FHP to collect supplies for Hurricane Laura victims
FHP to collect supplies for Hurricane Laura victims
Florida Highway Patrol – Troop A, which consists of Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa, Walton, Holmes, Washington, Jackson, Bay, Calhoun and Gulf counties, is collecting supplies for the people of Louisiana in the aftermath of Hurricane Laura. FHP is requesting items such as non-perishable food, water, Gatorade, plastic containers, cleaning supplies, and board games for kids. … read more
Families finally reunited with seniors
Families finally reunited with seniors
Following roughly six months of quarantine, Randy Bryant was able to visit his parents, Bill & Ginny Bryant, in person. The couple celebrated their 71st anniversary on August 14, and Bill turned 93 on August 23. Randy praised Navarre Gardens’ staff for the care they have provided since the state-mandated restrictions were put into place. … read more
Suspect in fatal hit & run sought by police
Suspect in fatal hit & run sought by police
A fatal hit and run collision occurred August 27 on County Road 95A (Palafox Street) just north of Johnson Avenue. A dark colored vehicle was traveling north on County Road 95A when it collided with the rear of a bicyclist who was also traveling north on County Road 95A. Just after the crash, the vehicle fled … read more
Billory Bell: The Call to Worship
Billory Bell: The Call to Worship
Photo courtesy Frank Hardy Collection SPONSORED BY NAVARRE LUMBER Billory’s bell is never far away from the minds of the people of Holley who once heard her throughout the woods, rivers, and creeks of Holley-Navarre on Sunday mornings so long ago. She was a reminder that it was time to come and worship our Lord; … read more
Virtual Participation Option Added to Fenner Ride 2020
Virtual Participation Option Added to Fenner Ride 2020
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida (BBBSNWFL), along with the West Florida Wheelmen Bicycle Club present the annual Fenner Ride on Oct. 31, 2020. The event will be held at the Milton Community Center located at 5629 Byrom St. Milton, Fla. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and respect to social distancing, BBBSNWFL has added … read more
State advises Floridians to Verify Disinfectants for COVID-19 Effectiveness
State advises Floridians to Verify Disinfectants for COVID-19 Effectiveness
As new disinfectants claiming effectiveness against the coronavirus rise in popularity across the U.S., the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services’ (FDACS) Division of Agricultural Environmental Services is encouraging consumers to make sure that the products they choose qualify for use against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, before purchasing or using them at … read more
Fish Rules App now expanded to include freshwater regulations
Fish Rules App now expanded to include freshwater regulations
The wait is over! Fish Rules App now includes freshwater fishing regulations. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is excited to announce that their successful partnership with the Fish Rules App has now expanded. “The Division of Freshwater Fisheries Management is thrilled that the Fish Rules App is now available for freshwater. We … read more
Bears new hazard for Eglin runways
Bears new hazard for Eglin runways
Florida Black Bears are growing in population and base wildlife managers need Eglin personnel’s help to keep them, as well as the mission, safe. Recent bear sightings on and around the flightline and active runways generated concern among Eglin’s Natural Resources Management section, also known as Jackson Guard. “Bears have been seen crossing Runway 01/19 … read more
Coast Guard Cutter Reliance arrives in new homeport in Pensacola
Coast Guard Cutter Reliance arrives in new homeport in Pensacola
The crew of Coast Guard Cutter Reliance (WMEC-615) arrived Monday at the cutter’s new homeport in Pensacola, Florida, following a dry dock and Caribbean patrol. The Reliance crew oversaw repairs to the cutter followed by migrant repatriation efforts in the Windward Pass supporting Coast Guard 7th District operations. The cutter and crew departed their former … read more
Reducing the risk of CWD spreading into Florida through requirements on importing deer carcasses
Reducing the risk of CWD spreading into Florida through requirements on importing deer carcasses
Currently, Florida is one of 24 states where chronic wasting disease, or CWD, has NOT been detected. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is continuing its work to reduce the risk of CWD spreading into our state, and your involvement in these efforts is vital. Knowing and following the requirements for importing harvested … read more
