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Wednesday, June 03, 2020To Blue Wahoos fans, It was wonderful being at the stadium Saturday evening for our first Movie & Fireworks Night. Thank you for coming. To see so many families, children, and Blue Wahoos fans having a great time at the ballpark, I could feel that Blue Wahoos community ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press ReleaseWednesday, June 03, 2020FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 3, 2020Contact: Joint Information Center on COVID-19 for the State of Florida (850) 815-4940, ESF14@em.myflorida.comState of Florida Announces Three New COVID-19 Testing Sites Through Partnership with PublixTALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) announced that an additional three COVID-19 testing sites across the state have been ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press ReleaseWednesday, June 03, 2020FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 3, 2020 Contact: Joint Information Center on COVID-19 for the State of Florida (850) 815-4940, ESF14@em.myflorida.com Florida Department of Health Updates New COVID-19 Cases, Announces Thirty-Six Deaths Related to COVID-19~57,293 positive cases in Florida residents and 1,471 positive cases in non-Florida residents~ TALLAHASSEE, Fla. —The Florida Department of Health ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press ReleaseWednesday, June 03, 2020Governor Ron DeSantis Rolls Out Phase 2:Safe. Smart. Step-By-Step Plan Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced Florida's move into Phase 2 of his Safe. Smart. Step-By-Step. Plan for Florida’s Recovery. Phase 2 applies to all counties in Florida except Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties beginning Friday, June 5, 2020. Please find details ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press ReleaseTuesday, June 02, 2020BBB and DBPR Team up to Prepare Floridians for 2020 Hurricane SeasonPensacola, Fla. (June 2, 2020) – Hurricane season started on June 1st and runs until November 30th. Better Business Bureau and the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation are encouraging Floridians to prepare their homes and businesses for the 2020 hurricane season. BBB and DBPR joined forces to provide a ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press ReleaseMonday, June 01, 2020Hurricane Season 2020 starts today, runs through Nov. 30June 1 - Hurricane season officially begins today, but unofficially, it kicked off earlier with two named storms developing in the past two weeks. The season runs through the end of November and Santa Rosa County wants residents to be especially prepared this year. "The first 72 is on you" has been the public safety message ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press ReleaseFriday, May 29, 2020Happy Last Friday of May. When I think that Monday starts the month that is the midway point of 2020, I’m still a bit shocked on just how much has occurred in what seems like a very short period time. This may not pertain to many of you on this email list, so my apologizes in advance. But for those who are in need of re-staffing in a hurry, the speed of getting the message out to potential ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Education, Human Interest, Press ReleaseFriday, May 22, 2020May 2020 Public Meetings All Santa Rosa County Board of County Commission meetings and other county department meetings are held in the County Administrative Center boardroom, 6495 Caroline Street in Milton, unless otherwise indicated.Marine Advisory - June 2, 5:00 p.m.Tourist Development Council Board Meeting - June 4, 8:30 a.m. Tiger Point Community Center, 1370 Tiger ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release
Thursday, May 21, 2020For Immediate Release: 5/19/2020 Gretchen Carter Organized Occasions Concierge. LLC P: 850-396-1065 C: 817-797-0870 E: GCarter@Organized-Occasions.com Grocery Delivery Service Reopens in Navarre Vacations Start Sooner with Organized Occasions Concierge Navarre, FL: Starting Saturday, May 23, 2020 families visiting Navarre will again be able to vacation without shopping for ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press ReleaseThursday, May 21, 2020Media Contact:Dianne Gross(850) 898-3486 News ReleaseMay 21, 2020For Immediate Release Florida SBDC Network Encourages Small Business Support Amid COVID-19Video challenge offers opportunity to support favorite businesses from home Florida SBDC Network Headquarters (Pensacola, Fla.) – The Florida SBDC Network, the state’s principal provider of small business assistance, encourages consumers to ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press ReleaseThursday, May 21, 2020JOINDONATERENEW Dear American Legion Family Members and Friends, Memorial Day, for most of us, will be different this year. The meaning, however, does not change. I’m calling on The American Legion Family to encourage communities far and wide to pay tribute to our nation’s fallen heroes at dusk May 25, Memorial Day, by lighting candles of honor and placing them ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press ReleaseWednesday, May 20, 2020Small Business Updates Governor's Full Phase 1 Reopening Plan COVID-19 has left many wondering what businesses can still operate and to what capacity. To find out what business operations are allowed under the Governor's Full Phase 1 Reopening Plan which went effective as of Monday, May 18, click here. Highlights include restaurants, retail ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political
Wednesday, May 20, 2020MILTON, FL, 5/20/2020 - The COVID-19 pandemic has made it crystal clear just how much communities rely on their local hospitals and also how much we rely on you. During the past few weeks, we’ve felt an outpouring of support and we are grateful to everyone who has delivered a meal, sewn a facemask, left a card, a sign, or who has reached out to one of our caregivers and support team to say – thank ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press ReleaseTuesday, May 19, 2020As businesses begin to reopen, it’s important to have a plan to do so safely. Florida’s Small Business Development Center has provided resources that follow CDC guidelines covering the health and safety of your returning workforce and customers, sick leave and supporting policies, remote and flexible workplace policies, and other measures. Find more reopening tips and information here.Categories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, PoliticalTuesday, May 19, 2020Categories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, PoliticalTuesday, May 19, 2020Santa Rosa County vacation rental safety plan approved - Short-term rentals permitted to accept guests immediatelyTues., May 19, 12 p.m. - Department of Business and Professional Regulation Secretary Halsey Beshears has just approved short-term vacation rentals for Santa Rosa County in accordance with the letter of request and short-term rental safety plan submitted to the state on ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press ReleaseSaturday, May 16, 2020Plan submitted to resume vacation rentals By Staff Reporters on May 16, 2020 If accepted, vacation rentals could start as early as Monday Santa Rosa County Administrator, Dan Schebler, submitted a plan to the State of Florida to reopen short term vacation rentals late Friday afternoon. The plan stated that if accepted, Santa Rosa vacation/short term rental units will begin taking reservations ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press ReleaseFriday, May 15, 2020POWERED BY OUR SPONSORS May 15, 2020 A Message from the Florida Chamber Governor DeSantis continued making announcements yesterday as he leads Florida through the various phases and steps of relaunching Florida’s economy. And, based on ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press ReleaseFriday, May 15, 2020All 67 counties may now begin re-opening as we continue to implement our #SafeSmartStepbyStep Plan for Florida’s Recovery. CLICK HERE for more detailsCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press Release
