AlertSantaRosa keeps residents updated with free, customized emergency notifications
AlertSantaRosa keeps residents updated with free, customized emergency notifications
With the first day of summer comes the potential for seasonal thunderstorms and flooding rains. Get emergency notifications for up to five county addresses in the best format for you through AlertSantaRosa – now with the addition of Blackwater River and Coldwater Creek flooding alerts. AlertSantaRosa provides Santa Rosa residents with free emergency notifications such as flash floods, … read more
Santa Rosa eighth graders ranked top in state math testing
Santa Rosa eighth graders ranked top in state math testing
Santa Rosa County School District is celebrating students’ performance on state testing following last week’s release of scoring. “This year’s results reestablish Santa Rosa County as a top performer as compared to the other districts in the state,” stated Assistant Superintendent Bill Emerson. Emerson reported that 8th graders ranked #1 in the state for mathematics. “In … read more
Utility seeks four board members
Utility seeks four board members
Holley-Navarre Water System is accepting applications for candidates to serve on its volunteer board, following the recent resignation and removal of four directors. HNWS President James Calkins resigned June 15, stating he was no longer a resident of Navarre. Last month HNWS Treasurer Ricki DeSantis also resigned, citing health reasons. Presently three duly elected board … read more
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
