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        Wednesday, October 29, 2025
        
            
Just a few reminders for November and December . . . The deadline to apply for Leadership Santa Rosa has been extended to Friday, November 7th. CLICK HERE for more details. Live2Lead Navarre Tickets and Partnership Opportunities are NOW AVAILABLE! - SAVE THE DATE: Friday, January 23, 2026 SAVE THE DATE: Friday, February 27th for the Annual SAIL Awards & Installation Breakfast! More details to be                        
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        Tuesday, October 21, 2025
        
            
 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                        
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        Tuesday, October 21, 2025
        
            
   
 
  
			 
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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                        
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        Tuesday, October 21, 2025
        
            
   
 
   
 
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                        
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        Monday, October 20, 2025
        
            
The best way to learn about estate planning is to attend our seminars.If you can't make it and would like to learn more, click here and we'll be in touch.
            
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        Monday, October 20, 2025
        
            
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,                        
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        Monday, October 13, 2025
        
            
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                        
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        Monday, October 13, 2025
        
            
Help us welcome Joelle Espina to the Elite Realty family! 
 Joelle brings the perfect mix of calm, confidence, and care to every real estate journey. Her clients love her no-pressure approach, clear communication, and how she always makes the process feel effortless. She has a big heart for first-time buyers and military families, guiding them through moves, milestones, and everything in between.                        
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        Sunday, October 12, 2025
        
            
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                        
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        Thursday, October 09, 2025
        
            
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                        
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        Monday, October 06, 2025
        
            
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                        
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        Thursday, October 02, 2025
        
            
   
 
   
 
Santa Rosa BOCC Regular MeetingThursday, Oct. 9 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 Thursday, Oct. 9.
						 The commission regular meeting will begin at 8:30 a.m. See the interactive agenda with backup supporting documents                        
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        Wednesday, October 01, 2025
        
            
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.                        
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        Wednesday, October 01, 2025
        
            
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                        
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        Wednesday, October 01, 2025
        
            
Impacts would include less funding for small business, travel delays, and ripple effects in communities across America.READ MORE
            
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        Monday, September 29, 2025
        
            
   
 
   
 
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                        
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        Monday, September 29, 2025
        
            
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                        
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        Monday, September 29, 2025
        
        
     
  
				    
	
        
        
        Monday, 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                        
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        Thursday, September 11, 2025
        
            
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                        
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        Thursday, September 11, 2025
        
            
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,                        
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        Thursday, August 28, 2025
        
            
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        Tuesday, August 26, 2025
        
            
   
 
   
 
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                        
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        Friday, August 22, 2025
        
            
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                        
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        Thursday, August 21, 2025
        
            
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                        
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        Tuesday, August 19, 2025
        
            
 
  
			 
			August 2025  
			 
			
									 
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									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                        
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        Tuesday, August 19, 2025
        
            
   
 
   
 
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                        
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        Tuesday, August 12, 2025
        
            
   
									 
									   
									 
									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                        
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        Tuesday, August 12, 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                        
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        Wednesday, August 06, 2025
        
            
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                        
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        Wednesday, August 06, 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                        
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        Wednesday, August 06, 2025
        
            
MIDNIGHT OIL
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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                        
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        Tuesday, August 05, 2025
        
            
   
									 
									   
									 
									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                        
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        Tuesday, August 05, 2025
        
            
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                        
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        Friday, August 01, 2025
        
            
 
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                        
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        Thursday, July 31, 2025
        
            
   
 
   
 
SRCAS to Host Community Cat Day on Thursday, August 7
						 Santa Rosa County Animal Services is hosting a Community Cat Day for Santa Rosa County residents on Thursday, August 7, 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                        
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        Thursday, July 31, 2025
        
            
Want to launch a business that’s poised for success right now? Get inspired by our list of businesses that will thrive in 2025 and beyond.Share     
With numerous emerging technologies and shifting consumer needs, 2025 is an ideal year to launch a business. New business applications have skyrocketed from 2.8 million to over 5.5 million in the last 10 years, according to Commerce Institute data,                        
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        Tuesday, July 29, 2025
        
            
The Florida Chamber of Commerce is already building next year’s Florida Business Agenda to ensure the right things get done (and ensure the wrong things don’t) in Tallahassee and Washington, D.C., and your input is requested.
Please take a moment to share your views on Florida’s current business environment and what the legislative and regulatory priorities should be to make Florida even more                        
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        Tuesday, July 29, 2025
        
            
   
 
   
 
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                        
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        Monday, July 28, 2025
        
            
   
 
   
 
Help Shape Santa Rosa County's Local Mitigation StrategyInformation booth will be available at the August 14 Milton Farmers Market at Turtle Fountain on Elmira Street  
 
Santa Rosa County is updating its Local Mitigation Strategy (LMS) and needs community input. This important plan helps identify and reduce risks from both natural and man-made hazards that could affect                        
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        Monday, July 28, 2025
        
