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Friday, May 20, 2022Florida Department of TransportationRON DESANTIS GOVERNOR1074 Highway 90 Chipley, FL 32428JARED W. PERDUE, P.E. SECRETARY For Immediate ReleaseContact: Kohen Johns Brannon May 20, 2022Kohen.johnsbrannon@dot.state.fl.us (888) 638-0250, ext. 1661 Escambia and Santa Rosa County Traffic AdvisoryChipley, Fla. – Drivers will encounter traffic disruptions on the following ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseActive Shooter & Threat Management Course June 10 | Earn .4 CEUs and a Course Completion CertificateFriday, May 20, 2022Learn More About Protecting and Preparing Your Employees for a Potential Active Shooter Incident To follow up on our recent Educational Webinar that focused on workplace violence and the employer's legal obligations in the event of an active attacker situation, we are offering a comprehensive Active Shooter & Threat Management Virtual ...read moreCategories: Community, Press Release, EducationFriday, May 20, 2022from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, May 24. Over 20 companies and organizations will be represented at the job fair, offering opportunities at various skill levels. The job fair will be located on the second floor of the terminal building in the Airport Administration Office, 2430 Airport Blvd. Airport vendors, concessions, tenants and partners are looking to hire for full and part-time ...read moreCategories: Community, Press Release, EconomicFriday, May 20, 2022Settlers Colony Boulevard Closureas part of the U.S. 98 Widening and Improvement Projectin Santa Rosa County Drivers will encounter a temporary road closure at Settlers Colony Boulevard beginning at 7 a.m. Tuesday, May 31 through 5 p.m. Thursday, June 30. This temporary closure will ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityFriday, May 20, 2022Warm weather and sunny days are back and so are we! In between your trips to the beach (don't forget the sunscreen) and all that family fun you're sure to be having now that school is out, why not relax a moment and check out the latest edition of Doctor's ...read moreCategories: CommunityFriday, May 20, 2022Temporary office hours for Santa Rosa County Development Services extended through May 27 Temporary office hours for SRC Development Services have been extended through Fri., May 27. The development services center will not open until 10 a.m. The alternate operating hours will only affect the building inspections and planning and zoning departments located in Suite 202 of ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseThursday, May 19, 2022Santa Rosa BOCC Commission Committee Meeting Mon., May 23, 9:00 a.m. at Administrative Complex in Milton The Santa Rosa Board of County Commissioners will hold a commission committee meeting in the Administrative Complex, 6495 Caroline St. in Milton, on Mon., May 23 at 9:00 a.m. See the interactive agenda with backup supporting documents. This meeting will be streamed live and archived ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityTuesday, May 17, 2022Contractors must register with MyGovernmentOnline Contractor accounts previously registered in Santa Rosa County's GoPermits system can not be transferred to MyGovernmentOnline (MGO). All contractors must register in the new program to expedite obtaining permits. For those that already have an existing MGO account with another jurisdiction, please utilize the same account ...read moreCategories: Economic, Community, Press ReleaseWednesday, May 11, 2022Santa Rosa County’s new online permitting system is live Santa Rosa County’s new online permitting system went live at 6 a.m. on Tuesday, May 10. Customers can now apply for new building permits within the new system by visiting www.mygovernmentonline.org. Important Info About Getting Started with MGO: Permit applications will no longer be accepted via ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseWednesday, May 11, 2022Santa Rosa BOCC Commission Regular MeetingThurs., May 12, 9 a.m. at the Tiger Point Community Center in Gulf Breeze The Santa Rosa Board of County Commissioners will hold a commission regular meeting in the Tiger Point Community Center, 1370 Tiger Park Ln. in Gulf Breeze, on Thurs., May 12 at 9 a.m. See the interactive agenda with backup supporting documents. ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseMonday, May 09, 2022Do you have your walking or running shoes ready? The Columbiette and Knight of Columbus Organizations of Saint Sylvester Catholic Church, Gulf Breeze FL are having their annual Flag Day 5K Run Walk at the church on Saturday June 11, 2022 at 7:30am. Our charities this year will be Majella House, a future home for homeless pregnant women and their children and Healing Paws for Warriors, a local ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseMonday, May 09, 2022FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: CONTACT:Diane/JamieFlorida SBDC at UWF9999 University Pkwy, Pensacola850-474-2528850-474-2577 (fax)sbdc@uwf.edu (e-mail)www.sbdc.uwf.edu Florida SBDC at UWF Presents “Learn the Basics of Google Ads” – Online Webinar PENSACOLA, FL — May 9, 2022 — Learn how to reach more customers and grow your business with Google Ads. Join us on June 7th from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. for ...read moreCategories: Education, Community, Press ReleaseFriday, May 06, 2022Reserve Your Spot for our Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Virtual Course The Florida Chamber Safety Council is offering the Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) course virtually. This half-day course provides essential workplace safety ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, May 06, 2022Categories: Community, EducationFriday, May 06, 2022Florida Department of TransportationRON DESANTIS GOVERNOR1074 Highway 90 Chipley, FL 32428JARED W. PERDUE, P.E. SECRETARY For Immediate ReleaseContact: Tanya Branton May 6, 2022tanya.branton@dot.state.fl.us (888) 638-0250, ext. 1599 Escambia and Santa Rosa County Traffic AdvisoryChipley, Fla. – Drivers will encounter traffic disruptions on the following state ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, May 06, 2022LEGISLATIVE UPDATE Governor DeSantis Signs VISIT FLORIDA Extension into Law This afternoon, Governor Ron DeSantis signed SB 434, a Florida-chamber backed bill that would extend VISIT FLORIDA in statute through October 1, 2028. This bill brings much needed certainty to the state’s tourism marketing organization and is a win for Florida’s tourism industry that relies on VISIT FLORIDA to help ...read moreCategories: Community, Economic, Press ReleaseFriday, May 06, 2022The Florida Department of Revenue has issued the following Tax Information Publications (TIP) dated May 6, 2022. The TIPs have been posted on the Department’s website. To view each publication, click on the TIP number: TIP #22A01-02 2022 Sales Tax Exemption Period on Children’s Books - May 14, 2022 Through August 14, ...read moreCategories: Community, Economic, Education, Press ReleaseWednesday, May 04, 2022The Florida Transportation, Growth & Infrastructure Solution Summit Unites Florida Business Leaders on 'Preparing Florida's Infrastructure for Smart Growth & Development' Thank you to all attendees and speakers that joined ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Press ReleaseWednesday, May 04, 2022Press ReleaseFor Immediate ReleaseMay 2, 2022 Contact: Nina Harrelson, 850-217-0401 HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital Announces Karim Ghanem as Vice President of Operations Fort Walton Beach, Fla. – HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital announced today the appointment of Karim Ghanem as vice president of operations, effective today, May 2, 2022. Ghanem has six years of experience ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseWednesday, May 04, 2022Early Bird Special Ends Friday I 2022 Florida Prosperity & Economic Opportunity Solution Summit Early Bird Registration Ends Friday! The 2022 Florida Prosperity & Economic Opportunity Solution Summit Will Unite the Florida Business Community on Tackling the 10 Root ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Press ReleaseTuesday, May 03, 2022Sharing for our friends at Navarre High School…It’s Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week, and we are trying something new called “Stock the Lounge” where parents, students, and community members can participate in our celebration. We do not have a PTO at the high school level, so we plan all of these types of events on our own. #128522; Also, if any businesses would like to donate items to be ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, Press ReleaseSunday, May 01, 2022The Navarre Beach Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to announced a “Membership Special” for Small