Navarre’s Rickie Joe Wilson gaining traction on independent country music circuit
January 25, 2024
Although he is now known as the “Reggae Redneck,” (in honor of one of his songs), Rickie Joe Wilson began his life and career in music in the Hoosier state. Originally from southern Indiana, Wilson h…
6 Raiders make All-State Chorus trip to Tampa
January 18, 2024
Navarre High School was well represented in Florida’s All-State Chorus. Six students traveled down to Tampa Jan. 10-13 to sing with the best high school singers in the state.
Warhorse Project looks to expand community involvement, continue facility development
January 12, 2024
At the end of Clearview St. on Garcon Point, you’ll find a gated, 30-acre property with some interesting inhabitants. The property is home to eight horses, a donkey and a litany of pigs. The people w…
‘Kayak Dave’ remembered as friend, volunteer
January 2, 2024
Dave Barker, an avid kayaker and community volunteer in Navarre, passed away Saturday, Dec. 23, after a battle with cancer.
Sixth Annual Pirate Plunge planned for New Year’s Day
December 27, 2023
The Pirates on the Panhandle Social Club, a 501c3 nonprofit group, will be hosting their annual ‘Pirate Plunge’ event Monday, Jan. 1 (New Year’s Day), at Andy D’s Beachside Restaurant starting at 11…
Winter brings cooler temps, less activity for some animals
December 20, 2023
Although Florida’s winters aren’t nearly as cold as other parts of the United States, the Sunshine State is not without its cold season, especially in the northern part of the state.
Gulf Breeze interfaith event rallies support for Israel
December 17, 2023
Following the grisly attacks of Oct. 7 on Israeli citizens, which claimed 1,200 lives, and the subsequent Israel-Hamas War, the world’s attention has been focused on Israel and Palestine.
New Southend high school breaks ground
December 13, 2023
With shovels in hand and hardhats on their heads, members from Santa Rosa County school board ushered in the beginning of a new era for education on the south end of the county Wednesday, Dec. 6. The…
Harmony in Navarre
December 12, 2023
High bell tones rang throughout Navarre Park Dec. 8. The joy on faces of children and adults alike was evident Friday morning as the Navarre Rotary Harmony Park project wrapped up and the eight Freen…
Gulf Breeze church hopes to unite local churches behind Israel with event
December 8, 2023
The world was in shock after the attack on Israel that took place in October. Now, uniting to demonstrate their support for the nation of Israel and its peoples, local faith leaders are joining toget…