THE 15TH ANNUAL BIKES OR BUST FOR EMERALD COAST TOYS FOR TOTS
THE 15TH ANNUAL BIKES OR BUST FOR EMERALD COAST TOYS FOR TOTS For Immediate Release:Tuesday, November 25, 2025 Contact:John Griffo Griffo@JVCBroadcasting.com Scott Mallory ScottM@JVCBroadcasting.com 850-654-1000 Fort Walton Beach, FL – JVC Broadcasting, one of America’s largest independent and locally owned broadcast and entertainment companies, announces its 15th Annual Bikes or Bust donation drive beginning Thursday, December 4th! This year, Highway 98 Country will join its sister stations’
December 2025 Events in Santa Rosa County
December Events in Santa Rosa County Navarre Farmers’ Market/ Combs of HoneyEvery Saturday | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.SR S87 & Segura Corner, Navarre, FL 32566 (across from Tractor Supply)Come and explore a diverse range of local and fresh produce along with unique artisanal products. Here's a glimpse of what you can find:Fresh Produce: Locally grown fruits and vegetablesDairy: Raw milk and fresh eggs.Mushrooms: Various types of fresh mushrooms.Baked Goods: Sourdough bread, other bread varieties
Thanksgiving Week Events at Windjammes on the Pier Restaurant & Bar
Here’s what’s set for this week: Wednesday: Karaoke, 5-9 PM with DJ Hi Def Thursday: Thanksgiving Lunch only, 11 AM-4 PM (regular menu unavailable) Friday: Karaoke, 5-9 PM with DJ Hi Def Saturday: Navarre Beach Makers Market, 12-4 PM Mark your calendars and bring the crew windjammersnavarrepier.com
Friends: WE NEED YOU!
&##127876;✨ We’re Looking for Some Very Merry Businesses, Organizations & Volunteers! ✨&##127876; The Navarre Chamber is gearing up for our 31st Annual Christmas in the Park & Community Parade on Saturday, December 6th, and we need YOUR help to make the magic happen! There are so many fun ways to get involved this year — whether you’d like to: &##127877; Host a kids’ activity in our festive Candy Cane Corner &##128717;️ Join us as a Merry Market vendor &##127908; Provide live entertainment throughout
Navarre Kicks Off Inaugural ''Spirit of the Season'' - Holiday Open House Weekend on Thursday, Nov 13
Navarre, it’s time to shine! Dozens of your favorite local shops, restaurants, and organizations are teaming up for "Spirit of the Season" - Navarre’s Inaugural Holiday Open House Weekend, Thursday–Sunday, November 13–16, 2025. Stroll from storefront to storefront, savor festive treats, nab doorbusters, and discover the one-of-a-kind places that make our community special. This is your invitation to shop local, dine local, and celebrate local—all weekend long!(Check out the list below of participating
HCA Florida Healthcare facilities in Northwest Florida to host Crush the Crisis prescription drug ta
HCA Florida Healthcare facilities to host Crush the Crisis prescription drug take-back day Oct. 25~Multiple sites to collect unused prescription medication to combat drug misuse~ HCA Florida Healthcare locations in Northwest Florida are hosting Crush the Crisis prescription drug collections Saturday, Oct. 25, to raise awareness about the dangers of prescription drug misuse and the importance of proper disposal of unused or expired medications. The annual event, which coincides with the Drug Enforcement
Santa Rosa County completes $4.3 million drainage improvements in Ranchettes subdivision
Find a full video project overview linked in the graphic above. Santa Rosa County completes $4 million drainage improvements in Ranchettes subdivision Santa Rosa County has completed a major drainage improvement project in the Ranchettes subdivision aimed at reducing flooding and improving stormwater management. The nearly $4 million project was funded through FEMA’s Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP), administered by the Florida Division of Emergency Management,
Santa Rosa County Animal Services to host Community Cat Day on Thursday, Oct. 23
SRCAS to Host Community Cat Day on Thursday, Oct. 23 Santa Rosa County Animal Services is hosting a Community Cat Day for Santa Rosa County residents on Thursday, Oct. 23, at Santa Rosa County Animal Services, 4451 Pine Forest Road in Milton. Up to 50 stray/feral cats will be accepted for free spay and neutering through community cats program funding. Participants must be Santa Rosa County residents and are required to show proof of residency in Santa Rosa County.