Business Week, May 1-7, 2022. - For a small business with little or no disposable income, finding resources to help grow the enterprise is key. - The Navarre Chamber often can help, but business owners must decide whether the cost of such membership is worth the investment. - With that in ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Press ReleaseSunday, May 01, 2022The Navarre Chamber is dedicated to connecting our community to businesses while advocating with honesty, integrity and leadership. We invite everyone to join us in celebrating Small Business Week in the Navarre area. pCategories: Chamber, Community, Press ReleaseFriday, April 29, 2022Your April InsightsApril 29, 2022 The Florida Chamber political team continuously analyzes new voter registration trends, changes to House and Senate districts, and voter behavior as we work to recruit and elect pro-jobs candidates to secure Florida's future. Please share this report with your management team and send us a ...read moreCategories: Community, Press Release, Chamber, EconomicFriday, April 29, 2022Media Contacts:Dianne FazioFlorida SBDC Network(850) 898-3486 Doug WiseFloridaMakes(727) 743-5009 News ReleaseApril 29, 2022For Immediate Release Florida SBDC Network, FloridaMakes AnnouncePartnership to Aid State's Small ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, April 29, 2022For Immediate ReleaseApril 29, 2022 Contact: Tanya Branton(888) 638-0250, ext. 1599 | tanya.branton@dot.state.fl.us Escambia and Santa Rosa County Traffic Advisory Chipley, Fla. – Drivers will encounter traffic disruptions on the following state roads in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties as crews perform construction and maintenance ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, April 29, 2022Dear Chanda: Thanks to everyone who participated yesterday in our first discussion in the series focused on solutions to our nation’s workforce crisis. In case you missed our conversation on improving access to quality childcare, please click here to watch the recording. Please find additional ...read moreCategories: Community, Chamber, Press ReleaseFriday, April 29, 2022Florida Department of TransportationRON DESANTIS GOVERNOR1074 Highway 90Chipley, Florida 32428-0607JARED W. PERDUE, P.E. SECRETARY For Immediate ReleaseApril 29, 2022Contact: Ian Satter(888) 638-0250 Ext. 1205 | ian.satter@dot.state.fl.us Pensacola Bay Bridge multiuse path reopens Chipley, Fla. – Construction crews have reopened the Pensacola Bay Bridge multiuse path. The ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityFriday, April 29, 2022Ask Me 2022 Torch Award for Ethics Online Auction is LIVE Our 2022 Torch Award for Ethics Online Auction is now LIVE. Bids will be accepted through 7:59 PM Thursday, May 5th. Visit https://nwfl.app.bbb.org/auction/ to register and place your bids for gift cards, hotel stays on the beach, auto services, and much more. Read ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityThursday, April 28, 2022Navarre Park Ribbon CuttingSat., Apr. 30, 9:00 a.m. in Navarre Join Santa Rosa County for the much-anticipated ribbon cutting at 9 a.m. on Sat., Apr. 30 at Navarre Park, 8543 Navarre Parkway. Santa Rosa County began redeveloping the existing Navarre Park in October 2020 to create a top-notch recreational experience for all ages and abilities. “We have all been ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityThursday, April 28, 2022Press Release For Immediate ReleaseApril 28, 2022 Contact: Nina Harrelson, 850-217-0401 Three Tri-County HCA Florida Healthcare Teams Receive NationwideUnit of Distinction Award Fort Walton Beach, Fla. – Three Tri-County HCA Florida Healthcare teams have received HCA Healthcare’s nationwide Unit of Distinction (UOD) award for exemplary nursing. The following medical teams were recognized ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityThursday, April 28, 2022The Florida Chamber Foundation's Florida Trade & Logistics 2030 Study Identifies Key Strategies and Recommendations to Inform Policy and Course of Action for Florida's Trade, Logistics, Export-Oriented Manufacturing, and Rural Economic ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Community, Press ReleaseThursday, April 28, 2022NOMI Health closes COVID test sites in Santa Rosa County NOMI Health has closed the COVID-19 testing sites in Santa Rosa County that were located at the Clyde L. Gracey Community Center in Milton and Gulf Breeze Flea Market in Gulf Breeze. Other COVID-19 testing locations can be found online at floridahealthcovid19.gov/testing-sites. VaccinesCOVID-19 vaccinations ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityThursday, April 28, 2022This info was email to all of our Chamber Members this morning . . . . . We know everyone is REALLY busy, but there are so many new businesses/organizations/individuals that are in our community that want to "get connected" with you and/or your business/organization! If you cannot personally attend Commerce & Coffee in the morning - maybe check to see if someone in your office might enjoy ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Press Release, CommunityThursday, April 28, 2022| APRIL 2022 | APRIL SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE SESSION April Special Legislative Session Update Last week the Florida Legislature concluded a Special Session and passed several pieces of ...read moreCategories: Community, PoliticalThursday, April 28, 2022FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: CONTACT:Diane/JamieFlorida PTAC at UWF9999 University Pkwy, Pensacola850-474-2528sbdc@uwf.edu (e-mail)www.sbdc.uwf.eduwww.fptac.org Florida Procurement Technical Assistance Center presents “Government Contracting 101” PENSACOLA, FL — April 24, 2022 — The Florida PTAC at UWF offers a workshop entitled “Government Contracting 101” on May 23rd from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. ...read moreCategories: Community, Press Release, EducationThursday, April 28, 2022FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: CONTACT:Diane/JamieFlorida SBDC at UWF9999 University Pkwy, Pensacola850-474-2528850-474-2577 (fax)sbdc@uwf.edu (e-mail)www.sbdc.uwf.edu Florida SBDC at UWF Presents “SBIR/STTR: Funding Innovation on the Gulf Coast” – Panama City PENSACOLA, FL — April 24, 2022 Join us on May 24th from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at TechFarms new facility in Panama City Beach for an ...read moreCategories: Community, Press Release, EducationThursday, April 28, 2022UF/IFAS Extension Plant Sale May 6-7 The UF/IFAS Santa Rosa County Master Gardener volunteers will host a plant sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday and Saturday, May 6-7, at the Santa Rosa County Extension Office, 6263 Dogwood Drive in Milton. Over 50 varieties of landscaping plants, trees, herbs and ground covers will be available for purchase. Prices are based on ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityThursday, April 28, 2022Locklin Technical College Wins at State Competition SANTA ROSA COUNTY, FL –Students from Locklin Technical College brought home 8 medals from the 2022 Florida SkillsUSA State Leadership and Skills Conference held in Jacksonville, Florida from April 19-21. The annual SkillsUSA Florida conference was a showcase of Career and Technical Education (CTE) students in our state ...read moreCategories: Education, Community, Press ReleaseWednesday, April 27, 2022SRC Animal Services participating in BISSELL Pet Foundation Empty the Shelters Adoption fees reduced to $5 May 2-14 As shelters across the country face overcrowding, BISSELL Pet Foundation is aiming to “Empty the Shelters” by sponsoring reduced adoption fees from May 2-14. This event will be hosted in more than 275 shelters in 40 states, including Santa Rosa County (SRC) Animal ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseWednesday, April 27, 2022Letter Carriers’ 30th Annual Stamp Out HungerFood Drive to benefit several local pantries Pensacola, FL (April 27, 2022) – Residents in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties can help feed hungry neighbors in need by donating to the Stamp Out Hunger food drive on Saturday, May 14. This is the 30th year for the National Association of Letter Carriers’ (NALC) annual Stamp Out Hunger food drive – the ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityFriday, April 22, 2022Know what to do - and what your legal obligations are - in the event of an attacker. Complimentary Webinar Next Week! -- Resource to Keep Your Employees Safe Workplace Violence and Active Attackers: Employers Legal ObligationsA part of the ...read moreCategories: Community, Press Release, Chamber, EducationFriday, April 22, 2022Time is running out to submit a nomination for the 2022 Florida Tourism Hall of Fame!Florida’s reputation as the world’s premier vacation destination would