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Saturday, 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 Release
NAVARRE 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, Education
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CALL 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, 2021January Events at Your Santa Rosa County LibraryHoliday ClosuresThe library system will close on Fri. and Sat., Dec. 31 and Jan. 1, in observance of New Year’s Day.The library system will close on Mon., Jan. 17in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.Preschool Storytime Storytime programs are presented for preschool children ages three through five and include stories, ...read moreCategories: Education, Community, Press ReleaseFriday, December 31, 2021Join the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s State of American Business event on January 11, 2022, for insights into the challenges, disruptions and opportunities accelerated by the pandemic and the start of a new economic era that American businesses like yours will help define. Register here. EDITION 130 Resources & Tips National Small Business Week 2022 award nominations deadline is ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, December 31, 2021Successfully operating in a multi-domain warfighting environment will require all of our nation’s services and components to train and fight together. It may be a challenge, but that challenge is one U.S. Army Capt. Craig Simmon of the Michigan National Guard took head-on. Simmon spent 20 weeks and countless hours on academics and training to become the first joint member and only Army Soldier ...read moreCategories: Community, Press Release
Friday, 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 ReleaseWednesday, December 29, 2021A new event has been added to the list along with updated information for Jan. 5 Navarre Beach Snowbirds Club Welcome Event. Both items are highlighted below. New Year's Eve and January events in Santa Rosa County Dec. 31New Year’s Eve Dinner Party at SpringHill Suites Navarre Beach8375 Gulf Blvd., Navarre Beach. The celebration beings at 8 p.m. and goes until 1 a.m. Enjoy a culinary experience ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityTuesday, December 28, 2021January 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.Note the changes to the commission meeting format highlighted below. Morning commission meetings will now start at 9 a.m.Blackwater SWCD Regular Board Meeting ...read moreCategories: General News Article, Community, Press ReleaseMonday, December 27, 2021New Year's Eve and January events in Santa Rosa County Dec. 31New Year’s Eve Dinner Party at SpringHill Suites Navarre Beach8375 Gulf Blvd., Navarre Beach. The celebration beings at 8 p.m. and goes until 1 a.m. Enjoy a culinary experience by the Beach House Bar & Grill and celebrate New Year’s Eve with a view of the Gulf of Mexico. Complimentary champagne toast at midnight. Reservations required. ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityMonday, December 27, 2021Florida Department of TransportationRON DESANTIS GOVERNOR1074 Highway 90Chipley, FL32428-0607KEVIN J. THIBAULT, P.E. SECRETARY For Immediate ReleaseDecember 27, 2021Contact: Tanya Branton(888) 638-0250, ext. 1599 |tanya.branton@dot.state.fl.us Construction set to begin on U.S. 90 to replace the Simpson River bridge Chipley, Fla- Construction activities are scheduled to begin the week ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityMonday, December 27, 2021Santa Rosa County Holiday Schedule - Reminder The following will be closed Fri., Dec. 31 for New Year's Day.Santa Rosa County Board of Commissioners including the libraries and animal shelter. The libraries and SRC animal shelter will also be closed Sat., Jan. 1, and Sun., Jan. 2.Santa Rosa County 9-1-1 dispatch, Lifeguard Ambulance Service and fire departments are open daily.Santa ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseTuesday, December 14, 2021BBB® Tuesday Tips Photo Courtesy of Getty Images It’s that time of year again, when open enrollment is available for health care plans through Medicare.gov, Healthcare.gov, and many employers. Unfortunately, scammers are taking advantage of this opportunity to confuse and mislead victims. How The Scam WorksThis year, BBB is seeing a convincing new phishing scam ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseTuesday, December 14, 2021SRC Animal Services: BISSELL Pet Foundation Empty the Shelters - Holiday Hope event ends soonAdoption fees are waived until Dec. 20 BISSELL Pet Foundation is bringing hope to shelter pets across the country this holiday season with its Empty the Shelters – Holiday Hope adoption event Dec. 6 – 20. SRC Animal Services is participating in the event with waived adoption ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityMonday, December 13, 2021Spring Registration is Now Open! Today is the day! Register now for spring 2022 Leisure Learning courses. Meet new people, learn new things and share new experiences in the Pensacola area with UWF Leisure Learning.Register now for these can't miss course picks!Wahoos Stadium Airbnb Tour & Chef's ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, Press ReleaseThursday, December 09, 2021Sent on behalf of Midway Fire District Midway Fire District hosting reverse Christmas parade Tue., Dec. 14 Midway Fire District will host a reverse Christmas parade with Santa at Tiger Point Park, 1370 Tiger Park Lane in Gulf Breeze, from 5-8 p.m. on Tue., Dec. 14. Those attending will stay in their vehicles and interact with Santa at a safe distance. Firefighters will be ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityWednesday, December 08, 2021Santa Rosa BOCC Commission Regular MeetingThurs., Dec. 9, 8:00 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, on Thurs., Dec. 9 at 8:00 a.m. See the interactive agenda with backup supporting documents. This meeting will be streamed live and ...read moreCategories: 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: Press Release, CommunityFriday, December 03, 2021Friday, December 3, 2021 MEMBER LOGIN| EVENTS CALENDAR|ADVERTISE WITH US Volunteers Are Welcome. Just look for the RED CHAMBER TENT & Join the Fun! CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS & TO RSVP NOW Special Thanks to: Supporting Partner:Navarre Beach Yoga ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Education, Press ReleaseTuesday, November 30, 2021BBB® Tuesday Tips Photo Courtesy of Getty Images Don't Fall for This Holiday Survey ScamScoring a great deal during the holidays is exciting. Unfortunately, con artists are using that same feeling of excitement to lure shoppers into scams. These text messages and fake surveys can steal valuable information from unsuspecting victims. How the scam worksScammers ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityTuesday, November 30, 2021The Naughty List: BBB’s 12 Scams of ChristmasPensacola, Fla. (November 29, 2021) – While 2021 is quickly winding down, scams targeting the public continue to cause trouble. Consumers should watch out for any fraudulent schemes aimed at swiping their cash and stealing personal information. Better Business Bureau (BBB) has a Naughty List with the top 12 scams of Christmas that are most likely to ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityMonday, November 29, 2021Mark your calendars and get to THEPOINTE!Categories: Press Release, CommunityMonday, November 29, 2021Registration is open! Menus Week of November 29, 2021 13th Annual Penguin Plunge'n Paddle January 1, 2022 To benefitHealing Paws For Warriors Online registration is open!! Register by Dec ...read moreCategories: Community, Press Release