Tuesday, May 12, 2020CONTACT: Scott Mauer, General Manager SpringHill Suites Navarre Beach 1-850-939-0010 smauer@peachtreehotelgroup.com SPRINGHILL SUITES NAVARRE BEACH CELEBRATES NATIONAL NURSES WEEK WITH DREAM VACATION GIVEAWAY Nominations being accepted May 6-12 with one nurse to be awarded four-day Navarre Beach dream vacation. NAVARRE, FL – May 6, 2020 – SpringHill Suites Navarre Beach will celebrate ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press ReleaseMonday, May 11, 2020As our community begins the reopening and recovery efforts from the impacts of COVID-19, a myriad of local organizations are focused on providing data and guidance as we look at resetting our economy. In this document you will find the initial work product from this working group. Many of these recommendations and the supporting data in this plan are directly from Governor Ron DeSantis’ Phase ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release
Monday, May 11, 2020Welcome Sam Yozviak to the PrimeLending Team! Sam will be working out of our Navarre, FL branch and brings over 16 years of professional experience in the mortgage business. We are thrilled to have him join our PrimeLending family and excited to watch all his success. Welcome to the team, Sam!!Categories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, PoliticalFlorida-Alabama Transportation Planning Organization and Advisory Committees to Meet VIRTUALLY in MaWednesday, May 06, 2020Florida-Alabama Transportation Planning Organization and Advisory Committees to Meet VIRTUALLY in MayThe Florida-Alabama Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) will hold a public meeting at 9 a.m., Wed., May 13, 2020. The Technical Coordinating Committee (TCC) will meet on Mon., May 10, 2020 at 8:30 a.m. The Citizens’ Advisory Committee (CAC) will meet at 3 p.m. on Tues., May 11, 2020. In ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press ReleaseWednesday, May 06, 2020THE FLORIDA SCORECARDCOVID-19 Data for Every County Now Available The Florida Chamber of Commerce is committed to uniting Florida's business community for good. A huge part of that commitment is keeping business leaders like you informed. TheFloridaScorecard.org, is the most important tool Floridians can use to understand what's impacting their economy today and as we plan for the ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press ReleaseTuesday, May 05, 2020COVID-19 Update #37 - Tues., May 5Updates are highlighted. Subscribe to receive this update via email.Updates are only sent when new information is available, not necessarily daily.See our full list of information at www.santarosa.fl.gov/covid19.Santa Rosa CountySanta Rosa County are following Executive Order 20-111 and Executive Order 20-112, which extend Executive Orders 20-87 (vacation rental ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press ReleaseSunday, May 03, 2020As Phase I of the Safe. Smart. Step-by-Step. Reopening of Florida’s Economy begins on Monday, May 4, the Florida Chamber Small Business Council has put together a video for small businesses getting ready to reopen. This video will help small businesses answer their questions. Thank you to the Florida Small Business Development Center Network and the SBDC at Florida International University ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release
Sunday, May 03, 2020Our fight to secure Florida's future is more important than ever, and that's why we're continuing to unite business for good as we all work to regain the economic footing of the world's 17th largest economy. Special thanks to Governor DeSantis' General Counsel Joe Jacquot who led a question and answer session on a statewide webinar earlier this week on what reopening Florida's economy means for ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political
Friday, May 01, 2020CLICK HERE for a copy of Rep Williamson's letter dated May 1, 2020..Categories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press ReleaseFriday, May 01, 2020FLORIDA CHAMBER SMALL BUSINESS COUNCIL How Can I Reopen My Small Business?Business Continuity - Steps to Reopen & Plan for Future Business Success As Phase I of Governor Ron DeSantis' Safe. Smart. Step-by-Step. reopening of Florida's Economy begins on Monday, May 4, the Florida Chamber Small Business Council has developed a short video for small businesses preparing to reopen. This video will ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press ReleaseFriday, May 01, 2020FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Please see the attached press release regarding Santa Rosa Medical Center Resuming Outpatient Surgeries and Elective Procedures starting Monday, May 4th, 2020. Thank you,Magen Norwood, BSBA | Marketing Coordinator | Santa Rosa Medical Center 5992 Berryhill Road, Suite 300 | Milton, FL 32570 | www.srmcfl.comOffice: 850.626.5370 | Cell: 850.525.8965Categories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, PoliticalFriday, May 01, 2020Santa Rosa BOCC Special Commission MeetingTues., May 5, 9 a.m. at Administrative Complex in Milton # # #Categories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press ReleaseFriday, May 01, 2020FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 1, 2020 Contact: Joint Information Center on COVID-19 for the State of Florida (850) 815-4940, ESF14@em.myflorida.com Florida Department of Health Updates New COVID-19 Cases, Announces Forty-Six Deaths Related to COVID-19~33,829 positive cases in Florida residents and 899 positive cases in non-Florida residents~ TALLAHASSEE — The Florida Department of Health, ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press ReleaseFriday, May 01, 2020Download Document It's a fact: people don't mind scrolling to read an email, as long as it's relevant and interesting. Make sure your message follows through on the promise in your subject line, and use several short paragraphs if you have a lot to say. When in doubt, challenge yourself to write less and add links that support your topic.Categories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, PoliticalNPS News Release: Gulf Islands National Seashore is Beginning to Increase Recreational Access to AreFriday, May 01, 2020Gulf Islands News Release Release Date: ImmediateContacts: Brent Everitt, Brent_Everitt@nps.gov, 850-934-2612 Gulf Islands National Seashore is Beginning to Increase Recreational Access to Areas of the ParkThe Naval Live Oaks, Santa Rosa, and Okaloosa Areas have projected reopening dates. Gulf Breeze, Fla. – Following guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press ReleaseThursday, April 30, 2020The Florida Governor has extended Executive Order 20-87 regarding the Vacation rentals closure for the duration of Phase 1 Florida reopening. We do not have a date at this time as to when Executive Order 20-87 will be lifted. Please see attached, page 5, item D. For Questions and/or More Details, Please Contact: Nicole DeesTourist Information SpecialistSanta Rosa County Tourist Development ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, PoliticalThursday, April 30, 2020Governor Ron DeSantis announced Phase One of his Re-Open Florida Plan with an executive order. Phase One goes into effect Monday, May 4th with the following restrictions:Schools will remain closed for the remainder of the school yearRestaurants can provide outdoor dining with six foot spacing and up 25% indoor capacityRetail establishments can operate at 25% indoor capacityBars, gyms, and ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press ReleaseThursday, April 30, 2020COVID-19 test site at UWF for Escambia and Santa Rosa residents opens SaturdayAt the request of the governor’s office, the direction of the Florida Department of Emergency Management with the support of the Florida Department of Health, Escambia and Santa Rosa counties announced a new mobile testing site at the University of West Florida will open to the public Sat., May 2 at 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press ReleaseWednesday, April 29, 2020CLICK HERE for storyCategories: Community, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press ReleaseSaturday, April 25, 2020Representative Matt Gaetz U.S. Representative for the First District of Florida 1721 Longworth House Office Building | Washington, DC 20515(202) 225-4136 Hello, Friends — As we begin making plans to reopen America, we must also learn more about — and address — the causes and origins of COVID-19. This week, Senator Martha McSally and I, along with dozens of our colleagues in the House and ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press Release
