County asks state to consider reducing bear population
County asks state to consider reducing bear population
A 475-pound bear, pictured, was shot and killed October 20 in Navarre. A second bear was also shot and killed October 27 near Blackwater River State Forest. According to FWC, shooting a bear is a second-degree misdemeanor punishable by a $500 fine and/or 60 days in jail along with six months probation. Santa Rosa County … read more
Santa Rosa Tourism receives additional $150K from BP
Santa Rosa Tourism receives additional $150K from BP
Santa Rosa County is receiving an unexpected additional allocation of $150,000 from the BP Gulf Seafood and Tourism Promotion Fund, and the extra money will be used to target out-of-state visitors through advertising in Georgia, Tennessee and Arkansas and for brochures. The Gulf Seafood and Tourism Promotion Fund has been distributed to affected areas along … read more
Unsafe structures at Navarre Park to be removed
Unsafe structures at Navarre Park to be removed
Santa Rosa County Public Works Director Stephen Furman is recommending the county approve $29,500 for the demolition of unsafe structures at Navarre Park, following a request by Commission Chairman Rob Williamson to address the matter. “The existing boardwalk and performance pier at the Navarre Park have deteriorated to the point that they now closed to … read more
Estate helps fund $300K landscaping project around iconic beach sign
Estate helps fund $300K landscaping project around iconic beach sign
The City of Gulf Breeze kicked off a gateway beautification project this week. The nearly $300,000 highway landscaping project is being partially funded by an estate bequest from the late Jo Campbell Mix Nutt. In addition, the City received funds from the Escambia County Board of Commissioners to enhance landscaping on SR 399 at the … read more
Pop-up Shop to benefit Navarre Park project
Pop-up Shop to benefit Navarre Park project
Recently the Starfish Project of Northwest Florida stepped up to the plate and offered to help raise funds for Navarre Park improvements, aiming to help make the park equipment ADA compliant Toward that end, the nonprofit, which assists families with special needs, has organized a vendor market called “Pop-up Shop” from 10 a.m. until 2 … read more
Stranger Danger!
Stranger Danger!
A safety message from Lt. Jason Erlemann, Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office District 2 Officer in Charge: We are investigating two cases of suspicious persons roaming around school bus stops in Navarre. Parents should speak to their children about how to deal with this type of activity. It seems to be stereotypical luring, offering candy, … read more
Man sought for indecent exposure and lewd & lascivious behavior
Man sought for indecent exposure and lewd & lascivious behavior
A white male, driving a white Dodge Caravan, possibly 2005 – 2007, entered the Publix parking lot in Gulf Breeze October 2 and parked next to a juvenile female and began masturbating inside his vehicle. The male subject then drove to the Live Oak Shopping Center and parked outside of Gulf Breeze Aerobics and Fitness. … read more
Lunch for a Cause to benefit Wildlife Refuge
Lunch for a Cause to benefit Wildlife Refuge
The Greater Navarre Area Chamber of Commerce and Samurai Japanese Steak House and Sushi are joining forces again to host Lunch for a Cause from 11:45 a.m. until 1:15 p.m. on December 5. Attendees choose from steak, chicken or shrimp hibachi and enjoy an assortment of appetizers and non-alcoholic beverages. Tickets for the event are … read more
Sacred Heart to provide free flu shots in November
Sacred Heart to provide free flu shots in November
During November, Sacred Heart Health System will provide free flu shots at locations in Pensacola and Gulf Breeze for adults who are poor, elderly or uninsured. Only individuals ages 18+ are eligible for these flu shots. Following is the November schedule for adult screenings: · Nov. 1 from 9 to 11:30 a.m. at St. Ann … read more
Teachers of the Year announced
Teachers of the Year announced
West Navarre Primary’s Teacher of the Year, Christina Andrus, left, congratulated by West Navarre Primary Principal Billy Price Santa Rosa Education Foundation is pleased to announce the 33 nominees for Santa Rosa Teacher of the Year. Nominees were selected by their peers at each school throughout the district: Becky Nation, Avalon Middle; Laura Rader, Bagdad … read more
