Volunteers sought for beach ambassador program
Volunteers sought for beach ambassador program
Santa Rosa County’s UF/IFAS Extension Office is launching a new program, the Navarre Beach Ambassadors, dedicated to promoting safe enjoyment of Navarre Beach. The office is seeking local volunteers to walk the beach and interact with both local and visiting beachgoers. Interested individuals are invited to training sessions on either Wed., June 20, from 3-4:30 … read more
County population could reach 180K in 2020
County population could reach 180K in 2020
Santa Rosa County’s population boom could reach a record 180,000 residents by 2020, according to the University of Florida’s Bureau of Economic and Business Research. That’s up from 117,743 in 2000. The Bureau of Labor Statistics shows Santa Rosa County has a 3.2 percent unemployment rate — down from a 2010 peak of 10 percent. … read more
Police catch suspect tossing stolen items in bushes
Police catch suspect tossing stolen items in bushes
Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office on June 14 was dispatched to Walmart Supercenter in Navarre in reference to a suspicious person. A responding deputy witnessed the suspect, later identified as Kayla Marie Zengri, 30, tossing some bags into bushes. An officer recovered the bags containing items which appeared to have been taken from Walmart. “Most … read more
Six rehabilitated sea turtles scheduled for release tomorrow
Six rehabilitated sea turtles scheduled for release tomorrow
Lefty, a rehabilitated sea turtle at the Gulfarium C.A.R.E. Center, received treatment after being hooked in the eye at Navarre Beach Fishing Pier. The Gulfarium’s C.A.R.E. Center will be releasing six rehabilitated sea turtles on Tuesday, June 19, 2018 at 9am. The press and public are invited to attend the occasion. Tuesday’s release will … read more
Beach wheelchairs now available
Beach wheelchairs now available
As the first official day of summer rapidly approaches, Navarre Beach is sporting safety and accessibility improvements to better serve beachgoers. Santa Rosa County’s Tourism Development Office recently purchased two beach-friendly wheelchairs so persons of all abilities can reach the beach. The cushioned chairs feature balloon-like wheels designed to roll over sand and include an … read more
Personal finance component added to middle school curriculum
Personal finance component added to middle school curriculum
Recently Culver’s restaurant in Navarre announced sponsorship of a Dave Ramsey’s Foundations in Personal Finance Class for local students. Organizers also reached out to Holley-Navarre Middle School, which has since added a personal finance component to the middle school curriculum. Culver’s local franchise owner Honey Smith and Navarre resident Michelle Abrams partnered to host the … read more
Greater Chamber to host Navarre Beach Bash music festival
Greater Chamber to host Navarre Beach Bash music festival
The Greater Navarre Area Chamber of Commerce has partnered with Broussard’s Bayou Grill to bring a music festival to Navarre Beach on October 13. The Navarre Area Board of Realtors is also a partner in the event. The inaugural Navarre Beach Bash will take place in the county-owned parking lot and pavilions adjacent to and … read more
Longtime school administrator enters school board race
Longtime school administrator enters school board race
A race is now on to replace Santa Rosa County District 1 School Board Member Diane Scott. Rod Gracey, a longtime school district administrator, pre-filed today. Linda Sanborn had been the sole candidate seeking the seat. Gracey, a student & family services area specialist for the district, served as Principal of Bagdad Elementary from 1987-2004. … read more
Tropical activity to bring heavy rain and gusty winds across central Gulf
Tropical activity to bring heavy rain and gusty winds across central Gulf
The National Hurricane Center is monitoring tropical activity which is expected to bring heavy rains and gusty winds across the central Gulf of Mexico tomorrow. According to the NHC’s 7 p.m. CDT update, the conditions are expected to reach southwest Louisiana and portions of the Texas coast by Sunday. However, NHC reports that chances of … read more
Projected 7.4 percent increase in property tax revenues
Projected 7.4 percent increase in property tax revenues
Santa Rosa County Commissioners this afternoon will host the first of two public budget workshops for the fiscal year 2018-2019 budget, which includes a projected $4.5 million increase in revenues from ad valorem taxes. The Santa Rosa County Property Appraiser’s Office June 1 estimate for property tax revenues projected the 7.4 percent increase. Per supporting … read more