Saturday, April 25, 2020TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WEAR) — The Re-Open Florida Task Force launched a public comment submission portal now open to all Floridians. The Governor’s office says public feedback will be a critical component of the Task Force’s final report to Governor DeSantis. They are encouraging all interested Floridians to submit their ideas regarding the safe re-opening of Florida’s economy. The Task Force ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press ReleaseFriday, April 24, 2020We are excited to announce that the President signed HR 266 into law this afternoon, Friday, April 24, 2020. This bill will provide $484 billion in emergency relief to help our communities recover from the impacts of COVID-19. Included in the bill is additional funding for the Paycheck Protection Program and Economic Injury Disaster Loans, healthcare providers, and COVID-19 testing. We anticipate ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Press Release, Community, Human InterestFriday, April 24, 2020COVID-19 Update & Recovery Resources for Your Small BusinessDear Valued Client, We are sorry about the hardships you and your business are suffering during this difficult time. Florida is home to more than 2.5 million small businesses. The contributions that you and ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press ReleaseTuesday, April 21, 2020Target Audience:This course is available to the whole community, including large and small business owners, state and local emergency managers, first-responders, financial institutions (i.e. banks), and partners who work to promote economic development and/or disaster response (e.g. voluntary, faith-based, or philanthropic).CLICK HERE for the flyer The National Center for Disaster Preparedness, ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press ReleaseSaturday, April 18, 2020Representative Matt Gaetz U.S. Representative for the First District of Florida 1721 Longworth House Office Building | Washington, DC 20515(202) 225-4136 Hello, Friends — This week, because of Americans’ diligence about social distancing, following the President’s coronavirus guidelines, and taking other precautions to keep safe, it looks as though the worst may be behind us. The ‘curve’ is ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press ReleaseFriday, April 17, 2020Join Us Today from 8 am to Noon to Support #SaveSmallBusiness Initiative!Message/Notes: edit The US Chamber is launching the Save Small Business Initiative — a nationwide plan to address small business owners’ immediate needs, mitigate closures and job losses, and mobilize support for long-term recovery. Learn more: https://www.uschamber.com/save-small-business Please help us ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press ReleaseFriday, April 17, 2020Santa Rosa BOCC Commission Regular MeetingThurs., April 23, 9 a.m. at Administrative Complex in Milton The Santa Rosa Board of County Commissioners will hold a commission regular meeting in the Administrative Complex, 6495 Caroline St. in Milton, onThurs., April 23 at 9 a.m. See the interactive agenda with backup supporting documents. This meeting will be archived at that same ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press ReleaseFriday, April 17, 2020We encourage you to reach out to our U.S. Senators and Representatives to urge quick approval of additional funding for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) of the CARES Act and SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program. As you likely know, the PPP and EIDL programs are not able to accept new applications at this time due to a depletion of funds. These financial assistance programs are ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release
Friday, April 17, 2020White House Logo Opening Up America Again President Trump has unveiled Guidelines for Opening Up America Again, a three-phased approach based on the advice of public health experts. These steps will help state and local officials when reopening their economies, getting people back to work, and continuing to protect American lives.CRITERIAPHASE ONEPHASE TWOPHASE THREEProposed Phased ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press ReleaseThursday, April 16, 2020 Gulf Power Company Media Line: 561-694-4442 April 13, 2020 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Gulf Power shares tips to help customers take control of their energy use while at home --Simple changes and tools, like the online Energy Checkup, can help customers save PENSACOLA, Fla. – During this unprecedented COVID-19 crisis, Gulf Power understands that many customers are either working or ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release
Thursday, April 16, 2020Green Thumb Nursery Online The Navarre Garden Club announces its online store. The store will offer the plants that are sold at the Green Thumb Nursery on Hwy 399, plus the various craft items made by the club’s talented craft ladies. To protect your health & ours, the store will offer curbside pickup the Saturday following your order, or contactless delivery to your front porch. Items ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press ReleaseSunday, April 12, 2020April 12, 2020 A Message from the Florida Chamber: COVID-19 UpdateIt’s Easter Sunday, and Easter 2020 will be unlike anyone alive today has ever experienced before, and hopefully ever will again. With humility and a thankful heart, on this holy day for many, I urge Floridians to pray that we heal the sick, comfort the heartbroken, give wisdom to our leaders and bless our front-line health care ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, PoliticalSaturday, April 11, 2020Representative Matt Gaetz U.S. Representative for the First District of Florida 1721 Longworth House Office Building | Washington, DC 20515(202) 225-4136 Hello, Friends — Government continues to grapple with the coronavirus pandemic at the federal, state, and local level. Social distancing and other measures Americans have been taking are beginning to show their effectiveness, which is good ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press ReleaseSaturday, April 11, 2020April 11, 2020 A Message from the Florida Chamber: COVID-19 Update“When can we go back?” That’s beginning to be the question many of you are asking. The truth is, “going back” is proving very challenging in places all around the world. New York now has more positive cases of the coronavirus THAN ANY NATION ON EARTH. While the virus is still spreading here in America, we’re paying very close ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press ReleaseFlorida Department of Economic Opportunity Announces New Mobile-Friendly Site to Apply for ReemploymWednesday, April 08, 2020Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Announces New Mobile-Friendly Site to Apply for Reemployment Assistance Tallahassee, Fla. – Today, the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) announced a new, mobile-friendly online application for Reemployment Assistance available at www.FloridaJobs.org/RAApplication. “The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity is committed to ensuring ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press Release.jpg)
Monday, April 06, 2020If you have a specific question about how your business is affected by the recent "Safer-At-Home" order, visit our partners at the Florida Chamber who have direct contact with the Governor's office.Categories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press ReleaseSaturday, April 04, 2020CareerSource Escarosa, while remaining closed to the public, has drop boxes at both the Pensacola and Milton Career Centers where claimants can drop off their applications if they don’t want to mail them directly to the address DEO has on the form. We will collect and mail documents daily from those boxes. Instruction from DEO yesterday is there is no documentation needed other than this ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, PoliticalThursday, April 02, 2020COVID-19 Update #19 - Thur., Apr. 2EO-91 Essential Services and Activities During COVID-19 EmergencySanta Rosa CountyImplementation and What this means for businesses, organizations and residents Santa Rosa County officials met this morning regarding executive order 20-91 signed by Governor Ron DeSantis yesterday afternoon which states that all persons in Florida shall limit their ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, PoliticalWednesday, April 01, 2020Governor Desantis issued a statewide stay at home order earlier today. The order will take effect Friday morning. The order limits non-essential movement of citizens