Saltwater Restaurants S.E.A. Initiative Dedicates Emerald Coast Wildlife Refuge New Peli-pad HabitatWednesday, November 24, 2021Navarre, FL — Saltwater Restaurants S.E.A. Initiative dedicates Emerald Coast Wildlife Refuge New Peli-pad Habitat to support shorebird rehabilitation. Earlier this year Saltwater Restaurants, Inc. as part of their S.E. A. Initiative donated $10,000 to Emerald Coast Wildlife Refuge (ECWR) to build a shorebird rehabilitation habitat and support the rehabilitation costs for shorebirds that have ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityWednesday, November 24, 2021RON DESANTIS GOVERNORFlorida Department of Transportation1074 Highway 90 Chipley, FL 32428KEVIN J. THIBAULT, P.E. SECRETARY For Immediate ReleaseContact: Tanya Branton November 24, 2021tanya.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 ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityWednesday, November 24, 2021Media ContactDianne Gross(850) 898-3486Dianne.Gross@FloridaSBDC.org News ReleaseNovember 24, 2021For Immediate Release Florida SBDC Network Encourages Small Business Saturday Support, Participation Florida SBDC Network Headquarters (Pensacola, Fla.) – The Florida Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network today announced its participation in Small Business Saturday, which will be held this ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityTuesday, November 23, 2021Holiday events in Santa Rosa County New events added to the list are highlighted.First and third Saturday of each month (December 4, 18)Highway 87 Outdoor Market at Pik-itz 1922 Hwy. 87, Navarre. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. This bi-weekly outdoor market takes place on the first and third Saturday of each month. Farm-to-Table vendors are available along with arts and crafts and shopping ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityTuesday, November 23, 2021For Immediate Release: November 17, 2021 Contact Information:Emerald McDanielPh: (850) 939-2427Email: election@hnws-fl.com The Holley Navarre Water System, Inc. will hold its Annual Meeting including election of director on January 18, 2022. The meeting will be called to order at 7:00am and voting will take place from 7:30am till 7:00pm at The Club at Hidden Creek. This year’s ...read moreCategories: Community, Press Release.png)
Tuesday, November 23, 2021The Navarre Beach Area Chamber of Commerce is inviting businesses, organizations and individuals to participate in the 2nd Annual Let It Glow Holiday Decorating Competition sponsored by Gulf Power Company. The Chamber is looking to showcase the best holiday decorations in South Santa Rosa County in four major categories. Best Decorated Business/Organization: This will include restaurants, ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityTuesday, November 23, 2021Pensacola, Fla. (November 23, 2021) – Black Friday, traditionally the single busiest shopping day of the year, arrives a little earlier this year, with many stores already advertising Black Friday prices. Instead of setting an alarm to brave crowds for deeply discounted items, dedicated shoppers are expected to look for deals online, similar to last year -- that is, if they haven't already ...read moreCategories: Community, Press Release
Friday, November 19, 2021The Multi-Domain Warfare Officer (13O) Initial Skills Training Class 21B conducted the final portion of their two-week, multi-location temporary duty training at Sixteenth Air Force’s 616th Operations Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, or JBSA, Texas. During this visit, the 13O students received briefings on the Air Forces Cyber mission and the role the 616th OC plays in supporting U.S. ...read moreCategories: Press ReleaseFriday, November 19, 2021Animal services offers short-term Thanksgiving foster program Foster a pet this Thanksgiving through Santa Rosa County Animal Services' short-term foster program! Foster parents can pick up a pet from 1 to 4 p.m. on Mon. Nov. 22 or Tues., Nov. 23, foster them through the Thanksgiving holiday and drop them off Mon., Nov. 29 from 11:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. The shelter will provide ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseThursday, November 18, 2021Today, Governor Ron DeSantis continued his unwavering support of Florida residents and businesses by signing several pieces of legislation designed to protect our workforce and power our economy forward. Throughout the pandemic, the Governor’s thoughtful, sensible approach has kept Florida open and able to welcome the visitors that are our livelihood. As a result, Florida visitation ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Press Release, CommunityTuesday, November 16, 2021BBB® Tuesday Tips Photo Courtesy of Getty Images 10 Holiday Marketing Ideas To Boost Brand EngagementBased on last year's data, small businesses experienced a 26.6% increase in sales from online shopping over the holidays. So, what does that mean for your holiday marketing strategy?In order to increase your brand engagement this holiday shopping season, you'll ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityThursday, November 11, 2021Top TakeawaysThe partisan reconciliation bill conceals its cost and its impacts on the economy.Inflation’s up 6.2%, and passing the reconciliation bill will only make it worse.Here are the facts on infrastructure: It’s 100% real physical infrastructure, and it won’t worsen inflation.On Veterans Day we honor and support those who have given so much for our country.Developments That MatterWe Have ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community, Press ReleaseSaturday, November 06, 2021Find Us at One of Our Outreach Locations! #AskAdam at the Navarre Chamber Florida SBDC at UWF Associate Director, Adam McCloskey, will be at the Navarre Chamber outreach location every Tuesday from 9:00am-12:00pm. He is available for no-cost consulting with no appointment necessary! Contact amccloskey@uwf.edu Small Business Saturday is November 27 Small Business Saturday is an initiative created ...read moreCategories: Education, Community, Press ReleaseSaturday, November 06, 2021Navarre Library to close Nov. 15-27 for renovations The Navarre Library will be closed beginning Mon., Nov. 15 through Sat., Nov. 27 for renovations. This closure includes the after-hours book drop at the library. For patrons who use the Navarre Library, keep any library materials that are checked out and return them when the Navarre Library reopens. Patrons may also check out and ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityFriday, November 05, 2021Florida Department of TransportationRON DESANTIS GOVERNOR1074 Highway 90 Chipley, FL 32428-0607KEVIN J. THIBAULT, P.E. SECRETARY For Immediate ReleaseNovember 5, 2021Contact: Tanya Branton(888) 638-0250, ext. 1599tanya.branton@dot.state.fl.us Major Roadway Construction Activities Begin on U.S. 98 Widening Project Chipley, Fla.