County pushes reopening of beach restaurant
County pushes reopening of beach restaurant
County commissioners are pushing for the reopening of a Navarre Beach restaurant which has been vacant since the end of 2015. “We spent three-quarters of a million dollars on advertising tourism to bring people to the beach, and it’s the first thing you see when you come across the bridge,” Commissioner Sam Parker said. So … read more
New beach signage to be erected this week
New beach signage to be erected this week
Just in time for Memorial Day weekend, traditional start of the local tourist season, new welcome signage is being installed around Navarre, replacing the former “Florida’s Best Kept Secret” signs. Record-breaking growth in county tourist tax revenue over the past decade supports the change – with income generated by overnight visitors to the county shooting … read more
Let’s go glamping!
Let’s go glamping!
There’s a new, upscale way to go camping in Navarre! A brand new 27-foot Airstream is parked at Santa Rosa RV Resort on U.S. 98 and ready for those who want to go camping but prefer to do so in a more glamorous style called “glamping.” Jill and Scott Christopher, who have earned Airbnb superhost … read more
Retail store planned for Hwy. 87 S
Retail store planned for Hwy. 87 S
A roughly 8,320-square-foot commercial retail store is planned for the southeast corner of the intersection of Hwy. 87 S at Turkey Bluff Road/East Bay Boulevard. The Santa Rosa County Zoning Board on Thursday will discuss a variance request from Southeastern Retail Development which would allow metal siding on three sides of the proposed new commercial … read more
New Butterfly House facility planned for Navarre Park
New Butterfly House facility planned for Navarre Park
The Panhandle Butterfly House located inside Navarre Park opened today for its 20th season, and Santa Rosa County Commission Chairman Rob Williamson shared the park’s new master plan with attendees. In addition to a new Butterfly House facility, which will be constructed closer to the existing Santa Rosa County Visitor Information Center, the plan also includes … read more
An Open Letter to Commissioner Rob Williamson from the Navarre Area Board of Realtors
Broxson Outdoors weighs in on three-day Snapper season
Broxson Outdoors weighs in on three-day Snapper season
NOAA Fisheries on Tuesday announced that recreational fisherman will only be allowed to catch Red Snapper in federal waters for three days in 2017. The 2017 season will begin Thursday, June 1st and close Saturday, June 3rd. So, if you are like most people and work during the week, or if you have kids in school and can’t … read more
Broxson to speak about legislative session at Greater Navarre Chamber Breakfast
Broxson to speak about legislative session at Greater Navarre Chamber Breakfast
The Greater Navarre Area Chamber of Commerce today announced Florida Senator Doug Broxson will be guest speaker at the group’s June 9 monthly breakfast. Broxson plans to speak about local issues related to the current legislative session, such as Triumph Gulf Coast funding, an additional homestead exemption proposed for the 2018 ballot and Garcon Point Bridge. … read more
Celebrate Earth Day with our waterways
Celebrate Earth Day with our waterways
After a fairly skimpy winter this year, Spring is definitely here. The pear trees are in full bloom, the pollinators are abundant and busy, and the birds are in chase as they work on their new families. No wonder we celebrate Earth Day on Saturday, April 22. Our planet is at its freshest, most hopeful … read more
New ice cream shop and Escape Zone 60 headed to Navarre
New ice cream shop and Escape Zone 60 headed to Navarre
East Navarre will soon have two new businesses. IC Station, a stir-fry ice cream shop, and Escape Zone 60, a fun, one-hour group experience are both opening soon in Palm Tree Plaza. IC Station will officially open Thursday, April 20. It’s located in the former Dippin’ Dots site. Business hours will be 12 noon until … read more