and requires closure of non-essential businesses. Unlike the prior order issued by the Governor for some South Florida counties, this order reserves to the state the authority to determine what is considered essential. However, it ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, PoliticalWednesday, April 01, 2020An important update on Universal Mask Protocols during this state of crisis. Please share with your readers/viewers. As always if any questions please reach out to me via email. I quite busy these days but I will get back to you.Thank you for all you do for the community. Fort Walton Beach Medical Center and Twin Cities Hospital Move to Universal Masking Protocol Fort Walton Beach, FL | ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, PoliticalTuesday, March 31, 2020 Multiple topics in one email are a lot to take in, but we think this will be of interest to many businesses in our community. ----------------------------- PAYCHECK PROTECTION PROGRAM Much anticipated guidelines for the Paycheck Protection Program of the CARES Act were released by the SBA today. SBA provides that lenders may begin processing applications as soon as April 3. Important ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press ReleaseTuesday, March 31, 2020*Important Update Regarding Financial Assistance* We are pleased to announce, the SBDC at UWF has launched the Northwest Florida Small Business COVID-19 Recovery Grant Program to assist businesses across our communities impacted by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The grant program was made possible by an initial contribution of $250,000 from Gulf Power Company through its economic development ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release
Monday, March 30, 2020Pensacola, Fla. (March 30, 2020) – The proposed federal stimulus package announced last week includes sending every American a check to offset lost income from the coronavirus crisis. Scammers wasted no time in taking advantage of this news! BBB is already getting reports on BBB Scam Tracker (BBB.org/ScamTracker) about government imposters calling about the checks. Watch out for these phony ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press Release
Monday, March 30, 2020BBB® Resource Links Your BBB has put together a resource document to include many services throughout the state should you need assistance during this COVID-19 pandemic.Our office is currently open during regular business hours for phone calls and emails and you can access the BBB website 24/7.As we all navigate these uncharted waters of this crisis, please know that we are here for you ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press ReleaseMonday, March 30, 2020March 30, 2020DOH-santa rosa covid-19 call lineopen to the public County health department's line is open for residents with questions about COVID-19Contact: Debbie Stilphen, PIOPIO.CHD57@flhealth.gov850-564-2275Milton, Fla. - The Florida Department of Health in Santa Rosa County (DOH-Santa Rosa) has established a dedicated call line to respond to residents' questions and concerns about COVID-19 ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press ReleaseMonday, March 30, 2020Santa Rosa County Emergency Management COVID-19 #16 - Mon., Mar. 30Updates are highlighted. Subscribe to receive this update via email. See our full list of information at www.santarosa.fl.gov/covid19.Santa Rosa CountyFind daily updated information on operations at Santa Rosa County offices as well as information for constitutional officers, municipalities and other ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press ReleaseSunday, March 29, 2020March 29, 2020 A Message from the Florida Chamber: COVID-19 UpdateGood morning. We’re just one day away from our statewide COVID-19 conference call with Governor Ron DeSantis and Surgeon General Scott Rivkees. It’s taking place Monday, March 30th at 2 p.m. EST, and we’re almost at capacity. Please register now to hear the latest Florida specific details on COVID-19 and what Chamber members need ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political
Saturday, March 28, 2020Congress just approved $350 billion in emergency loans for small businesses — and borrowers who maintain or restore their payrolls won’t have to pay back the loans. Want to know how to apply? Check out the easy, step-by-step Small Business Coronavirus Emergency Loan Guide here: CLICK HERE If you need help, please ask! Chanda Ryan, Executive Director Navarre Beach Area Chamber of ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, PoliticalSaturday, March 28, 2020March 28, 2020 A Message from the Florida Chamber: COVID-19 UpdateGood morning fellow Floridians. First, if you haven’t registered for our statewide conference call with Governor Ron DeSantis and Surgeon General Scott Rivkees on Monday, March 30 at 2 p.m. EST, please know that we’re almost at capacity so please register today. Governor DeSantis and General Rivkees will provide the latest ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press Release.jpg)
Friday, March 27, 2020COVID-19 Call with Governor DeSantis-LAST CHANCE! Dear Ellen, If you have not already registered, - and if you have, thank you, I wanted to give you one last chance to do so before we close registration. I don't have to tell you what a challenging time this is. You know how disruptive COVID-19 has been to our economy, the business community and our workforce. In talking to so many of you, ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press ReleaseFriday, March 27, 2020Proud Partner Of: In response to the significant economic impacts from COVID-19 in Florida, the Navarre Beach Area Chamber is joining the efforts of our friends at the Greater Pensacola Chamber, Florida Restaurant & Lodging ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press ReleaseFriday, March 27, 2020Santa Rosa County Emergency Management COVID-19 #15 - Fri., Mar. 27Updates are highlighted. Subscribe to receive this update via email. See our full list of information at www.santarosa.fl.gov/covid19.Santa Rosa CountyFind a list of major retailers such as Walmart, Target, Publix and Winn Dixie as well as other businesses that are hiring here.Find daily updated information on ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, PoliticalThursday, March 26, 2020Are you looking for work? WE ARE OPEN FOR BUSINESS AND WE HAVE JOBS throughout Escambia and Santa Rosa counties! &##128521; Call Express Employment Professionals NOW at 850-494-1776 to speak with one of our recruiting specialists. NOW HIRING:One Hour Air Conditioning & HeatingBenjamin FranklinMister Sparky We are hiring HVAC technicians and installers, plumbers and electricians for both our ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, PoliticalUNITED WAY OF WEST FLORIDA RECEIVES $250,000 IN COVID-19 EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE FROM GULF POWER FOUNDAThursday, March 26, 2020For Immediate ReleaseContact: Jon Potrzeba Director of Marketing United Way of West Florida 850-444-7042 (direct) 850-860-0713 (mobile) Email: jon.potrzeba@uwwf.org UNITED WAY OF WEST FLORIDA RECEIVES $250,000 IN COVID-19 EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE FROM GULF POWER FOUNDATIONPENSACOLA, Fla. – March 26, 2020 As communities around the world grapple with the lasting economic and health impacts of ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, PoliticalChambers of Commerce Join Community Partners to Host Medical Supply Drive to Assist Local HealthcareThursday, March 26, 2020Chambers of Commerce in the two county area in conjunction with Senator Doug Broxson, Mayor Grover Robinson, Santa Rosa County Commission Board Chairman, Don Salter, and Escambia County Commission Board Chairman, Steven Barry are hosting a medical supply drive on Friday, April 3, 2020 from 8am-4pm. We are asking individuals and businesses, such as construction companies, contractors, nail ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, PoliticalThursday, March 26, 2020FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Baptist Health Care COVID-19 Update #5March 26, 2020 We have two presumptive positive patients in our care at Gulf Breeze Hospital and one presumptive positive patient in our care at Baptist hospital. We are following all CDC protocols to ensure the safety of our ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press ReleaseWednesday, March 25, 2020FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 24, 2020 Contact: Joint Information Center on COVID-19 for the State of Florida (850) 815-4940, ESF14@em.myflorida.com The State of Florida Issues COVID-19 Updates TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - The State of Florida is responding to COVID-19. In an effort to keep Florida residents and visitors safe and aware regarding the status of the virus, the Florida Department of Health ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release
