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Holley-Navarre’s Founding Families Celebrate Rich Local Heritage at Reunion
Despite claims by newcomers, who unknowingly celebrated 2025 as Navarre’s 100th anniversary, early settlers actually migrated to Holley-Navarre in the 1800s, and many of their descendants gathered Saturday at Holley Assembly of God for a heartfelt reunion. Harvell descendant Wendy Lincoln was recognized at the beginning of the event for her dedication to organizing the … read more
Illegal Flyers Being Placed in Mailboxes Contain Misleading Information
Placing flyers in mailboxes without proper postage is a federal offense under U.S. law, and the fine can be up to $10,000 per violation. But the real danger might be the misleading content on flyers, which have been distributed in Allentown, Chumuckla and other rural areas and attempt to undo work done to help … read more
LIES, LIES, LIES: Santa Rosa REC Member Spreads False Information about GOP Official
It’s hard to remember back when the Santa Rosa County Republican Executive Committee was a respected organization under the prudent, wise leadership of former Chairwoman Mary Golden. Since that time, Sharon Regan took over as chairwoman, and the group has become infested with wannabes – many of whom failed in their efforts to win an … read more
PANHANDLE PIONEERS: Broxson Family Settled East Bay during Civil War
Long-time locals with deep roots will gather on November 1 at Holley Assembly’s dome to celebrate their rich heritage. The potluck luncheon will start at 11 a.m. Those whose families settled the area in the 1800s are cordially invited to attend. One of the families attending event will be descendants of the Broxson family, who … read more
Former Florida Senator Douglas Broxson Selected for Board of Governors of the State University System
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of former Florida Senator Douglas Broxson to the Board of Governors of the State University System. A respected leader in the Florida Legislature during his many years of service, Broxson, a resident of Gulf Breeze, worked with the Governor on generational wins in education and other areas. “As … read more
TEENS JAILED FOR RACING ON U.S. 98 AT 100 MPH
Hayden Matthew Wallace, 19, and Noah Thomas Young, both of Pensacola, were booked into Santa Rosa County Jail around 11 p.m., on October 21 after being clocked at 100 mph while racing on U.S. 98. “The vehicles were racing in the National Seashore and clocked at 100 mph in a 45-mph zone,” per Gulf Breeze … read more
Wellness Addition Planned for Navarre YMCA
YMCA of NW Florida plans construction of a 2,116 square-foot building addition, and associated roof drain connection to the existing pond, for the Betty J. Pullum Family YMCA, located on Pawnee Street in Navarre. The wellness building addition will be constructed on the northeast side of the building, adjacent to the pool. The site was … read more