            
   
 
Santa Rosa County August 2025 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 Board Meeting - August 5, 5 p.m.
						 Blackwater Soil & Water Conservation District Regular Board                        
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        Monday, July 28, 2025
        
            
  
			 
			   
 
Join Us for the 2025 Honoring Our Heroes Career Fair Hosted by Santa Rosa County Economic Development & CareerSource Escarosa  
 
   
 
CareerSource ESCAROSA, in partnership with Santa Rosa Economic Development, presents the 2025 Honoring Our Heroes Career Fair. The career fair will take place from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. on Thursday, August 14 at the Santa Rosa County                        
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        Friday, July 25, 2025
        
            
 OPEN HOUSE  July 27th from 1pm-3pmUnder Construction!!All brick 5 Bedroom, 3 full Baths, 2236 square foot home in East Navarre.No HOA.
This split floor plan home features a spacious great room, dining area and a large kitchen with granite counter tops, soft close cabinet drawers, tile backsplash, smooth top stove, built-in microwave and dishwasher.CLICK HERE for More Details
            
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        Thursday, July 24, 2025
        
            
  MIDNIGHT OILEDITION 314   RESOURCES & TIPSTop budget-building strategiesA well-structured budget is key for maintaining financial health and driving sustainable company growth. Here's a step-by-step guide to build your small business budget, complete with tools and expert tips for best practices.    Level up your product descriptions using AIWriting product descriptions is a time-consuming yet                        
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        Thursday, July 24, 2025
        
            
 Ahoy, Mateys! It’s Time for the 2025 Pirate Bash!  
Grab your pirate hats, polish your boots, and get ready for a swashbuckling night of fun, food, and fundraising — all to support the 2026 Navarre Krewe of Jesters Mardi Gras Parade and our Navarre High School Scholarship Program!Event Highlights:
BBQ Feast Fit for a Pirate Crew – Savory pork and chicken with all the trimmings.
BYOB – We’ll                        
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        Wednesday, July 23, 2025
        
            
We are excited to invite you to be part of something meaningful—the formation of the Kiwanis Club of Navarre, a new service club focused on improving our community one child at a time.
Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world by serving children and their communities.
Locally, this means helping schools, supporting youth programs, and empowering families                        
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        Sunday, July 20, 2025
        
            
#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                        
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        Sunday, July 20, 2025
        
            
These donations will go to Silver Sands school, Walton and Okaloosa Academies as well as the ESE classrooms in the counties, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa, and Walton! Thank you for any and all assistance! 
 
 
            
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        Wednesday, July 16, 2025
        
            
   
 
   
 
Santa Rosa County Animal Services Joins NBCUniversal Local's ‘Clear the Shelters’ Pet Adoption and Donation CampaignMonthlong Initiative to Promote Animal Welfare for Ninth Consecutive Year from August 1 to 31
						 Santa Rosa County Animal Services (SRCAS) has joined NBCUniversal Local’s 2025 Clear The Shelters pet adoption and donation campaign from Aug. 1 to 31. Adoption                        
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        Tuesday, July 15, 2025
        
            
 
  
			 
			July 2025  
			 
			
									 
									4.1%
									 
									The unemployment rate changed little from 4.2% and nonfarm payroll employment increased by 147,000 in June. Healthcare and state government saw job gains, and decreases in federal government continue.
												 The labor force participation rate decreased little by 0.1 percentage points to 62.3%.                        
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        Tuesday, July 15, 2025
        
            
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act includes permanent, pro-growth tax reforms designed to boost American small businesses.The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), which President Trump signed into law on July 4, will avert the largest automatic tax increase in American history at the end of this year, when many of the historic reforms from the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) were set to expire. READ                        
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        Tuesday, July 15, 2025
        
            
From Retirement to Retail Triumph
 
Alan Mandel and Judy Moldovan, once retirees in Pensacola, transformed their golden years into an entrepreneurial success story with AJ's Market & Ice Cream at Southtowne. What started as a desire to preserve the "Mom and Pop Shop" spirit quickly became a beloved community staple, earning them a national award. Their triumph stems from smart planning—saving                        
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        Tuesday, July 15, 2025
        
            
     Florida Chamber of Commerce Unveils 2025 How They Voted, Distinguished Advocates, and Legislative Report Card Learn how 159 legislators voted through the 2025 Legislative Session, which legislators received the Florida Chamber’s Distinguished Advocate Award, what passed, what didn’t, and what remains
			unfinished business. Today, the Florida Chamber of Commerce unveiled its 2025 How They                        
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        Tuesday, July 08, 2025
        
            
   
 
   
 
Santa Rosa BOCC Tentative Budget WorkshopThursday, July 10, 1 p.m. at Administrative Complex in Milton  
 