Wednesday, March 25, 2020COVID-19 Call with Governor DeSantis-SPACE LIMITED! I don't have to tell you what a challenging time this is. You know how disruptive COVID-19 has been to our economy, the business community and our workforce. In talking to so many of you, you've asked us to put a call together with Governor DeSantis so that's what we're doing. Please join me and fellow Chamber members for an important call ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political
Wednesday, March 25, 2020Santa Rosa County Emergency Management COVID-19 update #13 - Wed., Mar. 25Updates are highlighted. Subscribe to receive this update via email.Santa Rosa CountyFind daily updated information on operations at Santa Rosa County offices as well as information for constitutional officers, the school board, municipalities and other agencies here.View community event cancellations and ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political.jpg)
Tuesday, March 24, 2020This was emailed to all Navarre Chamber Members this morning . . . . . Here is a link to the Chamber’s Video Update that Monica & I did this morning. We are sharing it with you (our members), posting it on our social and it is also available on the Chamber’s YouTube Channel. IMPORTANT REMINDER: If your business/organization has not made some sort of public recognition surrounding COVID-19 ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press ReleaseTuesday, March 24, 2020Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. WASHINGTON - The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) will publicly post a prerecorded online webinar addressing questions arising under any of the Federal Equal Employment Opportunity Laws and the COVID-19 pandemic to its website www.eeoc.gov on Friday afternoon, March 27. No registration is ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, PoliticalTuesday, March 24, 2020March 24, 2020 A Message from the Florida Chamber: COVID-19 UpdateWith nearly 400,000 global cases of the coronavirus, will today finally be the day that Congressional lawmakers take action to secure America’s future? I am a fan of many of Winston Churchill’s quotes and the one that comes to mind when I think about the current action of many of our Congressional leader ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release
Tuesday, March 24, 2020To better understand and measure the impact of COVID-19 on Florida’s tourism industry, VISIT FLORIDA has created a data dashboard to track key economic indicators and trends, including:Hotel demandVacation rental bookingsAirline capacityWeb traffic relating to vacation planningThis one-of-a-kind VISIT FLORIDA dashboard will be constantly updated with the latest information and insight into the ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press ReleaseTuesday, March 24, 2020FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 24, 2020 Contact: Joint Information Center on COVID-19 for the State of Florida (850) 815-4940, ESF14@em.myflorida.comFlorida Department of Health Updates New COVID-19 Cases, Announces One New Death Related to COVID-19, 11 a.m. Update~1,330 positive cases in Florida Residents and 82 positive cases in non-Florida residents~ TALLAHASSEE — To keep Florida residents and ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release
Tuesday, March 24, 2020Santa Rosa BOCC Commission Regular MeetingThurs., Mar. 26, 9 a.m. at Administrative Complex in Milton # # #Categories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political
Monday, March 23, 2020This Thursday, County commissioners will be considering repurposing the StRIVE Grant for small business to create a COVID-19 relief grant program for small business. CLICK HERE for more detailsCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release
Monday, March 23, 2020Update 3/20/20: The Santa Rosa County Tax Collector serves nearly a thousand customers per day. Stan Nichols takes his sworn obligation to provide service to the public as well as being committed to the health and safety of employees and customers seriously. In order to protect customers and staff from the spread of COVID-19, as well as follow the CDC guidelines, some further precautions are ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, PoliticalSaturday, March 21, 2020Representative Matt Gaetz U.S. Representative for the First District of Florida 1721 Longworth House Office Building | Washington, DC 20515(202) 225-4136 Hello, Friends — This week, as we have adjusted to the new challenges presented by COVID-19, we have seen America unite to tackle this crisis. Together, Congress and President Trump are ensuring that sick Americans get the care they need, ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, PoliticalSaturday, March 21, 2020This week, Senator Rick Scott released a letter to the editors of Florida papers outlining steps that families can take to keep themselves safe and healthy, and help curb the spread of the Coronavirus in the U.S. In the letter, Senator Rick Scott wrote, “The Coronavirus is a public health threat that is not going away anytime soon. Now is the time to get serious and take every ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, PoliticalSaturday, March 21, 2020Strategies to Help Your Business in the Wake of Social Distancing The country recommended people stay in their homes; airlines are grounding flights, the state has implemented shutdowns on schools and entire industries. Your customers are being told to only leave for necessities; your employees are working from home, and you’re looking around an expanse of open space in what used to be a ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press ReleaseFriday, March 20, 2020FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 20, 2020 Contact: Joint Information Center on COVID-19 for the State of Florida (850) 815-4940, ESF14@em.myflorida.comFlorida Department of Health Updates New COVID-19 Cases, Announces One New Death Related to COVID-19, 11 a.m. Update~474 positive cases in Florida Residents and 46 positive cases in non-Florida residents~ TALLAHASSEE — To keep Florida residents and ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun FactsFriday, March 20, 2020| MARCH 2020 | An Unprecedented Time: Prepare, Don't Panic Now, more than ever, it's imperative that we prepare as best we can but that we don't panic. One way to do that is to be sure you are accessing and sharing information from credible sources. Below you will find several sites with accurate information from state government, which your tax dollars help ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press Release
Friday, March 20, 2020From: Chris DoolinCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press ReleaseFriday, March 20, 2020Santa Rosa County Emergency Management COVID-19 update #8 - Fri., Mar. 20Updates are highlighted. Note, this is a rapidly evolving event, for up-to-the-minute updates from organizations outside of the BOCC, visit their web sites.State of FloridaAs of Fri., Mar. 20, the governor of Florida issued Executive Order 20-71; key points include:Suspension of alcohol sales on the premises by ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press ReleaseFriday, March 20, 2020KEEPING NAVARRE STRONG - TOGETHER Navarre Beach / Santa Rosa County Travel Update COVID-19 INFORMATION AND RESOURCES FOR BUSINESSES Our community is facing very fluid and extraordinary times in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Navarre Chamber Information Center at 1804 Prado Street (behind TC’s Front Porch) is closed to walk-in visitors, but we will continue to serve ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press Release
Thursday, March 19, 2020COVID-19 News Conference today (Thur., Mar. 19) at 1 p.m.The Santa Rosa County Board of County Commissioners will host a news conference today at 1 p.m. along with the Department of Health, School District, City of Milton and City of Gulf Breeze. It will be streamed live here. The video will also be archived and the link will be made available in this afternoon's news release and posted to social ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release