– Crews will begin major roadway widening and ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityThursday, November 04, 2021Action Requested -- Your feedback is needed by Nov. 10 MEMORANDUM To: Businesses and Stakeholders that Rely on Trade, Logistics, Manufacturing and Rural Economic DevelopmentFrom: Mark Wilson, President & CEO, Florida Chamber of CommerceDate: ...read moreCategories: Economic, Community, Press ReleaseThursday, November 04, 2021YMCA of Northwest FloridaNovember 2021 From the Director's Desk:A Time to Give ThanksOn one holiday hand, your pumpkin is probably still sitting on your porch. On the other holiday hand, Christmas stuff is filling retail and craft stores, while some area radio stations are eager to ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityThursday, November 04, 2021+ Take our survey and enter to win a $100 Amazon gift card! Tell us about your business and you could win a $100 Amazon gift card! Our short survey takes about three minutes to complete and provides our editorial team with a wealth of information that’s used to create content your business can tap into all year long. Take the CO— reader survey now! EDITION 122 Resources & Tips Expert ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseThursday, November 04, 2021Animal Services hours changing for the month of November Santa Rosa County Animal Services is changing their hours for the month of November to allow time for staff training and on-boarding of new shelter staff. Below are the new hours for the month of November effective immediately: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 11:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.Wednesdays ClosedSaturdays ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseTuesday, November 02, 2021Santa Rosa County School District schedules six town hall meetingsfor strategic plan The Santa Rosa County School District has partnered with Cognia, an international education accreditation association, to create a strategic plan for the district's next five years. In October, a series of surveys were issued to students, teachers, families and the public to garner ...read moreCategories: Education, Community, Press ReleaseTuesday, November 02, 2021Small Business Saturday is a good thing. But this year–and all subsequent ones, if you ask us–let’s celebrate a season of small, a season of local. Why settle for just one day? If you ask a child about something they like, most of them will tell you two is better than one and three is even better than that. When it comes to shopping small, we have to concur. A whole season celebrating the ...read moreCategories: Community, Chamber, Press ReleaseMonday, November 01, 2021Holiday events in Santa Rosa CountyFirst and third Saturday of each month (November 6, 20 and December 4, 18)Highway 87 Outdoor Market at Pik-itz 1922 Hwy. 87, Navarre. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. This bi-weekly outdoor market takes place on the first and third Saturday of each month. Farm-to-Table vendors are available along with arts and crafts and shopping inside Pik-Itz! Art & Antiques. ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseMonday, November 01, 2021November Leaps & Bounds newsletter online The November 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, information the principals and assistant principals of the year, the upcoming town hall meetings and other highlights from Santa Rosa ...read moreCategories: Community, Press Release, EducationMonday, November 01, 2021Santa Rosa County seeks resident feedback on redistricting - Nov. 4 last day to fill out survey Santa Rosa County is seeking resident feedback on the proposed redistricting that was presented at the Oct. 26 commission regular meeting. The public input period is open until 4:30 p.m. on Thurs., Nov. 4. Residents may review the proposed changes and provide feedback on the interactive ...read moreCategories: Community, Press Release
Saturday, October 30, 2021For Immediate ReleaseOctober 29, 2021 Contact: Trip Farmer803-518-2244 HCA Healthcare North Florida Division AnnouncesZach McCluskey as Chief Executive Officer ofFort Walton Beach Medical Center Fort Walton Beach, Fla. – HCA Healthcare North Florida Division announced today the appointment of Zach McCluskey, as Chief Executive Officer of Fort Walton Beach Medical Center, effective December ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, October 29, 2021RON DESANTIS GOVERNORFlorida Department of Transportation1074 Highway 90 Chipley, FL 32428KEVIN J. THIBAULT, P.E. SECRETARY For Immediate ReleaseContact: Tanya Branton October 29, 2021tanya.branton@dot.state.fl.us (888) 638-0250, ext. 1599 Escambia and Santa Rosa County Traffic Advisory Chipley, Fla. – Drivers will encounter traffic disruptions on the ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, October 29, 2021Thank you to those who donated to Animal ServicesDry dog food donations no longer needed Santa Rosa County Animal Services has received hundreds of dry dog food donations over the last week and would like to thank the community for their support. Due to the amount received, the shelter can no longer accept dry dog food donations at this time. The shelter is still accepting canned food and other ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityFriday, October 29, 2021Civil Air Patrol’s NRAT Team quickly identifies Idaho plane crash, one survivor Emergency responders were able to quickly locate a small plane crash site deep in the Idaho mountains, thanks to the work of Civil Air Patrol’s volunteer National Radar Analysis Team, Aug. 28. The plane, a Cessna TU206, single-engine aircraft departed from the McCall airport at 12:30 p.m. with three people onboard. ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityFriday, October 29, 2021CLICK HERE FOR ANNOUNCEMENTCategories: Community, Press ReleaseThursday, October 28, 2021October 28- November 3, 2021 News | Business | Sports | Community | Beach Service dog has cared for Hannah; now she needs to take care of him Water system faces difficult cleanup situation Larry the Giraffe towers over Navarre Beach neighborhood Sold: Gulf Breeze Flea market closes after 28 years Hotel to replace Mike’s Garden Check out this week's photo gallery View the community's calendar of ...read moreCategories: Education, Press Release, Community, General News ArticleThursday, October 28, 2021FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Janice GilleyOctober 28, 2021 (850) 595-1036 Northwest Florida Delegation Supports State Lawsuit to protectFederal Contract Employees from Federal Vaccine Mandate PENSACOLA, FL- State ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityTuesday, October 26, 2021| OCTOBER 2021 | GOVERNOR CALLS FOR SPECIAL SESSIONLast week, Governor Ron DeSantis announced his plans to call the Florida Legislature into a Special Session to take a stand against the federal government's overreach. His announcement outlined protections for employees who face termination due to COVID-19 vaccine mandates and reaffirm that a government entity may not fire employees based on ...read moreCategories: Political, Community, Press ReleaseMonday, October 25, 2021Menus Week of October 25, 2021 Effective today, October 25, 2021 The number of dogs and some bad behavior has gotten out of hand. We love dogs and regret having to do this but we are implementing aNo Pets policy, effective today, October 25, 2021. The exception to this is Service Animals, and while all of our dogs are comfort animals, not all are Service Animals!We appreciate your cooperation and ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseMonday, October 25, 2021November 2021 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.Blackwater SWCD Regular Board Meeting - Nov. 4, 7:30 a.m. Jay Service Center, 3927 Hwy. 4, Suite 201 in JayTourist Development Council Board Meeting - ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityFriday, October 22, 2021The Big Week for Small Business starts tomorrow (Oct. 20)! There are only a few spots left, so register now to attend our FREE, two-day virtual conference, and get access to interactive workshops, discussions and advice on today’s most pressing small business topics. RSVP here. EDITION 120 Resources & Tips Winter is coming (and so is Black Friday)Creating a marketing plan, checking your ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, October 22, 2021Thank you for joining us for Day 1 of The Big Week for Small Business! Below, you’ll find a recap of the day’s keynote conversations, interactive workshops and links to more resources to help your small business survive and thrive. We’ll see you tomorrow at noon ET for another awesome day of small business insights! SPECIAL SEND DAY 1 HIGHLIGHTS The many ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityFriday, October 22, 2021SPECIAL SEND DAY 2 HIGHLIGHTS SBA Administrator on post-pandemic small business growthAccess to capital, technology and other resources is instrumental for small businesses hoping to rebuild and grow in the wake of the pandemic. This afternoon, Neil Bradley, executive vice president and chief policy officer of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, spoke to the administrator of the Small ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityFriday, October 22, 2021RON DESANTIS GOVERNORFlorida Department of Transportation1074 Highway 90 Chipley, FL 32428KEVIN J. THIBAULT, P.E. SECRETARY For Immediate ReleaseContact: Tanya Branton October 22, 2021tanya.branton@dot.state.fl.us (888) 638-0250, ext. 1599 Escambia and Santa Rosa County Traffic Advisory Chipley, Fla. – Drivers will encounter traffic disruptions on the ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, October 22, 2021FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: DANIELLE CLARK Friday, October 22, 2021 clarkd@santarosa.k12.fl.us 850-983-5043 SANTA ROSA TEACHERS OF THE YEAR ANNOUNCED Santa Rosa County, FL – Santa Rosa Education Foundation is pleased to announce the thirty-five nominees for Santa Rosa Teacher of the Year. Nominees were selected by their ...read moreCategories: Community, Press Release, EducationFriday, October 22, 2021Photo: Dr. Karen Barber, district superintendent, visits East Milton Elementary. Santa Rosa County District Schools named Academically High-Performing School District for eighth year Santa Rosa County District Schools has been named an Academically High-Performing School District for the 2020-21 school year again, per section 1003.621, Florida Statutes by the ...read moreCategories: Education, Community, Press ReleaseFriday, October 22, 2021November Events at Your Santa Rosa County LibraryHoliday Closures All Santa Rosa County Libraries will be closed Thurs. Nov. 11, in observance of Veterans Day, and Thurs.-Sat., Nov. 25-27 in observance of Thanksgiving. Fall Into Thanksgiving – All Libraries Families are invited to drop by the library and pick up a thankfulness craft that the ...read moreCategories: Community, Press Release, EducationThursday, October 21, 2021October 21-27, 2021 News | Business | Sports | Community | Beach Zoning Board denies Midway church fence solution Left to die: Local family mourns after son killed by hit and run driver Small lizards underfoot in south end of county School district still has room to grow Highway 98 to close while crews remove pedestrian bridge Check out this week's photo gallery View the community's calendar of ...read moreCategories: Community, Press Release
Wednesday, October 20, 2021Today Is “Support Your Local Chamber of Commerce Day”! As a Catalyst, Convener & Champion for the Navarre area, we strive to support local businesses and our community. As a valued Chamber member, we hope you’ll join us in celebrating our organization today (October 20th) and throughout the rest of October! Here are some ways you can show your support for The Navarre Chamber: “SHARE” this ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Press Release, CommunityWednesday, October 20, 2021Just a reminder that all Nonprofits, Public Agencies & Organizations in Escambia & Santa Rosa Counties are invited to an Overview of the United Way of West Florida's VISTA CAP PROGRAM. The Overview will be presented via Zoom by Tricia Woodard, the VISTA Manager for United Way of West Florida.Please make plans to join us to learn more about how the Vista CAP Program:How the Vista CAP Program ...read moreCategories: Community, Press Release, Chamber, EconomicWednesday, October 20, 2021Santa Rosa County Animal Services to start new Dogs at Work Foster Program Santa Rosa County Animal Services is starting a new Dogs at Work Foster Program. Dog-friendly businesses in Santa Rosa County are encouraged to participate by having a representative sign up to foster and allow the dog to work with them during the day. On average, 1,000 animals that enter the shelter each ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseTuesday, October 19, 2021Drive through rabies vaccine clinic Oct. 22, 4-6 p.m. The Florida Department of Health in Santa Rosa County and local veterinarians from Pace Veterinary Clinic and Ark Animal Hospital are offering low-cost rabies vaccines for cats and dogs from 4 to 6 p.m. on Fri., Oct. 22 at Santa Rosa County Animal Services, 4451 Pine Forest Road in ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityMonday, October 18, 2021The Sunshine State is still in recovery mode, says Florida’s top economist, even if the state continues to overperform economic projections. The latest Long-Range Financial Outlook report, published in September, increased prior general revenue estimates by more than $1 billion a year through the 2024-25 fiscal year. For the current fiscal year, the general revenue estimate increased $2.3 ...read moreCategories: Economic, Community, Press ReleaseMonday, October 18, 2021CLICK HERE FOR THE OCTOBER 15, 2021 ISSUE OF THE CHAMBER CONNECTIONCategories: Community, Chamber, Press Release
Monday, October 18, 2021NEW BLOG POST - Local Businesses Take on the Supply Chain CrisisCategories: Chamber, Press Release, CommunityMonday, October 18, 2021Download Document Dear Members and Friends of the Chamber, Leadership Santa Rosa Alumni has announced its ninth year in awarding unrestricted funds to a nonprofit organization based in or serving Santa Rosa County. The Reinvesting In Santa Rosa Excellence (R.I.S.E.) program will award $3,000 this year through an application and interview process. Nonprofit organizations are invited to apply for ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityFriday, October 15, 2021Snowbird Markets In honor of the wonderful snowbirds that are joining our community for the winter months, the Highway 87 Outdoor Market at Pik-itz is adding snowbird vendors for our winter markets. We offer discounts fees for snowbird vendors who wish to participate. Contact the store for registration information. Snowbird Market Dates:- December 18th, 2021- January 15th, ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityThursday, October 14, 2021Red tide present at Navarre Beach PierThe Florida Department of Health in Santa Rosa County (DOH-Santa Rosa) is reminding residents and visitors to use caution when on the beach or in waters with high concentrations of red tide. Low levels of red tide have been detected in sampling conducted from Navarre Beach Pier. Protect your family and pets by staying away from affected areas ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseThursday, October 14, 2021Santa Rosa County first in the panhandle to participate in CARES program Santa Rosa County (SRC) 911 dispatchers and Lifeguard Ambulance are the first in the panhandle of Florida to participate in the Cardiac Arrest Registry to Enhance Survival (CARES) program. Every year, more than 300,000 people experience an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest in the United States. Unfortunately, ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseThursday, October 14, 2021FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Naming of Health Center on New Baptist Health Care Campus Will Honor Bear Family Foundation’s Historic Gift PENSACOLA, Fla. (Oct. 14, 2021) – Baptist Health Care Foundation will honor a $4.5 million gift commitment from the Bear Family Foundation by naming the health center on the new Baptist Health Care campus the “Bear ...read moreCategories: Press Release, Community