Keep Holiday Dollars Local: Join the #ShopNavarreFirst E-Gift Card Program
Why Join NowConsumers plan to spend nearly half (46%) of their holiday budget on gift cards. Gift cards are economically resilient, and even with tight budgets holiday spending is projected to rise ~8%, driven in large part by Gen Z. That’s real money your business can capture—if you’re part of our #ShopNavarreFirst E‑Gift Card program.When community members buy the #ShopNavarreFirst E-Gift Card, they can spend it only at participating local businesses. Every enrollment keeps more of those gift‑card dollars
How to Lower Start-Up Costs Without Sacrificing Quality
Starting a business without overspending requires precision. Founders often face pressure to conserve cash, but in doing so, they risk cutting into the integrity of their product or operations. Cost decisions made early can shape customer trust, team stability, and long-term flexibility. Quality isn’t a luxury—it’s the foundation. And that foundation doesn’t have to be expensive. With the right approaches, it’s possible to reduce spend while building systems that are lean, credible, and built to
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ADVOCACY UPDATE: Thank-You Sent to Commissioner Eddington and PD&E Study Briefing this Friday
I wanted to share a quick update on the Navarre Chamber's advocacy efforts regarding the Navarre Beach Bridge Project.Today, the Navarre Chamber sent a thank-you email to Commissioner Eddington recognizing his recommendation at last week's Commission Meeting to pause the Navarre Beach toll proposal and move forward with the PD&E Study for the Navarre Beach Bridge Project. We expressed our appreciation and reiterated our commitment to support transparent, community-involved next steps.As part of keeping our
Ribbon Cutting Celebration Marks Re-Opening of Little Red School House Teacher Supply Depot South
The community is invited to celebrate the re-opening of the Little Red School House Teacher Supply Depot South with a special ribbon cutting ceremony. Event Details Date: Monday, October 13, 2025 Time: Ribbon Cutting at 7:45 a.m. Location:5839 Gulf Breeze Parkway Light refreshments will be served. Families, community partners, and supporters are encouraged to attend and cheer on Santa Rosa County’s fantastic teachers. Support Our Teachers Attendees are invited to consider bringing a ream of paper or
Navarre Krewe of Jesters Invites New Members for the 2026 Mardi Gras Season
The Navarre Krewe of Jesters is gearing up for another exciting Navarre Beach Mardi Gras season and is looking for fun, energetic individuals to join the celebration! Membership applications are now open for the 2026 Mardi Gras season, and everyone interested in joining the Navarre Krewe is invited to attend the General Membership Meeting on Thursday, October 9th at 6:30 p.m. at the Navarre Elks Lodge (behind The Shrimp Basket). This is a great opportunity to meet current members, learn about the
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Advocacy Update: Navarre Beach Bridge & Why Your Voice Matters!
