SRSO: Argument over food turns physical
SRSO: Argument over food turns physical
An argument over rice allegedly turned physical at a Navarre residence last Friday, leading to the arrest of a Deer Lane man. The suspect, Jory Whyms, was arrested following the alleged incident and charged with Misdemeanor Battery. According to the Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office arrest report, deputies were told by the victim that an … read more
Tax Collector donates to fifth graders at local schools
Tax Collector donates to fifth graders at local schools
On September 20 Stan Nichols, Santa Rosa Tax Collector, presented the Santa Rosa School board with a check to be split between fourteen schools. This was generated in thanks to the Kids Tag Art Program. Each check will go to the fifth grade art program at our Santa Rosa Elementary Schools to be used as … read more
Rotary fundraiser breaks record
Rotary fundraiser breaks record
Rotary Club of Navarre had another record breaking pancake breakfast fundraiser last Saturday at East River Smokehouse in Navarre. Rotary raised almost $12,000 for their Navarre High School scholarship program and other Navarre youth charities, an increase of over $2,000 from last year. Rotary club members along with over 30 NHS JROTC cadets and Interact … read more
Prescribed burns planned for Gulf Island National Seashore
Prescribed burns planned for Gulf Island National Seashore
Gulf Islands National Seashore officials announced this week that they will conduct one to four small controlled burns within the Naval Live Oaks (NLO) Area near Gulf Breeze Proper. Longleaf pine areas of Naval Live Oaks depend on regular fire to maintain this ecosystem type, which is important for gopher tortoises and many other species. … read more
Help ‘Fill the Boot’ for HNPF
Help ‘Fill the Boot’ for HNPF
It’s that time of the year again—time to help Holley-Navarre Professional Firefighters give back to the Muscular Dystrophy Association through the “Fill the Boot” Drive. HNPF is hosting the annual drive at the Navarre Walmart today from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. and tomorrow (Saturday) from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Walmart. Firefighters will … read more
HNFD urges residents to check smoke alarms
HNFD urges residents to check smoke alarms
Do you know how old your smoke alarm is? Holley-Navarre Fire District wants to make sure you do as part of Fire Prevention Week, which takes place Oct. 9 through Oct. 15. A recent study by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) revealed that only a small percentage of people know how old their smoke … read more
Charting a new course for Navarre
Charting a new course for Navarre
Photo credit Amie Williamson District 4 County Commissioner Rob Williamson doesn’t shy away from addressing tough, controversial issues. He’s aimed at making progress, and people are paying attention. On Tuesday, Williamson hosted a public meeting on the “Heart of Navarre” Tourism Corridor, and an overflow crowd of about 75 people packed the Navarre Visitor Information … read more
Hiring event Friday at Santa Rosa Correctional Institution
Hiring event Friday at Santa Rosa Correctional Institution
The Florida Department of Corrections will host a recruitment event at Santa Rosa Correctional Institution. WHAT: The Florida Department of Corrections is seeking qualified individuals to join our agency. If possible, please bring the following: driver’s license, legible copy of birth certificate, social security card, high school diploma, GED or college transcripts and any … read more
Navarre Beach Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation expenditures
Navarre Beach Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation expenditures
More documents will be posted soon. Story will be posted Friday.
Local pens book about human trafficking
Local pens book about human trafficking
Skip Orth is known locally as an expert on lawn care. But he’s also garnering recognition as an author on a mission to help stop human trafficking. Orth recently published a book called “If I could talk to you about human trafficking this is what I would say…” The 117-page book describes the complicated issues … read more
