Eddy recommends Abell as his replacement
Eddy recommends Abell as his replacement
When Gulf Breeze’s Deputy City Manager Samantha Abell came aboard with the city last August, she came at a time when current City Manager Edwin “Buz” Eddy was looking to hang up his hat. Eddy made the announcement regarding his retirement, effective May 1, back in January to city council and at Wednesday’s Executive Committee … read more
Longtime residents remember Jaws 2 filming
Longtime residents remember Jaws 2 filming
Long-time locals remember the filming of Jaws 2 at Navarre Beach in the fall of 1977. And some, including students at then Holley-Navarre Elementary and Gulf Breeze High School, were extras in the blockbuster sequel to Steven Spielberg’s 1975 classic horror film about a great white shark terrorizing beachgoers. Three mechanical sharks, including the one … read more
Gaetz to recognize Navarre High NJROTC
Gaetz to recognize Navarre High NJROTC
On Wednesday, Feb. 1, Orienteers with the Navarre High School NJROTC program will receive a round of applause from Congressman Matt Gaetz for their recent accomplishments. Nathen Nelson will be on hand that day to present the Orienteers with letters signed by Gaetz recognizing their hard work in recent months. The presentation will start at … read more
Navarre Garden Club Arbor Day planting pays tribute to local legend
Navarre Garden Club Arbor Day planting pays tribute to local legend
The Navarre Garden Club held a special Arbor Day ceremony at the Holley Ball Park on Friday, Jan. 20 to pay tribute to a much loved Navarre resident who recently passed away. The group invited County Commissioner Rob Williamson to help plant the tree and the group dedicated the tree in memory of Shirley Lee … read more
Event to raise funds for police K-9
Event to raise funds for police K-9
During the week of February 27, some of the best police K-9’s in America will travel to Navarre to participate in the United States Police Canine Association National Detector Dog Trials. The highly sought after competition will put those K-9’s to the test and also help the Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office raise funds for … read more
The Gentle Giant
The Gentle Giant
If I went around Northwest Florida and asked people to use a phrase to describe Gulf Breeze City Manager Edwin “Buz” Eddy, I think a number of people would say “gentle giant”. At over 6 foot tall, the former basketball star may seem intimidating, but he’s anything but. Don’t take my word for it? Visit … read more
East Bay Boulevard work begins
East Bay Boulevard work begins
Work has already begun on a 4.5-mile road resurfacing project in the south end of Santa Rosa County, which is expected to cause traffic delays over the next several weeks. The county’s paving contractor, Panhandle Grading and Paving, Inc. started work on a $1 million paving project on East Bay Boulevard in Navarre on Monday, … read more
Buz Eddy hanging up hat
Buz Eddy hanging up hat
After 25 years of service as the Gulf Breeze City Manager, the well-known Edwin “Buz” Eddy, is hanging up his hat. This week, Eddy announced his plans to retire to city council and also outlined his succession plan. Eddy plans to step into a new position a Special Advisor to the City Manager as part … read more
National champ comes home
National champ comes home
It didn’t take long for Jordan Leggett to pack his bags and head back home after his team’s 35-31 win at the College National Championship over the University of Alabama on Monday. The Navarre High School grad and Clemson University tight end was spotted by locals at Alphy’s Family Restaurant in Navarre Wednesday. Kenny Wilder, … read more
City wants hold on pot shops
City wants hold on pot shops
While Santa Rosa County officials are working diligently to adhere to a new amendment that was passed in November regarding the sale of medical marijuana, City of Gulf Breeze officials are looking to keep pot shops out of Proper until they can get a better game plan under their belts regarding the location of the … read more