Dear Navarre Beach Area Chamber Members,This morning, we shared an important letter with our elected officials about the urgent need to initiate the Navarre Beach Bridge PD&E (Planning, Design & Environmental) Study. I’m sharing the letter with you because advocacy should be a two-way street. We elect policy makers at the local, county, state, and national levels to work on our behalf, and their decisions directly impact how we conduct business. We should hear from them about what they’re working on, and
Inaugural Holiday Open House Weekend Announced: “Celebrate the Spirit of the Season in Navarre”
The Navarre Chamber Holiday Committee is excited to announce the launch of a brand-new tradition for the Navarre area: Holiday Open House Weekend, happening Thursday, November 13 through Sunday, November 16, 2025. This community-wide event invites all locally owned and operated businesses—both Chamber members and non-members—to participate by hosting a Holiday Open House during the weekend. Each business chooses its own hours and activities, creating a festive and welcoming atmosphere across
DOH-Santa Rosa Recognizes National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October 1, 2025DOH-Santa Rosa Recognizes National Breast Cancer Awareness Month Contact:Kim FischerPio.chd57@flhealth.gov850-564-2261 Milton, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Santa Rosa County (DOH-Santa Rosa) recognizes October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to spread important health education and encourage women to receive regular screenings to promote early detection and treatment of breast cancer.Breast cancer is a disease in which cells in the breast grow out of control. Breast
Ways a Government Shutdown Could Affect You and Your Business
Impacts would include less funding for small business, travel delays, and ripple effects in communities across America.READ MORE
REMINDER: Public input sought for RESTORE Act Multi-Year Implementation Plan Amendment #3
Public input sought for RESTORE Act Multi-Year Implementation Plan Amendment #3 Santa Rosa County welcomes public input and review of the third proposed amendments to the Multi-Year Implementation Plan (MYIP) that was initially accepted by the U.S. Treasury’s Office of Gulf Coast Restoration in May 2017 and was first amended in September 2019. A second amendment was approved in 2021. A 45-day public review and comment period will be held before the third amended plan is submitted
Tourism to Gulf Islands National Seashore contributes 514M to local economies
Tourism to Gulf Islands National Seashore contributes 514M to local economies New report shows visitor spending impacts Release Date: September 29, 20205Stephenie Sztendera, Stephenie_Sztendera@nps.gov GULF BREEZE, Fla. -- A new National Park Service report shows that 7.8 million visitors to Gulf Islands National Seashore in 2024 spent $411 million in communities near the park. A total of 88% of the visitors were nonlocals. The park’s campgrounds continue to remain the top 3 most recreated RV
THIS WEEK at Your Navarre Chamber! - September 15, 2025
Happy Monday!Just a reminder: TODAY is the deadline to reserve your Sponsor/Vendor Space for this Saturday's 4th Annual "Treasure Your Health, Wellness, Weather & Education" Community Resource Fair at Navarre High School (9 am - Noon). CLICK HERE to More Details! And, it's time to RSVP for this Friday's Commerce & Coffee where we will be recognizing our LEGACY PARTNERS (20+ year members)!! CLICK HERE It's a busy time of year for everyone, and we know you do not want to miss any of the fun so check out
Leadership Santa Rosa Begins New Chapter as Independent 501(c)(3) Organization
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESanta Rosa County Chamber of CommerceBoard of Directors Chairman: Mike JohnsonLeadership Santa Rosa Begins New Chapter as Independent 501(c)(3) OrganizationSanta Rosa County, FL – September 9, 2025 – For nearly 40 years, the Santa Rosa County Chamber of Commerce has been the driving force behind Leadership Santa Rosa (LSR), nurturing the program from its inception into a cornerstone of community development. Today, the Chamber and LSR proudly announce the program’s next evolution:
Playing it Safe
Our recent educational event highlighted risks and impacts of online activity, including screen time in general. Whether you were able to join us live and need a refresher on the many powerful points that our expert panelists shared, or if you weren’t able to attend, the recording is available HERE. Feel free to share the link with others: parents, grandparents, guardians, youth leaders, healthcare workers, and other concerned citizens. Did you know that digital media can have the same impact on the