not be possible without the vision and dedication of a select group of tourism industry innovators. Each year, these individuals are honored by VISIT FLORIDA with induction into the Florida Tourism Hall of Fame, which was inaugurated in ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, April 22, 2022Categories: Press Release, CommunityFriday, April 22, 2022Dear COVID EIDL Borrower: ARE YOU INTERESTED IN A LOAN INCREASE? You may be eligible for an increase in your SBA COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan (COVID EIDL) amount (subject to SBA analysis). If you are interested, please apply now because COVID EIDL funds are expected to be exhausted this month. Requests are processed in the order received and are subject to availability of ...read moreCategories: Economic, Community, Press ReleaseFriday, April 22, 2022New online permitting system workshop Santa Rosa County’s new online permitting system workshop will take place from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. on Wed., Apr. 27, in the Santa Rosa County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, 6495 Caroline Street in Milton. All contractors, developers and users are encouraged to attend. This is an interactive workshop to demonstrate the new ...read moreCategories: Economic, Community, Press ReleaseFriday, April 22, 2022Florida Department of TransportationRON DESANTIS GOVERNOR605 Suwannee Street Tallahassee, FL 32399-0450JARED W. PERDUE, P.E. SECRETARY For Immediate ReleaseContact: Tanya Branton April 22, 2022tanya.branton@dot.state.fl.us (888) 638-0250, ext. 1599 Escambia and Santa Rosa County Traffic AdvisoryChipley, Fla. – Drivers will encounter traffic disruptions on the ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, April 22, 2022We welcome Chamber members to attend this annual photo shoot. Professional Photo Opportunity: May 10th - Registration is NOW Open!NABOR is again partnering with the professionals at Studio16 for enhanced digital marketing images. You can book an individual session or bring in your team for group shots. Sessions are offered at the NABOR and open to all NABOR and Chamber members. Sessions cost ...read moreCategories: CommunityFriday, April 22, 2022For Immediate ReleaseApril 22, 2022 Contact: Tanya Branton(888) 638-0250, ext. 1599 | tanya.branton@dot.state.fl.us Escambia and Santa Rosa County Traffic Advisory Chipley, Fla. – Drivers will encounter traffic disruptions on the following state roads in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties as crews perform construction and maintenance ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, April 22, 2022Menus April 18, 2022 We hope you didn't miss the show!HIGHLIGHTS OF CAT COUNTRY 98.7 SPRING JAM 2022 Lots of VOLLEYBALL NEWS!!This isSpring ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityThursday, April 21, 2022UPDATES & MORE FROM THE GATEWAY TO THE GULF COASTDear Chanda - On the heels of an exciting Spring Break and some record-breaking travel this year, it’s been a busy spring at PNS. We have several projects underway, from our new Parking Lot - scheduled to open in May - to plans for a new concourse. Plus, there are lots of great springtime events coming up here at the Gateway to the ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseThursday, April 21, 2022Come together with your neighbors for a Community's RISE (Resilience In Sea-Level Rise Education) event. This community event will introduce residents to the basics of sea-level rise and flooding impacts, with a discussion of how we can be more prepared in our own community. During this informal dialogue residents have the chance to ask questions and discuss local action with their community ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseTuesday, April 19, 2022BBB® Photo Courtesy of Getty Images As a business owner, you have a lot on your plate. You need to ensure that your company is growing, that your employees are happy, and that your customers are satisfied. One of the best ways to promote success in your business is to invest in your employees. By creating an environment in which your employees are happy and satisfied, you will increase ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseMonday, April 18, 2022#128587;♀️Looking for fun activities to keep your kids engaged this summer?#127752;#127774; #128588; Navarre Montessori Academy’s Summer Camp is now open for enrollment! #128102;Toddler program #128073; 2-3 years. #129490;Preschool & Kindergarten #128073; 4-6 years. ✨ We provide a variety of fun challenges for your child, providing them with new activities and opportunities ...read moreCategories: Community, Press Release, EducationFriday, April 15, 2022#127482;#127480;The Air Force will conduct munition releases in the Gulf of Mexico approximately 20 nautical miles south of Destin. Advisories and local notice to mariners will be broadcast on Channel 16 and on HF upper sideband 2182 KHZ by the Eglin Air Force Base Joint Test and Training Operations Control Center. For more information, call JTTOCC at (850) 882-5800 or the 96th Test Wing ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseThursday, April 14, 2022OSHA Announces First Ever National Emphasis Program for Heat Hazards Dear Chanda, For the first time, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration has launched a National Emphasis Program (NEP) designed to protect millions of workers from heat illness and injuries. This marks the first time that heat illness and injuries have been the subject of a National Emphasis ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseThursday, April 14, 2022CivicCon: First Santa Rosa County Quality of Life Survey Sent on behalf of CivicCon Quint Studer, founder of the Studer Community Institute, shares the first-ever Santa Rosa County Quality of Life survey results at a CivicCon Town Hall from 6-7:30 p.m. on Mon., April 18 at the Santa Rosa County Administrative Building, 6495 Caroline Street in Milton. This event will also be ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseThursday, April 14, 2022The Florida Chamber Foundation's Florida Equality of Opportunity Initiative is Uniting Florida Leadership to Enhance Quality of Life For ALL Floridians – Cradle to Career In-Person Early Bird Registration: $299**(early bird registration closes April 25, 2022) In-Person Regular Registration: $329****(after April 25, 2022) Virtual/Livestream Registration: $199LEARN MORE & REGISTERBECOME A ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseThursday, April 14, 2022Registration is Open! Join us for the Florida SBDC Network Small Business Success Summit! This inaugural event, which will be held June 27-28, 2022 in Tampa, will bring together the Florida SBDC Network's experienced business consultants and partners from across the state together to help small business owners: Access Capital Win Contracts & Make ValuableConnections Join us June 27-28, ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseThursday, April 14, 2022Children in Crisis (CIC) and Families First Network (FFN)will cohost a Foster Care Recruitment Event on April 23rd, Noon to 2 o’clock p.m. at CIC’s Kid’s Clubhouse located at 1000 Luke’s Way, Fort Walton Beach, FL. There is a shortage of Foster Parents in District 1 area which includes Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa and Walton Counties. CIC will be recruiting Foster Parents to come live ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseThursday, April 14, 2022Dear Chanda:I would like to invite you to an upcoming webinar, Cryptocurrency: Long-term potential or short-term buzz? on April 27th. Here are the details.You've seen the headlines, but how exactly does cryptocurrency work - and what are the implications of investing in it? Wednesday, April 27, 2022Time: 3 p.m. CTIn this webinar, industry professionals will discuss the swirl of news, ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, Press ReleaseThursday, April 14, 2022The Citizen's Law Enforcement Academy (CLEA) is BACK! CLEA is a 10-week program for Santa Rosa County residents that offers an exclusive, inside look at your local sheriff's office. Classes are held on Thursday nights from 6:00PM until approximately 9:00PM, depending on the subject matter. The program is completely free for residents ages 18 and up. Participants will also receive a meal each ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseThursday, April 14, 2022Top TakeawaysTaxing energy companies won't lower gas prices now but would raise them in the future.Business costs rose at the highest rate ever recorded.Businesses of all sizes need to protect themselves from ransomware attacks.Scientists are working on creating a vaccine that prevents COVID-19 infections.Small business owners face challenges, including inflation, worker shortages, and supply ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Press