Thursday, October 14, 2021Hwy 98 at Hurlburt Field will be closed to all thru traffic on Saturday, 23 Oct 21, at 10:00 PM through Sunday, 24 Oct 21, at 8:00 AM in order to temporarily relocate the pedestrian bridge for maintenance. In addition, traffic on Hwy 98 will be reduced to 2-lanes and the westbound access ramp to Hwy 98 will be closed beginning at 5:00 PM on 23 Oct 21 to allow for a crane set up on the westbound ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityFriday, October 08, 2021October 8, 2021 SANTA ROSA COUNTY DRIVE THROUGHRABIES VACCINATION CLINICContact: Dana Grissom, PIOPIO.CHD57@flhealth.gov 850-564-2291Milton, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Santa Rosa County (DOH-Santa Rosa) and Santa Rosa Animal Control will host a drive-through rabies vaccination clinic for dogs and cats, ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityFriday, October 08, 2021RON DESANTIS GOVERNORFlorida Department of Transportation1074 Highway 90 Chipley, FL 32428KEVIN J. THIBAULT, P.E. SECRETARY For Immediate ReleaseContact: Tanya Branton October 8, 2021tanya.branton@dot.state.fl.us (888) 638-0250, ext. 1599 Escambia and Santa Rosa County Traffic Advisory Chipley, Fla. – Drivers will encounter traffic disruptions on the ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, October 08, 2021Fighting to keep employees during the Great Resignation? Keep reading for ideas from Quint Studer on how to retain your people! If you missed Quint's blog article from this week, it's a good (and very relevant) one. The key to retaining talent is to give employees a clear path for growth and development. How? Here are a few ways you can ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityFriday, October 08, 2021SAFER Santa Rosa County4499 Pine Forest RoadMilton, FL 32583FEIN 26-4203905Phone: 850-981-8849Email: Safer23 @SAFERsrc.org P S A CONTACT: Janis Wilson Case Management Coordinator SAFER Santa Rosa County 850-341-1399 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FREE TRAINING SAFER Santa Rosa County is offering a free RECOVERY OPERATIONS Training ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, October 08, 2021Residential recycling services will resume in Santa Rosa County Mon., Oct. 11 Residential recycling services will resume on Mon., Oct. 11 for customers in all unincorporated areas of Santa Rosa County who utilize Waste Pro (the county’s waste collections franchisee). Emerald Coast Utilities Authority’s Materials Recycling Facility has completed repairs to their facility. For ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityFriday, October 08, 2021Santa Rosa County Veterans Memorial seeking participants for Nov. 11 Veterans Day Parade The Santa Rosa County Veterans Memorial is in the planning stages for the Nov. 11 Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony. Organizations interested in participating should contact the Veterans Memorial Plaza at 850-860-2427 or email santarosa.veterans.memorial.plaza@gmail.com. # # #Categories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, October 08, 2021Santa Rosa County School District revises COVID guidelines for second nine-weeks With the decline in active COVID cases, Santa Rosa County District Schools have adjusted their health guidelines for the second nine-week period which begins Oct. 11. “As of September 28, our schools were at .03% positivity for students and .06% for staff,” said Dr. Karen ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseMonday, October 04, 2021Step One Automotive Group is delivering our monthly news straight to your inbox! We're covering upcoming events, recaps from the previous month, and all things Step One. Step One Automotive Group is an American company based in Northwest Florida that was built on a singular dedication to empowering lives through smarter and easier ways of accessing mobility. With over 22 dealerships in Alabama, ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityMonday, October 04, 2021Find Us at One of Our Outreach Locations! Business with Brea Every Thursday @ Chipola College Florida SBDC at UWF business consultant, Brea Webb, will be at the Chipola College outreach location every Thursday from 9:30am-3:00pm. She is available for no-cost consulting with no appointment necessary! Building Z Room 216bwebb@uwf.edu850-407-0681 A Change in New Hire Reporting"Beginning October 1, ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Education, Community, Press ReleaseMonday, October 04, 2021For Immediate ReleaseOctober 4, 2021Contact: Jackalyn Kovacjackalyn_kovac@srmcfl.com Breast Cancer Screenings Should Not Be Delayed Due to COVID-19Early detection and treatment supports the best possible outcomes MILTON, Fla.– Breast cancer and other medical illnesses remain a risk for women - even amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Unfortunately, due to concerns about the virus, many women have ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityMonday, October 04, 2021East Bay Blvd. closed at 6244 until further notice - road compromised East Bay Boulevard is closed at 6244 until further notice due to the road being compromised. The detour will be East Bay Boulevard to Edgewood Drive to Highway 98 to Bergren Road to the east and the reverse to the west. Use caution when approaching this area and use the detour until the road can be ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, October 01, 2021Upcoming University Events Experience UWF Downtown Lecture Series The University of West Florida College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities presents the Experience UWF Downtown Lecture Series showcasing scholars of outstanding prominence who promote the value and role of the Liberal Arts in building and sustaining contemporary culture. These ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, Press ReleaseFriday, October 01, 2021FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Baptist Health Care Celebrates Historic Milestone with 70th Anniversary PENSACOLA, Fla. (Sept. 30, 2021) – Baptist Health Care is celebrating its 70th anniversary in October, marking the treatment of the first patient admitted to Baptist Hospital on Oct. 17, 1951.The ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, October 01, 2021RON DESANTIS GOVERNORFlorida Department of Transportation1074 Highway 90 Chipley, FL 32428KEVIN J. THIBAULT, P.E. SECRETARY For Immediate ReleaseContact: Tanya Branton October 1, 2021tanya.branton@dot.state.fl.us (888) 638-0250, ext. 