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Published September 25Taylor Netro making big strides during senior season
Taylor Netro is in her senior season as a golfer with the Navarre Raider girls golf team. And she went into the 2026 campaign feeling good about the way she is playing after working on her game in the offseason.
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Published September 25Dead body found in burnt car on Eglin range
A person was found deceased in a burnt out vehicle on the Eglin Range in the early morning hours of Sept. 23. The vehicle was found near Range Road 234 and Lewis Turner Boulevard.
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Published September 25Raider volleyball team shows ability to overcome adversity
Sloane FitzHenry called a timeout. Her Navarre Raider volleyball team trailed by double digits against Milton in the second set of Thursday’s match at home. A comeback seemed unlikely considering Navarre was down 20-8. The set turned out to be an example of never say never.
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Published September 24Advisory council connects parents, school district
Just as teacher and parent communication can be critical for the success of an individual student, communication between the school district and parents is vital for the continued success of schools across the district. That parent feedback is the reason Santa Rosa County…
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Published September 24Florida Department of Health Partners with Santa Rosa County Schools to Expand Opioid and Substance Use Prevention Efforts
With drug overdose deaths recent rise statewide and across the country, local health officials and educators in Santa Rosa County are strengthening prevention efforts aimed at the county’s youngest residents.
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Published September 24A little more chaos added to this year’s rankings for football
The Florida High School Athletic Association regional rankings look a little different this year. Instead of the rankings being broken down by region each week on the FHSAA site, MaxPreps just lists the overall state rankings for each classification.
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Published September 24Building trust through quality: Dirt Boyz expands renovation services
Since earning its building contractor’s license in May, Dirt Boyz Home Services has been hitting the ground running. From major renovations and custom deck builds to high-level exterior improvements, the company is expanding its services while remaining committed to one simple…
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Published September 24$3 costumes at Good Neighbor Thrift Store
Looking for some unique finds, affordable clothes or holiday decorations? Maybe you’re looking for a Halloween costume and don’t want to break the bank. Come shop at Good Neighbor Thrift Store. All costumes are on sale for only 3 dollars!
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Published September 24Bella Luna offers taste of Italy in Navarre
Bella Luna opened its doors in Navarre in 2016, and they have grown to establish themselves as an authentic Italian dining experience. They are family owned and operated and treasure being a part of the Navarre community.
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Published September 24Navarre Beach’s mermaid mailbox now has pirate themed counterpart
Ahoy! There is a new treasure to be found along the shores of Santa Rosa Sound. Families may be familiar with the mermaid mailbox, which can be found on the far east side of Navarre Beach’s Sound side. Now, thanks to Navarre resident Gerald Goebel, there is a pirate mailbox.
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Published September 24A look at how Navarre Raiders handled their bye week in football
A hint of fall is in the air as the Navarre Raider football team practices on a Thursday morning in late September. It’s a bye week for Navarre and homecoming is ahead as the Raiders (0-5) work to get things turned around.
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Published September 24County takes ownership of Turner house
Long seen as a blight on the west end of Navarre Beach, the Turner house is now county-owned. Following a series of judgments in circuit and appeals courts, the lease for 7315 Gulf Blvd. was terminated. It had been held by Gary Turner of Colorado for more than 20 years.