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
Local celebrity chefs help Greater Navarre Chamber’s “Lunch for a Cause”
Local celebrity chefs help Greater Navarre Chamber’s “Lunch for a Cause”
Santa Rosa County Commission Chairman Rob Williamson will be one of several special guest chefs at the first-ever “Lunch for a Cause” hosted by the Greater Navarre Chamber. Other local celebrity chefs for the event include Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office Spokesman Sgt. Rich Aloy and Tony Alexander, Greater Navarre Area Chamber CEO. “The event is … read more
Extraordinary Santa Rosa mom turning 105 Easter Sunday
Extraordinary Santa Rosa mom turning 105 Easter Sunday
Jewell Wells Golden, a native of the Holley-Navarre area who in 1974 was named Florida’s Mother of the Year, will be celebrating her 105th birthday on Easter. Jewell Frances Wells was one of eight children born to William Jasper and Lovie Wells. Because there was no school in the Holley-Navarre area at the time, her father sent her to … read more
Blues circle Navarre before joining French flight team
Blues circle Navarre before joining French flight team
The Blue Angels around 6:45 p.m. circled over Navarre Beach Fishing Pier about 3 times. Shortly thereafter, the Patrouille Acrobatique de France, a French aerobatic demonstration team arrived, joining the Blues. The flight teams then flew to NAS Pensacola from which some observers were able to see red, white and blue smoke trails.
Dog “possibly” caught Parvo at Navarre Park
Dog “possibly” caught Parvo at Navarre Park
Santa Rosa County is warning its residents and visitors that if you take your dog to area dog parks, take precautions to prevent your pup from contracting Parvo Virus. On Tuesday, the county Public Information Office sent out a press release stating that there was a “possible” Parvo Virus outbreak at an area dog park, … read more
Raiders fare well at quad-meet
Raiders fare well at quad-meet
The Navarre High School boys and girls track teams took home top spots at last Tuesday’s quad-meet at Navarre High School where the Raiders went up against Fort Walton Beach High School, Niceville High School and Pensacola High School. The girls ran away with second place overall at the competition, only three points behind top … read more
Possible Parvo virus exposure at area dog parks
Possible Parvo virus exposure at area dog parks
Santa Rosa County staff tomorrow are expected to post signs at dog parks in the Navarre area, warning about potential Parvo virus exposure. According to Sarah Whitfield, a county spokeswoman, depending upon weather conditions the county will post the signage and also distribute flyers for dog owners with advice on dealing with the virus.
Explore Escribano Point by Kayak with FWC
Explore Escribano Point by Kayak with FWC
In celebration of 75 years of Florida’s wildlife management area system, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission invites the public to join FWC staff April 14-15 to explore Escribano Point Wildlife Management Area. A free group campsite and dinner will be provided Friday, April 14, and FWC biologists will discuss the area’s natural and … read more
