest. Navarre Beach has seen its fair share of nests over the years.
At the highest point, the beach had nearly 20 nest…
Arc Gateway opens new sensory room at South Santa Rosa location
May 11, 2026
A few dozen people crowded into Arc Gateway’s South Santa Rosa Adult Day Center for the grand opening of a sensory room.
Arc Gateway serves adults with special needs across the Emerald Coast. The sou…
Alzheimer’s Disease support group now meeting at Navarre Gardens
May 11, 2026
Each month, a support group for caregivers meets at Navarre Gardens. The common thread among those who attend: They care for a person with Alzheimer’s disease.
According to the Alzheimer’s Associatio…
Keyhive shows up for Keyla Richardson’s hometown visit
May 7, 2026
Fans dressed in black and yellow filled the streets of downtown Pensacola May 6 as Keyla Richardson made her way back through her hometown as American Idol film crews followed her. A top three finali…
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…
PICTURES: Holley-Navarre Middle Art Show
May 4, 2026
Holley-Navarre Middle School hosted its annual art show April 30. The art displayed represented students across multiple grade levels.











