Tropical Storm Sally may bring wind and heavy rains to area – make preparations now
Tropical Storm Sally may bring wind and heavy rains to area – make preparations now
The Navarre area is depicted by an aqua-colored circle on the graphic which shows our area is expected to receive 10-15 inches of rain Tropical Storm Sally has formed in the gulf off south Florida and a tropical storm watch is now in effect for Santa Rosa County. A tropical storm watch means that tropical … read more
Navarre scrimmage typical for 2020; Raiders made do in bad circumstance
Navarre scrimmage typical for 2020; Raiders made do in bad circumstance
Quarterback Jason Deal finishes his follow-through under pressure in Friday’s brief scrimmage in Russell Stadium. (Photo by Stuart Camp) The elements forced Navarre to cancel their scrimmage in Bennett C. Russell Stadium. They were able to get a handful of snaps off outside in front of a small crowd of parents and classmates. On the … read more
City of Milton Splash Pad could remain open until October 15
City of Milton Splash Pad could remain open until October 15
In June 2020, the Milton Splash rules were adopted by City Council and the facility opened to the public for the first time. Since that time, the Splash Pad has become a focal point of community activity and an overwhelming success. Staff will be asking City Council to officially extend the closing date from September … read more
Santa Rosa Schools to provide Free Meals for All Children 18 and younger
Santa Rosa Schools to provide Free Meals for All Children 18 and younger
During this continuing Corona virus pandemic Santa Rosa County School District in partnership with our food service management company, Sodexo, have continued to search for innovative ways to feed our children and ensure the child population in our area are served. Through a program recently approved by the USDA, and authorized by Superintendent Tim Wyrosdick, … read more
Fort Pickens Fishing Pier to Temporarily Close September 19 for clean up
Fort Pickens Fishing Pier to Temporarily Close September 19 for clean up
Gulf Islands National Seashore will temporarily close the fishing pier at Fort Pickens to all visitor access on Saturday, September 19, to complete an underwater clean-up. Gulf Islands National Seashore has partnered with 3rd Coast Divers to conduct the underwater marine debris cleanup as the water immediately around the fishing pier can become cluttered with … read more
Santa Rosa County 911 Coordinator receives national recognition
Santa Rosa County 911 Coordinator receives national recognition
Santa Rosa County 911 Coordinator Kevin Sowell was recognized as NICE’s Public Safety Answering Point’s finest technician of the year. Sowell has been employed with Santa Rosa County since October 1992 and has been a dispatcher, a dispatch supervisor and 911 coordinator as well as serving as the quality assurance and training coordinator for the last seven years. He has led significant … read more
Rotary Club of Navarre announces plans for a Harmony Park project at Navarre Park
Rotary Club of Navarre announces plans for a Harmony Park project at Navarre Park
Rotary Club of Navarre announced Wednesday that the organization’s Harmony Park project will be included in the Phase I redevelopment of Navarre Park, which is expected to begin in October, following a lengthy delay due to permitting issues. Rotary’s Harmony Park will include high-quality outdoor musical instruments, sea-themed seating and sunshades. The park’s location will … read more
$1.6M in housing assistance available to Santa Rosa residents
$1.6M in housing assistance available to Santa Rosa residents
The Santa Rosa County Housing Department has been awarded $1.6 million in Coronavirus Relief Funds from the Florida Housing Finance Corporation for mortgage/rent/utility assistance for residents who have been negatively impacted by COVID-19. The funding will be used to provide financial assistance to eligible Santa Rosa County homeowners/renters who are currently unemployed or underemployed as … read more
Fall Festival season in Santa Rosa County kicks off Friday!
Fall Festival season in Santa Rosa County kicks off Friday!
This year marks the 17th Annual Beaches to Woodlands Tour, a series of family-friendly fall festivities from September through the beginning of November. Enjoy the crisp air as you pick your own pumpkin, fish the many waters in Santa Rosa County and discover new cultural attractions. The 30th Annual Juana Good Times Regatta, Sept. 11-13, is designed … read more
Gulf of Mexico Drilling Moratorium Extended for 10 Years
Gulf of Mexico Drilling Moratorium Extended for 10 Years
U.S. President Donald J. Trump and legislators are receiving praise for extending a ban on drilling in the Gulf of Mexico and on Florida’s Atlantic Coast. “Today, Florida’s future has been secured for another generation. This monumental decision by President Trump to ban drilling off Florida’s coast demonstrates his deep and abiding commitment to our … read more
