Florida House passes ‘Cassie’s Law’
January 19, 2024
The Florida House of Representatives on Wednesday unanimously passed the Cassie Carli Law, sponsored by Rep. Dr. Joel Rudman, R-Navarre. The bill would protect at-risk parents in child custody exchan…
Town Center developer withdraws zoning application
January 18, 2024
Santa Rosa County Development Services announced Thursday, Jan. 18, that the Town Center Project had withdrawn their rezoning application. Robert “Bob” Benaquis, the owner of TC’s Front Porch and the…
County, Navy to share cost for Clear Creek property
January 18, 2024
James Calkins hinted last year that he was working on a project to bring more recreation to north Santa Rosa County. He unveiled his plan last week at the Santa Rosa County Board of County Commission…
Santa Rosa County Announces Official Name for Newest High School, Soundside High School
January 17, 2024
Following a collaborative effort by the district’s Facility Names Committee, comprised of two assistant superintendents, a director, a principal, a parent, and a community member, Santa Rosa County i…
Navarre Krewe of Jesters prepare for 2024 Mardi Gras parade
January 17, 2024
Following the cancellation of the 2023 Mardi Gras parade, the Navarre Krewe of Jesters are hoping the 2024 iteration of the parade will not only go off without a hitch but will be bigger and better t…
Things to consider when driving in icy conditions
January 16, 2024
Freezing rain and ice are road hazards that Florida motorists seldom encounter, but such conditions can and have occurred in the state. Florida Highway Patrol wants you to know what to do by practici…
Parker announces he will seek a third term
January 16, 2024
Santa Rosa County Commission Chairman Sam Parker announced today that he has pre-filed to run for re-election to the Board of County Commissioners’ District 1 seat.
Noah knows news
January 16, 2024
Galveston Court may be just another road in Navarre to most people, but for one 12-year-old boy, it’s a place with a story to tell.
Freezing temperatures – how to protect your pipes
January 15, 2024
With freezing temperatures approaching, here are a few simple measures HNWS members can take to ready their home’s plumbing. External, exposed pipes are naturally the most vulnerable to freezing. It…
Second annual Pensacola Bay Snake Report provides insight into serpent numbers
January 15, 2024
When some people hear the word, “snake,” it often elicits responses such as screams or shivers up the spine. While a fear of snakes, which sometimes manifests itself in ophidiophobia, a more intense…