Thursday, March 19, 2020FEDERAL LOAN ASSISTANCE-The Small Business Administration (SBA) Economic Injury Disaster Loans are working capital loans to help small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, small businesses engaged in aquaculture, and most private, non-profit organizations of all sizes meet their ordinary and necessary financial obligations that cannot be met as a result of the disaster.- These fixed ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political
Thursday, March 19, 2020See the full conference online here.· A state of local emergency has been declared in Santa Rosa County, which means the Chairman of the Board of County Commissioners waives the procedures and formalities otherwise required of Santa Rosa County pertaining to:Performance of public work and taking whatever prudent action is necessary to insure the health, safety, and welfare of the ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release.jpg)
Thursday, March 19, 2020Florida Legislature Takes Steps to Keep Florida's Momentum GoingLowers Cost of Living, Reduces Cost of Doing Business, Prepares for Future Growth, Protects Florida's Constitution and Prepares for Virus' Impact As we work to grow ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, PoliticalThursday, March 19, 2020FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 19, 2020Contact: Joint Information Center on COVID-19 for the State of Florida (850) 815-4940, ESF14@em.myflorida.com The State of Florida Issues COVID-19 Updates TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - The State of Florida is responding to COVID-19. In an effort to keep Florida residents and visitors safe and aware regarding the status of the virus, the Florida Department of ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, PoliticalThursday, March 19, 2020FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 19, 2020 Contact: Joint Information Center on COVID-19 for the State of Florida (850) 815-4940, ESF14@em.myflorida.com The State of Florida Issues COVID-19 Updates TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - The State of Florida is responding to COVID-19. In an effort to keep Florida residents and visitors safe and aware regarding the status of the virus, the Florida Department ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press Release
Wednesday, March 18, 2020Today (3/18) at 3:00 PM CST, Associate Director of the Florida SBDC at UWF, Dorian Zwierewicz, will host an online presentation available to business owners and public stakeholders regarding updates on the &##128073; Emergency Bridge Loan Program&##128072;, updates on the Economic Injury Disaster Loans, and Florida SBDC efforts to assist and process these loan programs.To join the informational ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political.jpg)
Wednesday, March 18, 2020Dear Chamber Member, Our businesses and organizations are a huge blessing to our community. In this season of crisis and fear, we must rise up and do what we can do. The Chamber is offering a FREE “Shop Local/Support Local” E-BLAST this Friday to all our Members! If you would like to get out a flyer about you; maybe listing specials, services, coupons, special hours, pickup/delivery, or ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political
Wednesday, March 18, 2020With the rapid dissemination of COVID-19 information this week, VISIT FLORIDA is committed to ensuring you remain as informed as possible as we assist in our state’s emergency response efforts.Beaches, Bars & Restaurants On March 17, Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order 20-68 to reduce density and crowds in restaurants, bars, nightclubs and beaches to mitigate the spread ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release
Wednesday, March 18, 2020he Haas Center at the University of West Florida seeks to understand the types of travel and spending changes that have occurred during the COVID-19 outbreak in the US.Take the survey: http://uwf.edu/CoronavirusSurveyCategories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political.jpg)
Wednesday, March 18, 2020March 18, 2020 Watch a message from Florida Chamber President and CEO Mark Wilson. Please share this message with other business leaders, and encourage them to sign-up to receive their personal copy, and remember you can always get the latest updates from the Florida Chamber's COVID-19 Resource ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political.png)
Wednesday, March 18, 2020TODAY (3/18) at 3:00 PM CST, Associate Director of the Florida SBDC at UWF Dorian Zwierewicz will host an online presentation available to business owners and public stakeholders regarding updates on the Emergency Bridge Loan Program, updates on the Economic Injury Disaster Loans, and Florida SBDC efforts to assist and process these loan programs. To join the informational meeting ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press ReleaseWednesday, March 18, 2020FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 18, 2020 Contact: Joint Information Center on COVID-19 for the State of Florida (850) 815-4940, ESF14@em.myflorida.comFlorida Department of Health Updates New COVID-19 Cases, 11 a.m. Update~289 positive cases in Florida Residents and 25 positive cases in non-Florida residents~ TALLAHASSEE — To keep Florida residents and visitors safe, informed and aware about the ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political
Wednesday, March 18, 2020A public input form is available for input/comment on individual agenda items or to bring forward issues to be heard at public forum. The single meeting format (all business completed at regular meetings on Thursdays) will be continued through April. No decision has been made on the April Special Rezoning meeting.· Veterans Services is no longer seeing walk-in clients. Clients may drop off ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press ReleaseTuesday, March 17, 2020BBB® Tuesday Tips Don't Fall For Face Mask ScamsNOTE: BBB continues to monitor changes in the marketplace in reaction to COVID-19 (coronavirus). Please go to BBB.org/coronavirus for the latest information.As the coronavirus outbreak worsens, BBB.org/ScamTracker has received numerous reports about scam websites claiming to sell face masks online. As you strive to keep yourself and loved ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, PoliticalTuesday, March 17, 2020March 17, 2020 A Message from the Florida Chamber: COVID-19 UpdateThese are undoubtably precedented times for all, but the Florida Chamber is uniting Florida’s business community for good. Your safety, and the health of your employees is essential. We’re in constant contact with the Governor’s ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press ReleaseGovernor Ron DeSantis Activates Emergency Bridge Loan Program for Small Businesses Impacted by COVIDTuesday, March 17, 2020To help mitigate the impact of COVID-19 on Florida’s business community, Governor Ron DeSantis has activated the Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program. Please see below for more details. Governor Ron DeSantis Activates Emergency Bridge Loan Program for Small Businesses Impacted by COVID-19Tallahassee, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis activated the Florida Small Business Emergency ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press ReleaseTuesday, March 17, 2020COVID-19 & FSBDC Services Update With the growing risk of COVID-19 transmission, we are taking all necessary precautions to ensure the safety of our clients. Until further notice, we will have Virtual Only Consulting using tools such as Zoom or Google Hangouts, as well as phone and email. If you have an upcoming meeting with the Florida SBDC at UWF, a consultant will ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, PoliticalTuesday, March 17, 2020Media Contact:Dianne Gross(850) 898-3486 News ReleaseMarch 17, 2020For Immediate Release Bridge Loan Program Activated to Help Small Businesses Impacted by Coronavirus Florida SBDC Network Headquarters (Pensacola, Fla.) – Florida small businesses impacted by the Coronavirus (COVID-19) may now apply for short-term, interest-free loans through the Florida Small Business ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press ReleaseTuesday, March 17, 2020Don’t Fall For Face Mask Scams Pensacola, Fla. (March 17, 2020) – As the coronavirus outbreak worsens, BBB.org/ScamTracker has received numerous reports about scam websites claiming to see face masks online. As you strive to keep yourself and loved ones healthy, be sure to watch out for phony e-commerce sites and other scams. Even better, save masks for the medical professionals who really need ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press Release