97.7 in Panama City Beach Becomes “97.7 The Bone”
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REMINDER: Virtual Project Update: Santa Rosa County Navarre Community Access Road Project Development and Environmental (PD&E)
Santa Rosa County Navarre Community Access RoadProject Development and Environmental (PD&E) StudyVirtual Project UpdateThe public is invited to participate and provide comments Santa Rosa County is undergoing a PD&E Study in an effort to create a Navarre Community Access Road. A virtual project update is currently available online at www.santarosa.fl.gov/1033/Navarre-Community-Access-Road. Residents are invited to look at the documents available on the website and provide
La Sala-Navarre’s Event Center Hosts Comedy Premiere with Mitch Fatel and Jordan Garnett
Navarre, FL – September 27, 2025 – Get ready to laugh out loud as LIVE at La Sala kicks off its comedy show debut with nationally acclaimed comedian Mitch Fatel, joined by rising comedy star Jordan Garnett. This unforgettable night of stand-up will take place on Saturday, September 27, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM CDT at La Sala Event Center (3352 Florida 87, Navarre, FL 32566). Doors open at 6:00 PM.A Night of Non-Stop Laughter Known for his charmingly innocent delivery and sharp, mischievous wit, Mitch
“X Marks the Spot for Community Resources!”at the 4th Annual “Treasure Your Health, Wealth, Wellness
Navarre, FL – The Navarre community is invited to attend the 4th Annual “Treasure Your Health, Wealth, Wellness & Education: Community Resource Fair” on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 9:00 AM to NOON at Navarre High School, 8600 High School Boulevard. This free, family-friendly event will connect residents with valuable local resources, services, and information to support health, financial well-being, education, and overall quality of life. The fair is presented by The Bindu Institute and BunnyChick
EMPLOYMENT TRENDS - Hiring Sentiments Shift: Companies Weigh Caution vs. Opportunity
August 2025 4.2% Nonfarm payroll employment increased by 73,000 and the unemployment rate changed little from 4.1% in July. Healthcare and social assistance continued to see job gains as decreases continued in federal government. The labor force participation rate changed little at 62.2%. Average hourly earnings rose by 12 cents (0.3%) to $36.44. The average workweek edged up by 0.1 hour to 34.3
Virtual Project Update: Santa Rosa County Navarre Community Access Road
Santa Rosa County Navarre Community Access RoadProject Development and Environmental (PD&E) StudyVirtual Project UpdateThe public is invited to participate Santa Rosa County is undergoing a PD&E Study in an effort to create a Navarre Community Access Road. A virtual project update is currently available online at www.santarosa.fl.gov/1033/Navarre-Community-Access-Road. This project is intended to create an east-west connector as a parallel route for residents north of
REMINDER: Santa Rosa Economic Development Office hosting Starting a Business Workshop
So you've got that business idea. You may not know the first steps, or you may want some guidance on if you're taking the right steps. Let's work with the ideas that have been forming in your head and see if we can make them into a tangible, feasible small business. Attend the Starting a Small Business Workshop hosted on Wednesday, August 13 from 1 to 4 p.m., at the Santa Rosa County Economic Development Office, 6491 Caroline St., Suite 4 in
Campaign School & Community Leadership Training Scheduled for August 27-28, 2025
Greetings,The Florida Institute for Political Leadership (FIPL) is pleased to announce our next virtual STATEWIDE Campaign School & Community Leadership Training.This 2-part online training school is scheduled for August 27 - 28, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (ET) each day.The online training school is highly recommended for candidates and anyone interested in running for local or state office, serving their community, or managing campaigns. It is open to everyone, free to attend, and
Navarre MAC: Showing Up, Rooted Deep, and Leading with Connection
Tiffany Orner We help recession-proof businesses earn local trust through community engagement, brand activation, and military-connected outreach. Visibility meets impact. August 6, 2025 Strategic community growth doesn’t happen by accident; it’s built with intention. AtIGY6 Company, we specialize in helping brands likeLiveOak Fiberroot deeper into the neighborhoods they serve, with localized impact that drives long-term loyalty and brand equity. That’s why we identified the AugustMilitary Affairs