ReleaseThursday, April 14, 2022Gulf Islands National Seashore News Release Release Date: April 14th, 2022Contacts: Stephenie Wade,Stephenie_Wade@nps.gov, 850-393-7952 Gulf Islands National Seashore Hosts National Park Week Events GULF BREEZE, Fla. -- Gulf Islands National Seashore is hosting a series of events in Mississippi and Florida in celebration of National Park Week. National Park ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseThursday, April 14, 2022Valued Lowe’s Customer, Today we would like to announce that all stores in the United States will be closed on Easter Sunday, April 17, to show appreciation for more than 300,000 Lowe’s associates' continued dedication to serving our customers. We want to thank our associates for their hard work serving our communities and customers, especially ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseWednesday, April 13, 2022#128226; Registration for NRQBC membership for the 2022-2023 season is now open. If you registered for 2021-2022 membership, that expired on February 28th. Please click the link below to fill out the electronic form. We have made it easier this year to pay dues by opening up Venmo and PayPal to membership dues payments. #127988;☠️Black Level $100 (includes 1 parking pass and voting ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseTuesday, April 12, 2022Kindergarten registration begins this week, so don't wait! If you have a child that will be 5 years of age on or before September 1, you are eligible to register for Kindergarten. Our schools are excited to meet the newest students to our district. Spread the word! A student may be registered for kindergarten for the upcoming 2022-2023 school year any day the school is open after April 13; ...read moreCategories: Community, Press Release, EducationTuesday, April 12, 2022THE VFW POST 4407 WILL BE HAVING MEAT BINGO on Saturday APril 16 at 3:00pm. Everyone welcome. Come early to get a seat. $15Sunday April 17: Easter Sunday we will be having 2 hams. Need people to bring side dishes to share. Start time 2:00pm Everyone welcome.Saturday April 30: Yard Sale at the Post. Lots of excellent items. Everyone is welcome. 7:00Categories: Community, Press ReleaseMonday, April 11, 2022Happy Monday! As you know, Easter is this Sunday, April 17th is Easter Sunday, and Mother’s Day is right around the corner, along with lots of Spring Events & Specials. As a Chamber Member, you are invited to: REGISTER NOW for your Business/Organization to be part of The Navarre Chamber's Spring Shopping & Dining Guide that will be distributed weekly on Wednesdays throughout the ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Press Release, CommunityFriday, April 08, 2022Florida Department of TransportationRON DESANTIS GOVERNOR605 Suwannee Street Tallahassee, FL 32399-0450JARED W. PERDUE, P.E. SECRETARY For Immediate ReleaseContact: Tanya Branton April 8, 2022tanya.branton@dot.state.fl.us (888) 638-0250, ext. 1599 Escambia and Santa Rosa County Traffic AdvisoryChipley, Fla. – Drivers will encounter traffic disruptions on the ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityFriday, April 08, 20222022 Florida Partisan Performance ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, April 08, 2022April 8, 2022 DOH SANTA ROSA WIC PRESENTS THE 2022 WALK FOR MOMMY & ME Contact: Dana Grissom, PIO PIO.CHD57@flhealth.gov 850-564-2291 Milton, FL – The Walk for Mommy & Me will take place on Saturday, April 23, 2022, from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at Carpenter’s Park located at 5224 Munson Highway in Milton. The walk is sponsored by the Florida Department of Health in Santa Rosa County Women, ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityFriday, April 08, 2022FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MEDIA CONTACT:Debra Burbridge Debra.Burbridge@hcahealthcare.com281-851-6275 HCA Florida Healthcare Shows Up for Floridians by Offering New Statewide Nurse Consultation Line Consult-A-Nurse® line provides free expert advice and support to Floridians where and when they need it NASHVILLE, TN, April 7, 2022 —HCA Florida Healthcare announces a new, statewide ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityFriday, April 08, 2022Neighborhood cleanup program in partnership with UF/IFAS Extension, Ocean Hour and Pensacola and Perdido Bays Estuary Program Santa Rosa County UF/IFAS Sea Grant Extension in partnership with Ocean Hour and Pensacola & Perdido Bays Estuary Program invites neighborhoods to participate in regular neighborhood trash removal activities. For those interested in coordinating a ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, April 08, 2022FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: CONTACT: Danielle Clark, 850-983-5043 APRIL 7, 2022 clarkd@santarosa.k12.fl.us Santa Rosa Education Foundation Announces Nominees for Santa Rosa Rookie of the Year 2022 The ...read moreCategories: Community, Press Release, EducationMonday, April 04, 2022Navarre Beach Ambassador Meeting Thurs., Apr. 14 The Santa Rosa County Tourist Development Office and UF/IFAS Extension Office are seeking volunteers for the Navarre Beach Ambassador Program. An informational meeting will be held at 3 p.m. on Thurs., Apr. 14 in the conference room of the Navarre Visitor Information Center, 8543 Navarre Parkway in Navarre. This meeting ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, April 01, 2022YMCA of Northwest FloridaApril 2022 We are hiring in multiple departments. Come and join our team! SEE JOB POSTINGS AND APPLY ONLINE From the Director's Desk: Join us on our NEW Universal AppWe’ve launched the Universal YMCA App – and we’re inviting members to download it and explore this new tool that will enhance and support your Y member experience. You can find the new app by searching “YMCA” ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, April 01, 2022Home News Community SportsButterfly houses continue battle, look to future Keep Santa Rosa Beautiful, a 501c3 non-profit based in Milton, will be receiving their vivarium for the new butterfly house at the T.W. Jones house sometime this week. The vivarium will hold butterflies in it and will come in the form of a kit that must be assembled. | Navarre Press Gulf Breeze man sentenced after ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, April 01, 2022Former Commissioner Don Salter inducted into Florida Veterans' Hall of Fame Former Santa Rosa County Commissioner Don Salter was one of 15 veterans inducted into the Florida Veterans’ Hall of Fame this week. Governor Ron DeSantis and the Cabinet voted unanimously on the list of inductees for 2021. A native of Santa Rosa County, Don Salter attended Troy State ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, April 01, 2022Debris disposal options from severe weather Santa Rosa County is not currently picking up storm debris from severe weather, residents must make arrangements for disposal. Waste providers will be providing regular waste service. Residents working with debris removal companies can make arrangements to have the company dispose of debris or residents can take debris to the Central ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, April 01, 2022FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Baptist Health Care Offers Support Groups in April PENSACOLA, Fla. (March 31, 2022) – Baptist Health Care will offer the following support group meetings in April to help enhance quality of life throughout the Pensacola community. More information, including location ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, April 01, 2022FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Baptist Health Care Offers Women’s Center Prenatal Education Classes in April PENSACOLA, Fla. (March 31, 2022) – Baptist Health Care will offer the following Women’s Center prenatal classes in April. Registration is required. Location information will be provided upon ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, April 01, 2022Gulf Islands National Seashore News Release Release Date: March 31, 2022 Contacts: Susan Teel, susan_teel@nps.gov, 850-934-2618 Gulf Islands National Seashore Reopens J. Earle Bowden Way and Fort Pickens Area GULF BREEZE, Fla. – Gulf Islands National Seashore reopened J. Earle Bowden Way/Highway 399 this morning at 7:00 a.m. The Fort Pickens Road and campground will also ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, April 01, 2022Florida’s Education and Workforce Leaders Unite to Address Florida’s Talent War The Florida Chamber and Florida Chamber Foundation Launch Future of Work Florida Initiative to Connect Florida Businesses With Talent Solutions The Florida Chamber Foundation recently surveyed Florida’s job creators for the Florida Workforce Needs Study 2.0 and discovered that nearly 72% have experienced difficulty in ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Press