Navarre meteorologist retires after 40 years of service
July 2, 2025
Navarre local David Biggar has always been fascinated by weather. Since he was a young boy, you could say his head was “in the clouds” – in a good way, daydreaming about studying weather for the rest…
Santa Rosa County commissioners workshop 2026 county budget
July 2, 2025
The Santa Rosa County Board of Commissioners reviewed the county’s current funds and revenue at their draft budget meeting on June 23. The board weighed opportunities to limit current construction pr…
Multiple gas leaks in Navarre reportedly caused by fiber optic boring
July 1, 2025
The Holley-Navarre Fire District has seen an uptick in calls related to gas main leaks in the past couple of months, outside of the typical calls for medical emergencies or structure fires.
Acco…
Gulf Breeze Zoo celebrates birth of new giraffe calf
July 1, 2025
The Gulf Breeze Zoo has announced the birth of Kahlani, a female reticulated giraffe calf.
Born May 9, Kahlani stands six feet tall and weighs 151 pounds. She is the daughter of two other Gulf B…
UWF President Saunders speaks on resignation
June 30, 2025
“It was time,” University of West Florida President Dr. Martha Saunders said when asked about her decision to resign from her role.
Florida State Archives want your disaster recovery photos
June 27, 2025
Florida Secretary of State Cord Byrd is calling on the public to help preserve history.
Byrd recently announced the State Archives of Florida is seeking photographs for its newest photographic c…
New Florida law increases course hour requirement for teens learning to drive
June 26, 2025
A bill recently signed into law by Gov. Ron DeSantis will require teenagers earning their learner’s permit to complete a six-hour driver’s safety course, in addition to a driving rules knowledge test…
SRC Animal Services using innovative technology to help reunite lost pets with families
June 26, 2025
Santa Rosa County Animal Services (SRCAS) is joining forces with Petco Love, a national nonprofit organization working to lead and inspire change for pets – and animal welfare organizations across th…
St. Paul UMC celebrates 70 years of faith, fellowship
June 25, 2025
St. Paul United Methodist Church has entered its golden years.
In July, the church will celebrate the 70th anniversary of its founding. The church began in 1955 with a single building as its san…
Storm rolls through Navarre bringing lightning, high winds, extra work for first responders
June 24, 2025
As a strong line of severe weather made its way through the Navarre area Monday evening, June 23, emergency crews from across south Santa Rosa County had their hands full.
At approximately 6:30 p.m…