Tuesday, March 17, 2020Dear Business Owner:I’m writing to let you know that Santa Rosa County has designated its Economic Development Office (EDO) to serve as a clearinghouse for information and resources available to local businesses during the coronavirus (COVID-19) emergency. Toward that end, we are launchingSantaRosaReady.com to provide one-stop access to the most up-to-date information about where to find the ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political
Tuesday, March 17, 2020Santa Rosa County Emergency Management COVID-19 update #4 - Tues., Mar. 17Updates are highlighted.State of FloridaAs of Tues., Mar. 17, the governor of Florida issued Executive Order 20-68; key points include:Bars, pubs and nightclubs suspend sale of alcohol for 30 days effective at 5 p.m. today, Mar. 17.Visitors to public beaches limit gatherings to 10 or less and distance ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press ReleaseTuesday, March 17, 2020March 17, 2020 FDOE Press Office 850-245-0413DOEPressOffice@fldoe.org Florida Department of Education Announces Additional Guidance for the 2019-20 School Year~ All public and private K-12 schools are closed through April 15, 2020 ~ Tallahassee, Fla., March 17, 2020 – Today, the Department of Education and Commissioner Richard Corcoran are using executive authority to support the ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release
Monday, March 16, 2020Categories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press Release
Monday, March 16, 2020Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.Ottley Smiles Dental Center850-939-0757 COVID-19 UPDATE: Our office will continue to operate barring any changes mandated by the state or government. We will be implementing the following precautions to ensure the safety of our patients and staff: - Please contact our office to reschedule an upcoming ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press Release
Monday, March 16, 2020YOUR INPUT IS NEEDEDHow is the Coronavirus Impacting Florida Employers? As you know, for the last two weeks, it's been impossible to escape the daily breaking news of the coronavirus. The Florida Chamber of Commerce is committed to the safety and health of Florida employers and the millions of people that work for them. Our goal is to meet this challenge head-on by sharing best practices ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press Release
Monday, March 16, 2020Following the recommendation of the CDC and State of Florida, all Navarre Chamber in-person committee meetings and events are currently postponed through the end of March. Further updates will follow. #AskAdam - No Cost Business Consulting will not be held on Tuesdays for the rest of March. Adam will be available via email at amccloskey@uwf.edu Like your business, the Navarre Chamber is ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press Release
Monday, March 16, 2020Santa Rosa County is cancelling all publicly-permitted events in county facilities with anticipated participation of 50 or more people for the next eight weeks. This action is taken out of an abundance of caution to help slow the spread of COVID-19 and protect vulnerable members of our community. This only applies to events that are permitted through the county and does not include schools, ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press Release
Monday, March 16, 2020The Navarre Beach Area Chamber of Commerce is following the CDC recommendation . . . . CLICK HERE FOR UPDATESCategories: Chamber, General News Article, Press Release, Community, Human Interest.jpg)
Sunday, March 15, 2020Our community is facing very fluid and extraordinary times in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Navarre Chamber Information Center at 1804 Prado Street (behind TC’s Front Porch) will remain open, and we will continue to serve you. I am confident we will find innovative ways to encourage connections and business building in new and technological ways. We will continue to meet one on ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, ChamberFriday, March 13, 2020Governor DeSantis Activates Emergency Business Damage Assessment Survey for Coronavirus (COVID-19) ~ The Business Damage Assessment Survey can be taken online at https://floridadisaster.biz/ ~ Tallahassee, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, PoliticalFriday, March 13, 2020YOUR INPUT IS NEEDEDHow is the Coronavirus Impacting Florida Employers? As you know, for the last two weeks, it's been impossible to escape the daily breaking news of the coronavirus. The Florida Chamber of Commerce is committed to the safety and health of Florida employers and the millions of people that work for them. Our goal is to meet this challenge head-on by sharing best practices ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Education, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Press Release, Economic, General News Article, Political.jpg)
On behalf of Paradise Advertising Agency and Santa Rosa County Tourist Development Office: COVID - 1Friday, March 13, 2020On behalf of Paradise Advertising Agency and at the direction of Julie White, Director of the Santa Rosa County Tourist Development Office; please see the attached COVID-19 Partner Action Plan. Please utilize and share these documents with all hospitality partners as needed.Social media is a wonderful tool that allows companies to communicate and build relationships with people. Because of this, ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Education, Human Interest, Press Release, Community, Economic, Fun Facts, General News Article, Papers/Research, Political.jpg)
Friday, March 13, 2020Who would have thought that on Friday the 13th, we would be discussing a worldwide pandemic? For the past few days, new information has been coming available which is good but also very overwhelming. There is a lot of information to weed through and very little time to do it. First and foremost, the health and well-being of our community and visitors is paramount. Beyond that, one of our ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press Release
Thursday, March 12, 2020The Navarre Chamber wants to make sure the business community has the correct information and resources needed to understand what is happening with the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). We are working closely with our partners at the Santa Rosa County Tourist Development Office, and we will be updating you with plans as they are developed. CLICK HERE to see an overview the most recent ...read moreCategories: Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press Release, Chamber, Community
Thursday, March 12, 2020Dear Industry Partner,Governor Ron DeSantis has declared a state of emergency in response to the rapidly evolving threat of COVID-19 in Florida. VISIT FLORIDA continues to work closely with the Governor and the Florida Department of Health (DOH) on new developments with COVID-19 as they pertain to the traveling public and Florida’s tourism industry. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political
Wednesday, March 11, 2020We want to remind everyone that the Navarre Beach Area Chamber is not a health official or government official. Our goal is to share information that is accurate and unbiased in a timely manner. If you are sick or feel sick, please contact your healthcare provider and follow their instructions. For the most up-to-date information, please continue to review the following links: The latest ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press Release.jpg)
Tuesday, March 10, 2020Please mark your calendar and make plans for you and/or another member of your staff to attend some of these upcoming meetings & events at The Navarre Chamber Information Center at 1804 Prado Street (behind TC's Front Porch) - unless otherwise specified:(Click on each event below for more details.)Thursday, March 12 at 4 pm "Special" Tourism Committee Meeting** All hospitality related businesses ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political.png)