ReleaseFriday, April 01, 2022APRIL HIGHLIGHTS Allen Chapel AME TourDate: April 5, 2022 Tuition: $15Tour the historic Allen Chapel African Methodist Episcopal church and hear from Pensacola historian and newly elected City Councilwoman Teníadé Broughton. Allen Chapel was founded May 16, 1866, by Henry Call and named in honor of Richard Allen, the founder of the AME denomination. The Allen Chapel is just one of many historic ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, April 01, 2022Waste tire amnesty days to be held at Central Landfill The Santa Rosa County Environmental Department is partnering with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection to hold Waste Tire Amnesty Days at the Central Landfill on Sat., Apr. 30. A maximum of eight (8) tires per Santa Rosa County resident will be accepted free of charge with a photo ID as proof ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, April 01, 2022Bring on Spring with modern new styles. Real Wood Products Extra Large (65+-Quart) 25.5-in W x 17.5-in H Rustic/Weathered Oak Wood Barrel in Brown - B100(386 Reviews) Pergo GOLD 100-sq ft Premium 3-mm Flooring Underlayment Fan Fold - PERGLDUNDL(562 Reviews) Costa Farms 2-in Succulent in Tray (Suc) - CO.MNSC.1.10PK(20 Reviews) FIND A STORE NEAR YOUGET OUR APPCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, April 01, 2022Apply for a Dream Big Award! Applications for our annual award program for small businesses are open now through July 8.Learn more about award categories, prizes (including a $25,000 prize for Small Business of the Year) and eligibility requirements here. EDITION 143 Resources & Tips Better yourself AND your small business Searching for cost-effective ways to enhance your ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, April 01, 2022Categories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, April 01, 2022Store LocatorALDI App Available while quantities last. Items may not be available in all stores. Prices and labels may vary by location. Quantities are limiteWe pCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, April 01, 2022Florida Annual Reports Due by May 1stA Florida annual report must be filed each year for a business entity to maintain an “active status” with the Florida Department of State. The annual report is not a financial statement, the report is used to update or confirm the Department of State, Division of Corporations’ records. In Florida, the report is due by May 1stof each year. A $400 late fee is ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, April 01, 2022RON DESANTIS GOVERNORFlorida Department of Transportation 1074 HIGHWAY 90 CHIPLEY, FL 32428 For Immediate ReleaseContact: Tanya Branton April 1, 2022tanya.branton@dot.state.fl.us (888) 638-0250, ext. 1599 Escambia and Santa Rosa County Traffic AdvisoryChipley, Fla. – Drivers will encounter traffic disruptions on the following state roads in Escambia and ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, April 01, 2022April Leaps & Bounds Magazine Online The April LEAPS and BOUNDS, Santa Rosa County School District’s multi-media, interactive newsletter is now availableathttps://bit.ly/LB042022. The latest issue includes an update from the superintendent of schools, a spotlight on Escape the Vape, school highlights, Kindergarten registration, assessment, teacher academies, ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityFriday, April 01, 2022Gulf Islands News Release Release Date: April 1, 2022 Contact: Casimer Rosiecki, casimer_rosiecki@nps.gov, 850-916-5666 Areas of Santa Rosa Island Recognized as Underground Railroad Site GULF BREEZE, Fla.—Okaloosa, Santa Rosa, and Fort Pickens areas on Santa Rosa Island were accepted into the National Park Service’s National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom Program on March 29, 2022. ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseThursday, March 31, 2022Residents asked to submit damage reports online Residents who experienced damage from the early morning storms are asked to submit a damage report online here. There have been confirmed reports of trees and power lines down around the area of Del Monte Street, 14th and 15th Avenues, and San Miguel Street off of Avalon Boulevard in Milton. Public Works crews are in that area to ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityMonday, March 28, 2022April 2022 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 St. in Milton, unless otherwise indicated.Local Option Sales Tax Committee - Apr. 6, 9 a.m.Tourist Development Council - Apr. 7, 8:30 a.m. Tiger Point Community Center, 1370 Tiger Park Lane ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityWednesday, March 23, 2022Santa Rosa BOCC Commission Regular MeetingThurs., Mar. 24, 9:00 a.m. at Administrative Complex in Milton The Santa Rosa Board of County Commissionerswill hold a commission regular meeting in the Administrative Complex, 6495 Caroline St. in Milton, on Thurs., Mar. 24 at 9:00 a.m. See the interactive agenda with backup supporting documents. This meeting will be streamed live and ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseMonday, March 21, 2022For Immediate Release NAVARRE BEACH FIRE BEACH INC. RECEIVES CUSTOMIZED LAND ROVER DEFENDER FOR MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN THEIR COMMUNITIES − Reflecting the seven decades of Land Rover, seven U.S. non-profits1 have been awarded a customized Land Rover Defender SUV to empower them to further their efforts in helping those around them − Navarre Beach Fire Rescue Inc. of Navarre, FL has received a ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseMonday, March 21, 2022Santa Rosa District Schools Host a Teacher Job Fair MILTON, FL – Santa Rosa County School District is hosting a Teacher Job Fair on Saturday, March 26, 2022. The district is seeking professionals wanting to be teachers and join the Santa Rosa County District Schools educational team. School administrators will be there to meet, and interview interested educators and make conditional job ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityFriday, March 18, 2022WHAT A GREAT DAY! Hundreds of volunteers rolled up their sleeves and completed service projects at nonprofit agencies and schools across Escambia and Santa Rosa counties during United Way of West Florida’s Day of Caring on February 25. The final numbers are in. ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, March 18, 2022Hurlburt provides C2 expertise to 23rd WG‘s Ready Tiger exercise Photo caption at the end of article.. The 505th Test and Training Group, Hurlburt Field, Florida, provided critical command and control expertise during the 23rd Wing’s execution of their Lead Wingexercise, Ready Tiger 22-01 at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, Feb. 28 to March 4. The 23rd WG conducted RT 22-01, an Agile Combat ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseMonday, March 14, 2022Florida Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis is commending the Legislature for including the ‘House Hardening’ initiative in its tax package, a priority announced by Patronis prior to the start of this year’s Session. The initiative, championed by Rep. Nick DiCeglie and Sen. Joe Gruters, provides tax relief to homeowners to “harden” their homes from storms by installing impact-resistant ...read moreCategories: Community, Economic, PoliticalMonday, March 14, 20222022 Legislative Session in Review Earlier today to coincide with the end of the 2022 legislative session, the Florida Chamber shared the below news release. Record Investment in Florida’s Future, Passage of Necessary Competitiveness Policies ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityMonday, March 14, 2022#128227; Attention Santa Rosa County residents! Santa Rosa County will hold a Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Amnesty Day on Sat., Mar. 26 from 8 a.m. to noon at the South Santa Rosa Service Center, 5841 Gulf Breeze Parkway in Gulf Breeze. This event offers residents the opportunity to dispose of HHW at no charge without having to drive to the Central Landfill in Milton. Residents will be ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityWednesday, March 09, 2022Join us next Tuesday (3/15) for a special event dedicated to this year’s tax season. You’ll hear from the experts on the tax programs that are expiring, the ones that are still in place and best practices for storing and collecting your data to ensure a successful tax season. RSVP here. EDITION 140 Resources & Tips Where women-owned businesses go to grow More and more people are ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, March 04, 2022For Immediate Release Chip Henderson, Chief Advancement OfficerT 850-434-2638 chenderson@arc-gateway.org The Arc Gateway Launches Annual Membership ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityWednesday, March 