Congressman Patronis looks to legalize machine guns
May 22, 2026
On Friday, May 22, U.S. Rep. Jimmy Patronis, who represents Northwest Florida in Congress, introduced the Firearm Freedom Act.
If passed, the Act will eliminate the 1986 Hughes Amendment, which banne…
AAA: 2.66 million Floridians travel for Memorial Day weekend
May 21, 2026
This Memorial Day, AAA is projecting Floridians to be on the move.
According to AAA, 2.66 million Floridians will travel at least 50 miles from home for Memorial Day weekend. The number of travelers…
Two injured following incident on Eglin AFB
May 21, 2026
An incident occurred Thursday, May 21, at approximately 2 p.m., resulting in injuries to two personnel.
Santa Rosa County officials prepare for disaster
May 21, 2026
The scenario: A news flash comes across about reports of something falling out of the sky over Santa Rosa County.
Early reports say there is heavy damage to the Blackwater River Bridge. Interstate 10…
Keeping seniors cool
May 21, 2026
As temperatures rise this summer, it’s important for the elderly to stay cool.
With that in mind, Pete Moore Automotive Team is once again partnering with Council on Aging of West Florida for the Sen…
FDOT: Highway 87 S resurfacing to be complete by winter 2026
May 20, 2026
The Florida Department of Transportation estimates resurfacing work on Highway 87 S will be completed by winter 2026. Construction on the project began in late 2025.
The section of roadway being resu…
America250FL Freedom Tour rolls into Woodlawn Beach Middle School
May 20, 2026
The Florida Freedom Tour, a mobile history museum initiative, rolled into Santa Rosa County May 11. The tour’s stop was Woodlawn Beach Middle School.
Former fire chief reportedly violates probation again
May 20, 2026
Former Navarre Beach Fire and Rescue District Chief Danny Fureigh reportedly violated probation for the second time in less than a month.
Local group to sail Viking ship from Europe to Northwest Florida in 2027
May 19, 2026
Around two dozen people are building and plan to sail a ninth-century Viking ship replica across the Atlantic Ocean using only oars and sails. The destination: Northwest Florida. According to Blade H…
Memorial Day events planned for Santa Rosa County
May 18, 2026
With Memorial Day approaching, plans are underway for two events in Santa Rosa County honoring servicemembers who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. Navarre and Milton will host ev…