Thursday, March 05, 2020PRESS RELEASECONTACT: Chanda Ryan, 850.939.3267chanda.ryan@navarrechamber.com March 5, 2020 Navarre Beach Area Chamber of Commerce's Tunes By The Dunes Kicks Off Thursday, May 28 with Remedy BandWeekly Concert Sponsorship Opportunities Now Available The Navarre Beach Area Chamber of Commerce will kick off its 13th Annual Free Summer Concert Series on Thursday, May 28, 2020 at the ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press ReleaseSaturday, February 29, 2020Florida Department of Transportation/Florida’s Turnpike Enterprise RON DESANTIS GOVERNORTurkey Lake Service Plaza | Mile Post 263 |Bldg. #5315P.O. Box 613069, Ocoee, Florida 34761KEVIN J. THIBAULT, P.E. SECRETARY For Immediate ReleaseFebruary 29, 2020Contact: Ian Satter or Ivette ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Education, Human Interest, Press Release.jpg)
Friday, February 28, 2020Categories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release
Friday, February 28, 2020CLICK HERE for more details about The Navarre AnchorCLICK HERE for more details on Private Office and Conference Room RentalsCategories: Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release, Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, PoliticalThursday, February 27, 2020| FEBRUARY 2020 | The UWF Argos Invade the Capitol Last week Representative Williamson welcomed the University of West Florida Argonauts, the 2019 National Division 2 Football Champions to the Capitol. Before the team's arrival, he filed CR8029 (University of West Florida Football Team) ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release.png)
Wednesday, February 26, 2020Upcoming Local Business Workshops March | 2020 SBDC@UWFFollow the link to to our home page. Workshops are in the following Greater Areas: PensacolaFort Walton BeachPanama City Upcoming Events!Starting a ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release
Tuesday, February 18, 2020-Policies focus on the many benefits of being tobacco free in the workplace and the dangers of secondhand smoke- Contact: Debbie Stilphen, PIO PIO.CHD57@flhealth.gov 850-983-5200, ext. 2275 Milton, FL – Tobacco free business, a growing trend throughout the state and country, is making its way to Santa Rosa County. To date, 28 local businesses in Santa Rosa County have implemented tobacco free ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press Release, Chamber, Economic.png)
Thursday, February 13, 2020Upcoming Local Business Workshops February | 2020 SBDC@UWFFollow the link to to our home page. Workshops are in the following Greater Areas: PensacolaFort Walton BeachPanama City Upcoming Events!Starting a BusinessPensacolaMiltonFt. WaltonThe Profitable Marketing SystemPensacolaYour Business, Your Story: Branding & ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Education, Fun Facts, General News Article, Human Interest, Papers/Research, Political, Press ReleaseWednesday, February 12, 2020All Chamber Members and/or representatives from your business/organization are invited to be part of the following events and meetings: Thursday, February 13 at 4 pm: Tourism Committee Meeting Friday, February 14: Happy Valentine's Day - #ShopNavarreFirst Saturday, February 15 at 1 pm: Navarre Chamber Float in the Navarre Beach Mardi Gras Parade - We would love for you to be part of our ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release.jpg)
Wednesday, January 15, 2020The Navarre Chamber's Non-Profit Committee is currently creating a database of all non-profits located in and/or providing services to South Santa Rosa County, and we need your help!Please take a few minutes to complete the information below for your Non-Profit, and we ask that you forward this email to any non-profits that also need to be added to the database. This information will be used to ...read moreCategories: Community, Fun Facts, Papers/Research, Chamber, Education, Human Interest, Press Release, Economic, General News Article, PoliticalBBB Alert: Online Retailers Fail to Deliver Funko-Branded Toys and Cellphone Cases to Consumers NatiTuesday, November 26, 2019BBB Alert: Online Retailers Fail to Deliver Funko-Branded Toys and Cellphone Cases to Consumers NationwidePensacola, Fla. (November 26, 2019) – Three Arlington, TX-based online retailers owned by the same corporation have consumers across 40 states (including Northwest Florida) wondering when their purchases will arrive. Within the past year, BBB has received a combined 303 complaints and ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Political, Community, Education, General News Article, Papers/Research, Press Release
Monday, November 25, 2019You are invited to pick an Angel off the Navarre Chamber's Angel Tree and provide a new bicycle and helmet to a needy child in the Navarre area at Christmas. The Chamber will be collecting the bikes until Friday, December 6th and donating them to Caring and Sharing of South Santa Rosa County. Angels are now available for adoption at the Navarre Chamber Office at 1804 Prado Street (behind TC's ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Human Interest, Press ReleaseMonday, November 18, 2019CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT SET TO BEGIN The Florida Department of Transportation will begin safety and operational improvements the week of Dec. 2, 2019 on approximately seven miles of U.S. 90 (State Road 10), between Dean Drive and west of Stewart Street, in Santa Rosa County. Improvements include new turn lanes, median openings and ...read moreCategories: Papers/Research, Community, Education, General News Article, Press Release, Chamber, Fun Facts, Political, Economic, Human Interest
Wednesday, August 14, 2019Fort Walton Beach, FL - 8/5/2019 – Fort Walton Beach Medical Center will expand access to emergency care in Santa Rosa County with the opening of a freestanding emergency department. The new free-standing ER will be located at 8600 Navarre Parkway near the foot of the Navarre Beach bridge. Construction is expected to early 2020. The new, 24/7 full service freestanding ER will feature 11 ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, General News Article, Press Release, Community, Education, Human Interest
Tuesday, June 04, 2019online and will be available this month in county offices and libraries, local chambers of commerce and local retailers including Walmart, Winn Dixie and Publix. This year's 40-page guide includes new and updated information on earthquakes, ways to receive information and what to do before, during and after a wide variety of disasters that could impact our area. Churches, civic groups and ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Education, Fun Facts, Papers/Research, Political, Economic, Human Interest, Community, General News Article, Press Release
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Santa Rosa County Latest Updates
Governor Ron DeSantis Releases Phase One of Re-Open Florida Plan
Florida’s Full Phase 1 begins Monday, May 18. All 67 counties may now begin re-opening as we continue to implement our #SafeSmartStepbyStep Plan for Florida’s Recovery.
How Can I Re-Open My Small Business?
Florida’s SBDC Provides Helpful Tools for Safely Reopening Small Businesses
COVID-19 Testing Site to Remain Open Two More Weeks at UWF With No Pre-screening Required
A mobile COVID-19 testing site with no pre-screening required will remain open for two more weeks for Escambia and Santa Rosa County residents at the University of West Florida.
The drive-through test site will be open to the public from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily at the SP2 parking lot, which is on the east side of campus near the East Sports Complex. Individuals are asked to remain in their vehicles.
The site was opened at the request of the Governor’s Office under the direction of the Florida Department of Health in conjunction with both Escambia and Santa Rosa counties and assistance from the Florida National Guard.
Florida Chamber Predicting a Swift Economic Recovery After Q2
COVID test site at UWF for Escambia and Santa Rosa residents opens Saturday, May 2, 2020
NOW OPEN for Business! Make sure you get your Santa Rosa County Essential Business added!
If you and your management team are wondering if your county is trending in the right direction to continue reopening your community, visit Florida's county level COVID-19 trend tracker and click on your county in the top right drop down box.