02, 202212 Safety Training Opportunities Open to the Public in 2022Part of our mission is to make safety a core value in workplaces across Florida, that is why we are offering a diverse selection of trainings on a variety of safety topics. These trainings are for supervisors, managers, safety leaders and anyone where safety is a priority in their day-to-day operations in the workplace. Participants of ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Press Release, CommunityFriday, February 25, 2022RON DESANTIS GOVERNORFlorida Department of Transportation1074 Highway 90 Chipley, FL 32428KEVIN J. THIBAULT, P.E. SECRETARY For Immediate ReleaseContact: Tanya Branton February 25, 2022tanya.branton@dot.state.fl.us (888) 638-0250, ext. 1599 Escambia and Santa Rosa County Traffic AdvisoryChipley, Fla. – Drivers will encounter traffic disruptions on the ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, February 25, 2022Thank you to everyone who joined this afternoon's federation conference call with member chambers and trade associations. If you weren't able to join the conference call, or would like to listen again, audio recordings of all calls for 2022 will be made available here as soon as ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityFriday, February 25, 2022You don't want to miss this. Visit our website Connect with us Categories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, February 25, 2022Yesterday, Governor Ron DeSantis announced revisions to Florida's COVID-19 guidance, which include updated recommendations for: Face coverings in public and workplace settingsTreatment optionsIsolation times and proceduresFor more information, please click here. Sunny regards,Industry Relations Team VISIT ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, February 25, 2022Top TakeawaysThe Chamber is helping companies track the fast-evolving situation surrounding Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Protecting intellectual property drives economic prosperity, Chamber research finds. Raising the long-term capital gains tax to the rates proposed in the administration’s budget would cost Americans jobs and lower their wages.Developments That MatterRussia Invades Ukraine: ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityMonday, February 21, 2022East Bay Boulevard emergency culvert repair East Bay Boulevard at 6244 will be undergoing emergency culvert repairs beginning today, Mon., Feb. 21 and will last through the end of the week. No road closures are anticipated but motorists are asked to use caution in the area while workers make repairs on the side of the road. # # #Categories: Community, Press ReleaseThursday, February 17, 2022Waste tire amnesty day at Central Landfill Sat., Feb. 19 The Santa Rosa County Environmental Department is partnering with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection to hold Waste Tire Amnesty Days at the Central Landfill on Sat., Feb. 19. A maximum of eight (8) tires per Santa Rosa County resident will be accepted free of charge with a photo ID as proof of ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseThursday, February 17, 2022The webinar will now be on Microsoft Teams and can be accessed at this link beginning at 4:30 p.m. CT on Feb. 24: tinyurl.com/OysterWebinar Oyster reef mapping and condition analysis results webinar for Santa Rosa County stakeholders on Thurs., Feb. 24 The Santa Rosa County Oyster Habitat Restoration project, made possible from an allocation of RESTORE ACT funds to Santa Rosa County, was ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseWednesday, February 16, 2022Santa Rosa County Animal Services (SRCAS) has an urgent need for the community to adopt or foster dogs as the shelter has reached critical capacity. While the foster care program has been a large relief, the shelter's space and resources are limited. Providing care for the growing number of dogs is becoming increasingly difficult. The shelter's goal is to provide a positive outcome for every pet ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseTuesday, February 15, 2022The workplace culture has changed dramatically over the last couple of years. Employees have become more vocal about their dissatisfaction with their working environments, and many have resigned for different reasons. This phenomenon, called The Great Resignation, a phrase coined by a business management professor, is expected to be one of the most prominent workplace trends in 2022. While ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseTuesday, February 15, 2022Florida Department of TransportationRON DESANTIS GOVERNOR1074 Highway 90Chipley, FL 32428KEVIN J. THIBAULT, P.E. SECRETARY For Immediate ReleaseFebruary 15, 2022Contact: Tanya Branton(888) 638-0250, ext. 599 | Tanya.Branton@dot.state.fl.us Hybrid Public Hearing To be Held on I-10 Widening PD&E Studies Chipley, Fla.– The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will hold a ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityThursday, February 10, 2022Navarre Beach Area Chamber of Commerce's New Spring Tunes By The Dunes Kicks Off Thursday, March 10 with Rachel ClearmanWeekly Concert Sponsorship and Co-Host Opportunities Now Available The Navarre Beach Area Chamber of Commerce will kick off its 14th Annual Free Summer Concert Series on Thursday, June 23, 2022 at a new location in the Navarre Beach Marine Park. Co-hosted by the Santa Rosa ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Press Release, CommunityTuesday, February 08, 2022Santa Rosa BOCC Commission Regular MeetingThurs., Feb. 10, 9:00 a.m. at the Tiger Point Community Center in Gulf Breeze The Santa Rosa Board of County Commissionerswill hold a commission regular meeting in the Tiger Point Community Center, 1370 Tiger Park Ln. in Gulf Breeze, on Thurs., Feb. 10 at 9:00 a.m.See the interactive agenda with backup supporting ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, February 04, 2022RON DESANTIS GOVERNORFlorida Department of Transportation1074 Highway 90 Chipley, FL 32428KEVIN J. THIBAULT, P.E. SECRETARY For Immediate ReleaseContact: Tanya Branton February 4, 2022tanya.branton@dot.state.fl.us (888) 638-0250, ext. 1599 Escambia and Santa Rosa County Traffic AdvisoryChipley, Fla. – Drivers will encounter traffic disruptions on the ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityFriday, February 04, 2022Gulf Islands National Seashore News Release Release Date: February 4, 2022 Contacts: Susan Teel, susan_teel@nps.gov, 850-934-2618 Gulf Islands National Seashore Reopens Fort Pickens Road GULF BREEZE, Fla. – Gulf Islands National Seashore will reopen the Fort Pickens Road today at noon. The Fort Pickens Road was closed yesterday afternoon due to sand and standing ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, February 04, 2022Florida's Legislative Session is underway in Tallahassee, find out what is happening, which issues are important to the business community and what to expect. Please join Frank Walker, Executive Vice President of Government and Political Relations and Andrew Wiggins, Senior Director, Political Affairs & Coalitions Advocacy on Monday, February 7 from 10:00 - 11:00 am. EST. to discuss: • ...read moreCategories: Community, Political, Chamber, Economic, Press ReleaseFriday, February 04, 2022The Art of Effective Communication Online Virtual Event Flowers, jewelry and chocolate could make sweet gifts for this Valentine’s Day, but why not add something unique to make a difference in your relationship all year long? Join nationwide experts for “The Art of Effective Communication”, an online virtual event from the University of Florida/IFAS Extension on Fri., Feb. 18 at 6 ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityFriday, February 04, 2022Cold weather shelter open Fri., Feb. 4 through Sun., Feb. 6The cold weather shelter for the homeless and/or heatless will be open Fri., Feb. 4, Sat., Feb. 5 and Sun., Feb. 6 at Ferris Hill Baptist Church, 6848 Chaffin St. in Milton. Please note that due to the forecasted weather, the cold weather shelter opens at 4 p.m. on Friday. The shelter will open at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Only ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityFriday, February 04, 2022Need funding to promote a local event or complete a local project? The Santa Rosa County Tourist Development Office (TDO) local event marketing grant and sponsorships program, as well as the Tax Capital Project Funding program application cycles, are now open. The goal of the TDO's local event marketing grant program and sponsorships is to increase out-of-market awareness of the county's ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, February 04, 2022Please note FL-AL TPO meetings will be as follows: Wednesday, February 9, 2022 – 9:00 A.M. - Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) MeetingPENSACOLA