The Santa Rosa Board of County Commissioners will hold a tentative budget workshop in the Administrative Complex, 6495 Caroline St. in Milton, on Thursday, July 10 at 1 p.m. See the agenda and backup supporting documents. This meeting will be streamed live and archived                        
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        Monday, July 07, 2025
        
            
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                        
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        Saturday, July 05, 2025
        
            
We are excited to announce the 11th Annual Building Homes for Heroes: Bowling for a Cause event, proudly hosted by the Emerald Coast Association of Realtors and presenting partners. As we prepare for this impactful fundraiser, we are reaching out to request your support through a donation of a raffle or auction items (gift cards, baskets, any items - with your business card attached)—or 100 swag                        
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        Thursday, July 03, 2025
        
            
   
 
   
 
Santa Rosa County Commissioner Eddington achieves the Advanced County Commissioner Level II DesignationRay Eddington earns the highest designation of local government education program  
 
Santa Rosa County Commissioner Ray Eddington was presented with the Advanced County Commissioner Level II (ACC II) designation from the Institute for County Government (ICG) at an award                        
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        Thursday, July 03, 2025
        
            
 
  
			 
			July 2025  
			 
			Weather Layoffs with a Digital Go-BagUnexpected layoffs can strike anytime. Don't get caught unprepared! Learn how a digital go-bag—your career essentials—ensure you're ready to bounce back effectively into the job market.
												   
			 
			    
			 
			Dress to Impress: Tips for Choosing an Interview OutfitYou landed the interview—now make                        
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        Thursday, July 03, 2025
        
            
RSVP Now – Space is Limited!Register here:https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/mVpNgDVnSBKVqIfhtnAq9w
Tuesday, July 8
7:00 PM CST 
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A free masterclass blending food, herbs, and energy healing for true seasonal wellness#128293; 
Feeling drained by summer heat and humidity?
Living on the Emerald Coast and noticing chronic symptoms                        
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        Tuesday, July 01, 2025
        
            
   
 
   
 
REMINDER: Fourth of July Santa Rosa County holiday closures and fireworks safety  
 
The following Santa Rosa County offices will be closed Friday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day:Santa Rosa County Board of Commissioners, including the library system, veterans services, animal services, extension services and the Central Landfill. Santa Rosa County Animal Services                        
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        Monday, June 30, 2025
        
            
   
 
   
 
Pier to close at 6 p.m. for 4th of July Fireworks on Navarre Beach  
 
The Navarre Beach Pier, 8579 Gulf Boulevard on Navarre Beach, will open at 5 a.m. on Friday, July 4, and close at 6 p.m. in preparation for the evening fireworks show. The octagon at the end of the pier will remain closed all day to allow crews to safely set up the display. The fireworks show is                        
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        Thursday, June 19, 2025
        
            
Check out some of the events happening in the Navarre area, and if your business/organization is having an event and/or has some news or a job announcement to "SHARE" please CLICK HERE to add it now!!
 Chamber Office Closed for JuneteenthThursday Jun 19, 2025
 Men's Free Breakfast- Discussing Huma...Men's Free Breakfast- Discussing Human Trafficking in the PanhandleThursday Jun 19, 2025
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        Tuesday, June 17, 2025
        
            
 
   
 
Facing EHS Challenges? 
						You're Not Alone.  
 
  
 
 Workplace safety gaps. Heat stress. Limited time for training. Struggles with sustainability compliance. The challenges are real—and they’re growing. 
						 But so are the opportunities to make a difference. 
						 That’s why the Florida Chamber Leadership Cabinet is asking for your help. By completing our 2025                        
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        Monday, June 16, 2025
        
            
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        Tuesday, June 10, 2025
        
            
Navarre, Fla. (June 10, 2025) — The Navarre Beach Area Chamber of Commerce is honored to welcome State Senator Don Gaetz as the featured guest speaker for its upcoming Commerce & Coffee event on Friday, June 20, 2025, at St. Sylvester Catholic Church, located at 6464 Gulf Breeze Parkway.
Doors will open at 7:30 a.m. for networking, with the program beginning promptly at 8:00 a.m.. Senator Gaetz                        
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        Thursday, June 05, 2025
        
            
   
 
   
 
Santa Rosa County Animal Services to host Community Cats Day on Thursday, June 5
						 Santa Rosa County Animal Services is hosting a Community Cats Day for Santa Rosa County residents on Thursday, June 5, at the Santa Rosa County Animal Shelter, 4451 Pine Forest Road in Milton. The shelter will only accept 45 stray/feral cats for free spaying and                        
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        Sunday, May 11, 2025
        
            
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                        
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        Friday, April 18, 2025
        
            
A vibrant mural honoring the memory of Jeremy Carmical now adorns a wall specially constructed for the tribute at HarborWalk Village in Destin.The artwork, created by Off The Wall Murals artists Caroline Holland and Tianna Kuwica, depicts elements representing Carmical’s passions and interests — from fishing and surfing to his love for Christ, America and being outdoors. READ MORE
            
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