1599 Escambia and Santa Rosa County Traffic Advisory Chipley, Fla. – Drivers will encounter traffic disruptions on the ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, October 01, 2021Agency Certification Training We will be hosting two Agency Certification Training sessions: October 6 | 1 - 2:30 p.m.October 8 | 8 - 9:30 a.m. These sessions will be hybrid, offering both in-person (in the United Way of West Florida Community Room) and virtual attendance via Microsoft Teams. In-person attendance is limited to 12 people per session. Masks are required in accordance with CDC ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, October 01, 2021View this email in your browserColdwell Banker Around the World: September 2021 Nestled beneath an endless backdrop of the Sierra Madre mountains in Jalisco, Mexico is Puerto Vallarta. Travel through the charming neighborhoods and beautiful beaches, browse eclectic shops, indulge in cuisine, and wander the malecón (boardwalk). Read More...3 Affordable and Cozy Home Revamp Ideas to Try this ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseThursday, September 30, 2021OCTOBER HIGHLIGHTS Arcadia Mill Archaeological Site Tour*Date: October 1, 2021 Tuition: $15Between 1817-1855, Arcadia became a multi-faceted operation including a sawmill, a lumber mill, the Arcadia Pail Factory, a shingle mill, an experimental silk operation and one of the first railroads chartered in territorial Florida. View the museum exhibit, ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseThursday, September 30, 2021Extension Services' Peanut Butter Challenge collects peanut butter for low-income families Since peanuts are one of the major crops grown in Santa Rosa County – and peanut butter is a great protein - UF/IFAS Extension Santa Rosa is holding their annual Peanut Butter Challenge Oct. 1 to Nov. 24 to feed local families in need. Collected peanut butter will be distributed through ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityThursday, September 30, 2021September 30- October 6, 2021 News | Business | Sports | Community | Beach Flea market vendors are uncertain of their future Recycling likely to resume in early October Scoot coupes cruise island appealing to visitor's of all ages Navarre man donates customized rods for Navarre Fishing Rodeo junior division prizes Young osprey set free on Navarre Beach Hundreds of volunteers gather for ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseThursday, September 30, 2021Mail Delivery Is About To Get Slower And Pricier Just In Time For The Holidays September 28,2021 The U.S. Postal Service says the new service standards for first-class mail will increase delivery reliability, consistency and efficiency for customers, officials say. You better get those holiday packages sent out sooner rather than later: Mail delivery is about to get slower and more ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseWednesday, September 29, 2021Santa Rosa Medical Center is on a mission to help the people of our community be well and live healthier. One of the best ways to achieve and maintain a healthy lifestyle is to be informed. To help, we are launching Live Healthy, a monthly e-newsletter designed to promote healthy living. Each issue will include a variety of health and wellness topics including:Tips to help you live healthierKeys ...read moreCategories: Community, Press Release
Wednesday, September 29, 2021For Immediate Release Contact: 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 PARTNER AGENCY CERTIFICATION OPENS OCTOBER 4 PENSACOLA, Fla. – September 27, 2021Nonprofit organizations in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties that wish to apply to become a Certified Partner Agency ...read moreCategories: Community, Press Release
Tuesday, September 28, 2021Leadership Santa Rosa Alumni is now accepting applications for the 2021 R.I.S.E. Grant.RISE APPLICATION ANNOUNCEMENTRISE SANTA ROSA LEADERSHIP ALUMNI GRANTCategories: Chamber, Community, Press ReleaseMonday, September 27, 2021Please note the corrected date for the Library Advisory Board Meeting highlighted below. October 2021 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.Marine Advisory - Oct. 5, 5 p.m. Tourist Development ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityMonday, September 27, 2021Florida continues to see relatively little change in new unemployment claims, with the U.S. Department of Labor estimating Thursday that the state had 6,845 initial claims during the week that ended Sept. 18. The estimate was down from a revised count of 7,761 for the week ending Sept. 11 and similar to the average of 7,889 claims a week since mid-May. Read more here.Categories: Economic, Press Release, Community, General News ArticleMonday, September 27, 2021RON DESANTIS GOVERNORFlorida Department of Transportation1074 Highway 90 Chipley, FL 32428KEVIN J. THIBAULT, P.E. SECRETARY For Immediate ReleaseSeptember 27, 2021Contact: Tanya Branton(888) 638-0250, ext. 1599 | tanya.branton@dot.state.fl.us FDOT District Three to Host Tentative Five-Year Work Program Hybrid Hearing Fiscal Years 2022/2023 – 2026/2027 Chipley, Fla. – ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityMonday, September 27, 2021Santa Rosa County Veterans Memorial seeking participants for Nov. 11 Veterans Day Parade The Santa Rosa County Veterans Memorial is in the planning stages for the Nov. 11 Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony. Organizations interested in participating should contact the Veterans Memorial Plaza at 850-860-2427 or email santarosa.veterans.memorial.plaza@gmail.com. # # # Share ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityMonday, September 27, 2021Rendering of Wallace Lake K-8 Santa Rosa County District Schools holds groundbreaking for new Pace K-8 Santa Rosa County District Schools will host a groundbreaking for a new Pace K-8 school on Mon., Oct. 4, 11 a.m. at 3354 Wallace Lake Rd. in Pace. “We are delighted to ...read moreCategories: Education, Community, Press ReleaseMonday, September 27, 2021Wendt Farm and Nursery was awarded the 2021 Santa Rosa County Farm Family of the Year 55th Annual Santa Rosa County Farm Tour goes virtual The 55th Annual Santa Rosa County Farm Tour tradition continues with a hybrid tour this year. The farm tour committee has been busy filming producers this summer and would like to share this with everyone. The video tour will be available ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityMonday, September 27, 2021Santa Rosa County Animal Services asks community to foster and adopt Santa Rosa County Animal Services (SRCAS) is asking the community to help with the urgent need for fosters and adopters. SRCAS operates at or near capacity every day and currently has 270 animals, of which 44 dogs and 28 cats are available for adoption, 101 animals are in foster homes and 16 cats are available ...read moreCategories: Press Release, Community