BAY CENTER 201 E Gregory Street, Pensacola, FL Advisory Committee Meetings: Monday, February 7, 2022Technical Coordinating Committee (TCC) Meeting- 10:00 A.M.Citizens’ Advisory Committee (CAC) Meeting - 5:30 P.M.PENSACOLA BAY CENTER 201 E ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityMonday, January 31, 2022Navarre CERT to host training in Feb. and Mar. The Navarre Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) will conduct introductory certification training at the Holley-Navarre Fire District – Station 45, 8618 Esplanade Street in Navarre. The training will be held on the following dates:Fri., Feb. 25, 6 - 9 p.m.Sat., Feb. 26, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.Sun., Feb. 27, 1 - 5 ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityMonday, January 31, 2022FILE YOUR TAXES FOR FREE!!! United Way of West Florida offers free tax assistance programs for individuals and families with an annual income of $73,000 or less. Our VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) are staffed by volunteers who want to make a difference in their communities and receive IRS certification. Eligible participants may visit one of four convenient locations across the ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseTuesday, January 25, 2022View this email in your browser WE'RE OPEN: The SPLASH PREVIEW Special Event is Happening Now!Stay at an RV site or cottage TODAY! As we complete construction on Splash, we’re offering guests the chance to reserve an RV site or luxury cottage to get a preview of the full SPLASH EXPERIENCE! Wagons are not yet available for immediate stays, but are available for future booking. All amenities are ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityTuesday, January 25, 2022BBB® Photo Courtesy of Getty Images As a small business owner in 2022, you are facing more competition than ever before. With approximately 31.7 million small businesses now operating in the United States, it can be challenging to stand out and attract new customers. By using the right strategies, however, you can differentiate yourself from the competition and prove that your small ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseMonday, January 24, 2022WHAT IS VITA? VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) is an IRS program that utilizes certified volunteers to help out families and individuals with low to moderate incomes file their taxes for free and keep money in the pockets of our neighbors. Through United Way of West Florida's VITA program, you will be helping our neighbors in Escambia and Santa Rosa counites with an annual income of ...read moreCategories: Economic, Press Release, Community, Human InterestThursday, January 20, 2022Small Businesses interested in Government Contracting: The 2022 Airforce Contracting Summit will be held Feb 8-9 in Destin, Florida. ⭐️ For more information or to register ➡ https://www.usdlf.org/air-force-contracting-summit-2022Categories: Community, Press ReleaseThursday, January 20, 2022RON DESANTIS GOVERNORFlorida Department of Transportation1074 Highway 90 Chipley, FL 32428KEVIN J. THIBAULT, P.E. SECRETARY For Immediate ReleaseJanuary 20, 2022Contact: Ian Satter(850) 330-1205ian.satter@dot.state.fl.us FDOT Monitoring Winter Weather ConditionsChipley, Fla. – The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is monitoring winter weather conditions tonight, ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityThursday, January 20, 2022Residents urged to prepare for cold weather through the weekend Santa Rosa County Emergency Management urges residents to be prepared for the cold weather that will settle in through the weekend by remembering the 5 P's of cold weather safety. Temperatures are expected to be at their coldest early Sunday morningwith many areas of the county dipping below 30 ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityThursday, January 20, 2022January 20-26, 2022 News | Business | Sports | Community | Beach Cause of death determined for Navarre homeless man Navarre "Rocks:" What you need to know about rock painting Home builders prevail in impact fee case Navarre Beach fire celebrates 2021 success NJROTC provided former cadet opportunities beyond her imagination Check out this week's photo gallery View the community's calendar of ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityThursday, January 20, 2022Santa Rosa County District Schools Open Jan 21 2022 MILTON, FL – Superintendent Dr. Karen Barber district has been in communication with Mobile Weather and Santa Rosa County Emergency Management concerning the most current forecast regarding weather that we may experience starting late tonight through early tomorrow morning in Santa Rosa County, and currently see no reason to make any changes to ...read moreCategories: Community, Press Release, EducationWednesday, January 19, 2022Santa Rosa County Development Services closing at 3 p.m. In an effort to further reduce the spread of COVID-19 and similar illnesses among staff, Santa Rosa County Development Services will be closing at 3 p.m. today, Jan. 19, for disinfectant measures to take place. This closure will only affect the building inspections and planning and zoning departments. For more information, contact ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseWednesday, January 19, 2022Waste tire amnesty days to be held at Central Landfill The Santa Rosa County Environmental Department is partnering with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection to hold Waste Tire Amnesty Days at the Central Landfill on Sat., Feb. 19. A maximum of eight (8) tires per Santa Rosa County resident will be accepted free of charge with a photo ID as proof ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityWednesday, January 19, 2022Peanuts blooming photo provided by UF/IFAS Santa Rosa County Extension UF/IFAS Santa Rosa Extension annual row crop production meeting Santa Rosa County Extension will hold the annual Santa Rosa row crop production meeting on Thu., Jan. 27. Registration opens at 7:30 a.m. at the Linda Carden (Jay) Community Center, 5259 Booker Lane in ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityTuesday, January 18, 2022ALERT ALERT!! Valentine's Day is only a little more than THREE WEEKS away- and we want to “SHARE” the great gift ideas Navarre area businesses offer for everyone looking for gift ideas for ANYONE who they want to recognize on Valentine's Day. After all, Valentine's Day is about celebrating love in general. So your spouse, your kids, your parents, your co-workers, your friends - all of ...read moreCategories: Chamber, CommunityTuesday, January 18, 2022We will be holding an IN-PERSON CERT training course Feb 25-27 and March 4-6. The course will be conducted on two consecutive weekends and attendance is required for BOTH weekends to complete training. It is tentatively scheduled to be held at the new Holley-Navarre Fire Department training facility. However, the location may be held at an alternate location in the Navarre area. All ...read moreCategories: Education, Community, Press ReleaseTuesday, January 18, 2022Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order #44 free at-home COVID-19 tests. The tests are completely free. Orders will usually ship in 7-12 days. Order your tests now so you have them when you need them. Order Free At-Home Tests If you need a COVID-19 test now, please see other testing resources for free testing locations in your area.Categories: CommunityTuesday, January 18, 2022Building inspections department experiencing low staffing levels The Santa Rosa County Building Inspections Department is currently experiencing low staffing levels due to illness. Customers may experience delays in permits, returned calls and inspections. Inspections will be prioritized and are not guaranteed for the day in which they are requested. Roof permit inspections may ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityTuesday, January 18, 2022Take Select Leisure Learning Classes Online this Semester Continue your lifelong learning journey from the comfort of your own home this spring with online UWF Leisure Learning courses held via Zoom. The following courses may have updated dates or formats that differ from what is listed in the catalog—we will continue to update you on any future course changes via email and Facebook. On the ...read moreCategories: Education, Press Release, Community, Human InterestMonday, January 17, 2022Menus January 17, 2022 Sailors' Grill is backfull time!! Serving breakfastMonday thru Saturday8 AM-11 AM,Sunday till noon Serving Lunch/DinnerMonday thru Saturday11 AM-9 PMSunday noon-9 PM **Ask about this weeksburger and drink special** In recognition of Monday, January 17The Big Pagoda will be open at noon OPEN HOURS: Sailors' GrillServing Breakfast Monday to Saturday 8-11 AM, Sunday till ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseMonday, January 17, 2022Who is eligible to vote: Member Voting Info - a. Only the HNWS account holder or their spouse can vote. b. Only the HNWS account holder or their spouse can pick up the Absentee Ballot or Proxy. c. Only one vote per member.How to vote: Vote in person on Election Day - January 18, 2022. You can come to the Club at Hidden Creek, 3070 PGA Blvd, between the hours of 7:30 A.M. and 7:00 P.M. and ...read moreCategories: CommunitySaturday, January 15, 2022Teen Driver Challenge is BACK! If you have a teen that you think will benefit from this awesome program, then please don't hesitate to sign them up. This program fills up QUICKLY. Don't miss out!https://santarosasheriff.org/teen-driver-challenge/ *Please note that class dates are only available 3 months in advance.