Here Comes the Sun! Partner Update Inside - August 2025
August 2025Tourism InsiderBright News from the Tourist Development Office We’ve seen a strong surge in vacation guide requests over the past year, and we’re excited to announce that our brand-new guide is now available and being distributed to partners across the county. Our year-long study with Downs & St. Germain Research is off to a great start. Since launching on June 1, the team has already collected 563 completed surveys—an encouraging early indicator of strong engagement and
AI tools, retail trends, & email marketing essentials
MIDNIGHT OIL EDITION 316 RESOURCES & TIPS Price stability + AI tools = smarter back-to-school shopping in 2025 Inflation and tariffs are prompting retailers like Target and Walmart to offer price freezes and leverage AI-powered personal shopping assistants to attract value-seeking back-to-school shoppers. Discover how these big retail trends can help your small business connect with cost-conscious consumers this shopping season. A small business guide to email marketing Email marketing remains
REMINDER: CivicCon in Santa Rosa County August 12: Balanced Growth for a Stronger Future
Balanced Growth for a Stronger FuturePlanning for Santa Rosa County with Victor Dover Information provided by CivicCon Santa Rosa County is one of the fastest growing counties in Florida, and the growth isn’t slowing down. How can we welcome new residents while preserving the quality of life that makes this community special? Join Victor Dover, previous CivicCon speaker and a nationally
AI WEBINAR: Florida SBDC at UWF Presents ''Learn AI with Jenni Arnold – Create Smarter Workflows''
Wednesday, September 3, 2025, 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM CTTired of repetitive tasks eating up your time? Transform your workflow and boost your productivity with our webinar this September, "Learn AI with Jenni Arnold - Create Smarter Workflows." Discover how to streamline content creation, automate tedious workflows, and implement AI tools that help you focus on what really matters. This session is designed to equip business owners and teams with practical strategies you can use immediately. Don't miss
Invitation - Online Dangers free conference
Hello Friends of Magdalene’s: A recent study estimates that 200,000 people were sex trafficked in Florida last year. Our children are at risk . . . yes, right here in our Escambia and Santa Rosa communities. These are facts that we at Magdalene’s cannot ignore. I’d like to invite you to an informative, free conference on August 26 or 28 (same conference with 2 date options). Through a partnership with Santa Rosa County District Schools, we are pleased to present these opportunities addressing
SAVE THE DATE: Grillin’ on the Breeze 2026
&##128293; Save the Date! &##128293; Grillin’ in the Breeze 2026 &##128197; Saturday, April 25, 2026 &##128205; Shoreline Park, Gulf Breeze ⏰ 11 AM – 2:30 PM Get ready for sizzling grills, mouthwatering bites, and fun for the whole family — all in support of local students and teachers! &##127789;&##127926;&##127828; Mark your calendars now and stay tuned for ticket info, Grillin’ team signups, and more! #GrillinInTheBreeze #SaveTheDate #SREF #SupportEducation #BBQForACause #SantaRosaEducation
Navarre Volunteers Needed - Stuff the Bus
United Way of West Florida is looking for volunteers to assist with Stuff the Bus! Each year, we partner with Santa Rosa County School District by hosting a school supply drive. The supplies that are collected go directly to the school district for distribution. It is to ensure students have the supplies they need for a successful school year. Volunteers are needed on July 24, 8am-6pm, at the Navarre Walmart - 9360 Navarre Pkwy, Navarre, FL 32566. Volunteers will hand out supply lists to customers as
The Chamber Connection: June 16, 2025 - Member News, Updates, Events & More!
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Navarre Chamber Now Accepting Applications for “Navigators Crew”
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 12, 2025&##128227; Navarre Chamber Now Accepting Applications for “Navigators Crew” Chamber Members Invited to Join a High-Impact Volunteer Leadership Program Navarre, FL – The Navarre Beach Area Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce that applications are now open for its newly revitalized Navarre Chamber Navigators Crew! All current Chamber Members interested in becoming an active part of this exciting initiative are invited to attend an Orientation Meetingon Tuesday, May