Monday, September 27, 2021Registration for the 2021 Emerald Coast Transportation Symposium is now open! The Symposium will be November 4th and 5th at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa. Rooms must be reserved prior to October 15, details on the Symposium event page. Don't miss the opportunity to experience Big Data in transportation, with expertise from special guests, keynote speakers, and panelists that will ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, September 24, 2021Santa Rosa County receives grant from Estuary Program Santa Rosa County received a $16,573 grant award from the Pensacola and Perdido Bays Estuary Program, one of nine awards at the program's Community Grant Symposium held on Sept. 23, during National Estuaries Week. The Pensacola and Perdido Bays Estuary Program's Community Grant Program funds projects that serve ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityFriday, September 24, 2021RON DESANTIS GOVERNORFlorida Department of Transportation1074 Highway 90 Chipley, FL 32428KEVIN J. THIBAULT, P.E. SECRETARY For Immediate ReleaseContact: Tanya Branton September 24, 2021tanya.branton@dot.state.fl.us (888) 638-0250, ext. 1599 Escambia and Santa Rosa County Traffic Advisory Chipley, Fla. – Drivers will encounter traffic disruptions on the ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, September 24, 2021FEMA Bulletin Week of September 21, 2021 FEMA BULLETIN Week of September 21, 2021View as Webpage | Subscribe In this Edition:· DHS Hosts Prepare to Protect Webinar· FEMA Holds Stakeholder Call on Best Practices in Federal, State and Local Collaboration· FEMA Hosts Incident Command System Webinar· Congressional Support for National Preparedness ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityFriday, September 24, 2021The 2021 EntreCon® Awards presented by Cox Business will recognize the achievements and economic impact that leaders and businesses have on the community.The categories aim to honor businesses at every stage in their life cycle, from start-ups to large corporations. Winners will receive their award at an in-person reception, they will be honored at a virtual awards ceremony, and they will be ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, September 24, 2021Navarre listed on FishingBooker's 12 Best Fall Fishing Destinations Navarre has been named the number two fall fishing destination for 2021 in the United States by FishingBooker. This comes ahead of the Navarre Fishing Rodeo happening Oct. 2-3. FishingBooker is an international blog with the world's largest fishing charter community for connecting anglers and fishing guides, ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseWednesday, September 22, 2021Help Make Safety a Core Value in Florida's Construction Industry Join Our Campaign and Help Make Safety a Core Value in Florida's Construction Industry The Florida Chamber Safety Council has officially launched the Safety Means Success Campaign - ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityBaptist Health Care and Florida Blue Collaborate to Provide Local Businesses Affordable Health InsurWednesday, September 22, 2021Baptist Health Care and Florida Blue collaborate to provide local businesses affordable health insurance optionsFlorida Blue-affiliated company, Truli for Health, created to serve small to mid-sized employers.PENSACOLA, Fla., Sept. 22, 2021 - Truli for Health (Truli), an affiliate of Florida Blue and an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association, is a new health ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseWednesday, September 22, 202140th Annual Homemakers Holiday Fair Booth space still available for rent The 40th Annual Homemakers Holiday Fair will be held Sat., Nov. 6 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Santa Rosa County Auditorium, 4530 Spikes Way in Milton. There is no admission fee for this event. The Homemakers Holiday Fair features crafts made by local artisans, homemade soup, sandwiches ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityMonday, September 20, 2021Please join FEMA Region 4 for Operation HOPE's Tips for Financial Preparedness webinar For our last workshop in our National Preparedness Month webinar series, we’re covering financial preparedness. Operation HOPE will discuss budget basics, how to read a credit report, and how to correct errors that may negatively affect your credit rating. Registration information is below, and we hope you ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityMonday, September 20, 2021Santa Rosa BOCC Commission Work SessionThurs., Sept. 23, 8:30 a.m. at Administrative Complex in Milton The Santa Rosa Board of County Commissioners will hold a commission work session in the Administrative Complex, 6495 Caroline St. in Milton, on Thurs., Sept. 23 at 8:30 a.m. See the interactive agenda with backup supporting documents. This meeting will be streamed live and ...read moreCategories: Community, Political, Press ReleaseFriday, September 17, 2021GULF BREEZE, Fla. (Sept. 14, 2021) – The Andrews Institute Ambulatory Surgery Center (AIASC) has earned the Advanced Orthopaedic Certification from the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC). MORE DETAILSCategories: Press Release, CommunityFriday, September 17, 2021Print ad used in the Open Air Fun Campaign Santa Rosa County Tourist Development Office earns Silver Flagler Award VISIT FLORIDA has announced the recipients of the 2021 Florida Tourism Hall of Fame and Flagler Awards. Each year, leaders in Florida tourism are chosen by selection committees to receive these prestigious awards. The Santa Rosa County Tourist Development Office ...read moreCategories: Press ReleaseFriday, September 17, 2021RON DESANTIS GOVERNORFlorida Department of Transportation1074 Highway 90 Chipley, FL 32428KEVIN J. THIBAULT, P.E. SECRETARY For Immediate ReleaseContact: Tanya Branton September 17, 2021tanya.branton@dot.state.fl.us (888) 638-0250, ext. 1599 Escambia and Santa Rosa County Traffic Advisory Chipley, Fla. – Drivers will encounter traffic disruptions on the ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityFriday, September 17, 2021Navarre, FL — On Friday, September 17th members of the Preserve Navarre nonprofit filed appropriate paperwork with the Santa Rosa Supervisor of Elections to establish a political action committee (PAC). READ MORECategories: Political, Community, Press ReleaseFriday, September 17, 2021505th CCW members involved support search and rescue mission resulting in two lives savedDeb Henley, 505th Command and Control Wing Public Affairs *graphic captions below Arizona emergency responders were able to quickly locate a small plane which crashed in a sparsely populated area near Amado, Arizona, on Aug. 2, thanks in large part to the combined work of Civil Air Patrol’s volunteer ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, September 17, 2021 Visit our website Categories: Press Release, Community
Thursday, September 16, 2021PSC JOB FAIR Update 3 1. PSC veteran Affairs 2. Dominos Pizza 3. Capstone Adaptive Learning4. Buffalo Rock5. Express Employment Professionals6. PSC / Career Technical Education7. Florida Dept. Of Corrections8. Santa Rosa County Human Resources9. PSC Recruiting10. McDonalds 11. PSC Human Resources12. HT ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseThursday, September 16, 2021$360,000 in grants awarded to Santa Rosa County Yesterday, Wed., Sept. 15, Governor Ron DeSantis announced at a press conference held in Milton that Santa Rosa County will receive a $300,000 Defense Infrastructure Grant to continue easement purchases around NAS Whiting Field to provide critical buffer zones. The county is also receiving a $60,000 Defense Reinvestment Grant to promote ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityThursday, September 16, 2021Some roads experiencing flooding in south Santa RosaThe intersection of Ortega Street and Onich Drive in Navarre is closed due to flooding. Seek an alternate route.High School Boulevard in Navarre has water on the road but is passable. A flash flood warning is in effect for portions of the south end of Santa Rosa County until 8:15 p.m. According to the National Weather Service Mobile, ...read moreCategories: Community, Press Release