*Categories: Community, Education, Press ReleaseFriday, January 14, 2022January 13-19, 2021 News | Business | Sports | Community | Beach Janie Chandler ‘loved with her whole heart’ Minnesota family trades home for RV to serve children in need Nuisance alligator trapper needed for Santa Rosa County Holley-Navarre Fire District awarded ...read moreCategories: General News Article, Community, Press ReleaseTuesday, January 11, 2022Treecycle Christmas tree disposal ends Jan. 16 Live trees are a festive and fragrant holiday decoration for many families during the Christmas holidays, and Santa Rosa County Public Works offers an environmentally friendly option for disposal. Residents who would like to "treecycle" their tree for mulch may drop off their clean Christmas trees in the designated areas listed below by Jan. ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseTuesday, January 11, 2022BBB® Photo Courtesy of Getty Images In 2020, the number of small businesses in the United States reached 31.7 million, making up approximately 99.9% of all U.S. businesses. That is a remarkable number, and it means small businesses are facing more competition than ever. So, how can you stand out and attract new customers? By staying on top of the latest small ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Economic, Press ReleaseMonday, January 10, 2022Holiday ClosuresThe following offices will be closed Mon., Jan. 17 for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day:Santa Rosa County Board of Commissioners including the library system and animal shelter. Santa Rosa County 9-1-1 dispatch, Lifeguard Ambulance Service and fire departments are open daily.Santa Rosa County Clerk of the CourtSanta Rosa County Property AppraiserSanta Rosa County Supervisor of ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseMonday, January 10, 2022More Dueling Piano fun too! Menus January 10, 2022 Monday, January 107 PM Watch the game on the big screen in the Club! Wear your team gear forfree draft beerwhen your team ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseMonday, January 10, 2022Information provided by National Association of State 911 Administrators Older mobile phones may cease operating in 2022 The National Association of State 911 Administrators (NASNA) is issuing a warning to consumers that older phones may cease operating in early 2022 due to the retirement of 3G networks and support for phones using 3G service. This may include other devices ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseMonday, January 10, 2022We are excited for our New Small Business Updates & Workshops In the NewsCongress exploring more COVID relief for small businesses as omicron surges. Read more. New Tax Rule and Last Chance Business Grant Opportunities. Read more.Operating Your Business in Multiple States. What You Need to Know. Read More.White House Downplays Secret Service estimate of COVID ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Education, Press ReleaseNAVARRE FLORIDA REALTOR® SUSAN DE LEON EARNS HER MILITARY RELOCATION PROFESSIONAL (MRP) CERTIFICATIOMonday, January 10, 2022NEWS PROVIDED BYMilitary Real Estate ProfessionalsJanuary 10, 2022, 18:15 GMTSHARE THIS ARTICLE Everybody loves our Military and being a part of a Military community is wonderful. We had the best network of friends anyone could hope to have.”— Susan De León NAVARRE, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES , January 10, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Susan De León is a considerate, loyal, caring, and ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, January 07, 2022January is Get Organized & Be Productive (GO) Month, an annual initiative sponsored by the National Association of Productivity & Organizing Professionals (NAPO). This month-long event celebrates how NAPO members improve the lives of their clients by helping them create environments that support productivity, general health and well-being. NBACC member, Organized Occasions & Grocery Concierge, ...read moreCategories: Community, Press Release, Fun FactsFriday, January 07, 2022FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Danielle Clark 850-983-5043Friday, January 7, 2022 clarkd@santarosa.k12.fl.us ANNOUNCING: SEMIFINALISTS for SANTA ROSA TEACHER OF THE YEAR Santa Rosa County, FL – Santa Rosa Education Foundation has announced the five semifinalists selected from 35 school nominees for Santa ...read moreCategories: Community, Press Release, EducationFriday, January 07, 2022Effective January 2022, the Santa Rosa Press Gazette in Milton and the Crestview News Bulletin in Crestview are under new ownership...Categories: Community, Press Release, General News ArticleCALL FOR BANDS and SPONSORS for Tunes By The Dunes Free Summer Concert Series AND New Spring ConcertFriday, January 07, 2022PLEASE NOTE: If your business/organization Co-Hosted or Sponsored a Concert in 2021, you will receive first right of refusal to sponsor a concert this year. CLICK HERE to reserve your concert date. The Deadline to Reserve Your Concert Date is Friday, January 28, 2022. After that date, any available concerts will be reserved on a first come-first serve basis to Chamber Member ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Press Release, CommunityFriday, January 07, 2022Santa Rosa County School District 2020-21 Graduation Rates hold steady at 90.3% The Florida Department of Education released district graduation rates on Jan. 6, with Santa Rosa County School District holding steady at 90.3%. Rates for Santa Rosa's district, as well other districts in the state, have risen significantly in the past 15 years. "The Santa Rosa County School ...read moreCategories: Community, Press Release, EducationFriday, January 07, 2022RON DESANTIS GOVERNORFlorida Department of Transportation1074 Highway 90 Chipley, FL 32428KEVIN J. THIBAULT, P.E. SECRETARY For Immediate ReleaseContact: Tanya Branton January 7, 2022tanya.branton@dot.state.fl.us (888) 638-0250, ext. 1599 Escambia and Santa Rosa County Traffic AdvisoryChipley, Fla. – Drivers will encounter traffic disruptions on the ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseTuesday, January 04, 2022January Leaps & Bounds newsletter online The January LEAPS and BOUNDS, Santa Rosa County School District’s multi-media, interactive newsletter is now online. The latest issue includes an update from the superintendent of schools, a spotlight on Locklin Technical Collage, a highlight of holiday happenings and other updates from Santa Rosa County schools during December. # # #Categories: Community, Press Release, EducationFriday, December 31, 2021The Navarre Chamber Navigators Team is looking for up and coming leaders in our community for 2022. We are looking for leaders, influencers and helping hands to make our community even better! The Navigators assist in welcoming new businesses through ribbon cuttings, ground breaking ceremonies, grand openings and personal visits. This highly visible Team provides you an excellent ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Press ReleaseTuesday, December 07, 2021BBB® Tuesday Tips Photo Courtesy of Getty Images Your Better Business Bureau has some suggestions for consumers and business owners for keeping tax information secure and avoiding tax-related scams.So far in 2021, BBB has processed approximately 1,700 complaints against tax return preparation services and related businesses (including accountants preparing tax ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseSaturday, September 04, 2021It’s #MemberSeptember, and The Navarre Chamber is taking time to celebrate our members who help make the Navarre Community a great place to live, work and visit! Meet Navarre Beach Yoga Studio! NBYS offers group classes & private sessions. They also offer Beach Yoga at the Pier, along with Stand Up Paddle Board Yoga. Their team is made up of dedicated yoga instructors, and a passionate ...read moreCategories: Chamber, CommunityFriday, 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 Release