Thursday, September 16, 2021Come visit Beach Bank at the Panhandle Job Fair: Friday, September 17, 2021 10 am - 2 pm First Baptist Church 21 First Street Fort Walton Beach If you want to be a part of an organization whose core values define its identity, drives its goals, and guides its actions and decisions, then Beach Bank is the right place for you. To learn more about joining our team, please visit ...read moreCategories: Press Release, Community
Wednesday, September 15, 202113th Annual Run for the Reef10K Run & 5K Run/Walk1 Mile Kids Fun RunSaturday, October 9th, 2021Windjammers on the Pier8579 Gulf Boulevard Navarre Beach, FL 32566Race Start time 7:30 AMRace Day Registration 6:00-7:00 AMBenefiting Navarre Beach Marine Sanctuary – Snorkeling and Diving ReefsCHRONOTRACK electronic chip timing!5K Course: Beautiful Out and Back 5K (3.1 mi) along Gulf Blvd. Start near ...read moreCategories: Press Release, CommunityMonday, September 13, 2021Recently, President Joe Biden announced his "Path Out of the Pandemic" plan to combat the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The three provisions that have the biggest impact to the business community are: Requiring employers with more than 100 employees to require vaccination or weekly testingRequiring employers with more than 100 employees to provide paid time off for employees to get vaccinated ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Economic, Community, Press Release.JPG)
Monday, September 13, 2021Terry Light, owner of Pik-itz Art & Antiques is excited to announce the Inaugural Highway 87 Fall Art Festival on Saturday, October 9, 2021 from 9 am to 4 pm. If you are an artist, please apply now to be part of the Art Festival at Pik-itz, 1922 Highway 87. Call 850.710.7128. If you are a local business on Highway 87, and you want to add your event to the Highway 87 Fall Art Festival, please ...read moreCategories: Community, Press Release.JPG)
Monday, September 13, 2021Santa Rosa Medical Center is on a mission to help the people of our community be well and live healthier. One of the best ways to achieve and maintain a healthy lifestyle is to be informed. To help, we are launching Live Healthy, a monthly e-newsletter designed to promote healthy living. Each issue will include a variety of health and wellness topics including:Tips to help you live healthierKeys ...read moreCategories: Education, Community, Press ReleaseFriday, September 10, 2021September 9-15, 2021 News | Business | Sports | Community | Beach 9-11: The mission was simple: ‘Help Americans’ County staff resignations double in recent months Closing in on $1 million a month in bed tax revenue Updated turtle ordinance dims lights island ...read moreCategories: Education, Press Release, Community, Papers/ResearchFriday, September 10, 2021Technical issues with the system have prevented publishing of the support documents. Documents will be made available as soon as possible. Santa Rosa BOCC Commission Regular MeetingTues., Sept. 14, 4:30 p.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 ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, September 10, 2021Representative Matt Gaetz U.S. Representative for the First District of Florida 1721 Longworth House Office Building | Washington, DC 20515(202) 225-4136 REMBERING OUR FALLEN HEROES Tomorrow, we will be honoring the men and women whose lives were tragically taken by terrorists on September 11, 2001. On September 11, we also recognize the honorable Emergency Services first responders, many ...read moreCategories: Community, Press Release, PoliticalFriday, September 10, 2021Join Us for Our 2021 Campaign Kickoff on Tuesday, September 14th! "A hero can be anyone. Even a man doing something as simple as putting a coat around a little boy's shoulders to let him know the world hadn't ended." -- Batman Find your inner hero with your friends and colleagues during our Virtual Campaign Kickoff. We'll share how you can use your superpowers to help our community’s most ...read moreCategories: Community, Press ReleaseFriday, September 10, 2021Refresh your outdoors and create a healthy lawn that'll be ready for spring. FIND A STORE NEAR YOUGET OUR APPCategories: Community, Press ReleaseThursday, September 09, 2021| AUGUST 2021 | LOCAL DELEGATION MEETINGS Constituent engagement in the state legislative process is a fundamental cornerstone of our republic. This participation comes in various forms, one of which is interacting with your local delegates during ...read moreCategories: Community, Political, Economic, Press Release.png)
Thursday, September 09, 2021Please REGISTER NOW to “ZOOM IN” at Noon this Friday, September 10th and be prepared to promote your business/organization! CHAMBER 101 is complimentary and open to all:New MembersNew RepsExisting and Prospective MembersAnd, Anyone Who Wants to Learn More About the Benefits of Being a Navarre Chamber Member - So INVITE Someone to Join You this Friday, September 10 at NOON Via ZOOM!And, please mark ...read moreCategories: Community, Chamber, Press ReleaseWednesday, September 08, 2021Read More: https://www.thelist.comCategories: Economic, Press Release, Community, General News Article
Wednesday, September 08, 2021WASHINGTON – The U.S. Small Business Administration’s National Small Business Week Virtual Summit event schedule is set. This annual event, happening September 13-15, 2021, honors the nation’s 31 million small businesses for their perseverance, ingenuity, triumphs, and creativity. SBA Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman announced National Small Business Week in a news release last month. The ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Press Release, Community
Tuesday, September 07, 2021Freedom Quest 2021 “Indivisible”NEWS RELEASEFor immediate release Sept. 7, 20219-11 20th anniversary remembrance event to encourage unityPensacola, Fla. -- September 11, 2021 marks 20 years since the World Trade Center attack. To honor the memory of the nearly 3,000 who died, the more than 7,000 military who have died in response to the attack, and the more than 30,000 military who have taken ...read moreCategories: Community, Press Release, EducationTuesday, September 07, 2021September Leaps & Bounds newsletter online The September 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, information on transportation, and highlights from the first few weeks of the 21/22 school year. # # #Categories: Community, Press Release, Education
Tuesday, September 07, 2021REGISTRATION ENDS FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 10th. Did you know you are more likely to meet a person in an emotional or mental crisis than someone having a heart attack? Mental Health First Aid teaches and prepares you for how to help people in those situations who may be experiencing a mental health-related crisis or problem. By training to be a certified Mental Health First Aider, you can ...read moreCategories: Community, Press Release, Chamber, EducationThursday, September 02, 2021Don't miss these important announcements! Announcing New Promotions! The Florida SBDC at UWF has internally promoted three business consultants to title of Assistant Director as our regional presence expands. Our organization would like to ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, Economic, 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 Release