Happy weekend, Navarre! In today’s happening-today edition: A great white rescue, a summer event with PetSense, and a Kinusaiga workshop + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Recognizing standout leadership: Navarre’s Amber L. Houghton was recognized as P.O.W.E.R.’s Woman of the Month for May 2026 for her coaching achievements. She will be included in the organization’s Summer 2026 issue -- see the leadership honor.
New leadership takes charge: Will Condon was named CEO of Ascension Sacred Heart Health System, a five-hospital ministry serving Northwest Florida. His record includes trauma and maternal care milestones and top cardiovascular recognition -- read the full announcement.
A rescue at sea: A Pensacola ocean enthusiast spotted a fin in the surf, realized it was a massive great white in trouble, and battled the waves to help. The shark swam away safely -- watch the rescue unfold.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Your low-key RV hideout: Hosting RV friends or finally taking that close-to-home unplug this week? Holley Navarre RV Park is a small, gated spot with full hook-ups and WiFi, an acre-sized dog park for zoomies, pull-thru and XL sites, plus on-site laundry, all about five miles from the beach.
Fresh local seafood fix: When the seafood craving hits on a weeknight, Scooter's Fish House keeps it simple and fresh with chargrilled oysters, bang bang shrimp tacos, and whatever Gulf catch is grilling that day. Fast, family-owned, and reliably tasty, it’s the no-fuss local move when cooking just… isn’t happening.
Dial in your swing: Feeling the slice creep in again? The Club at Hidden Creek has a range to groove your swing, and if you’re feeling bold, the 18-hole Ron Garl design delivers lush fairways, rolling terrain, water in play, and well-guarded greens that reward the good shots.
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05 — The event calendar Around town today & tomorrowOur favorite events going on the rest of this weekend. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🏋 2026 NPC Riptide Classic @ Kimlee Sellers WNBF Bikini Pro (Gulf Breeze) | Saturday (6/20) at 8:40 AM – The Riptide Classic bodybuilding show hits Panama City Beach, an NPC national qualifier with IFBB/NPC judges, top-five hardware in each class, and swag for the first 50 athletes. Big muscles, bigger heart, honoring Vic with discipline, kindness, and haze of spray tan.
🍯 Navarre Farmers’ Market Combs of Honey @ SR S87 & Segura Corner | Saturday (6/20) at 9:00 AM – Grab your tote and wander the Navarre farmers market on Saturday morning for the good stuff, not the plastic tomatoes. Think just-cut greens, combs of local honey, handmade breads, and chatty growers, all with a salty breeze and zero big-box fluorescent lighting.
🐶 Summer Event with PetSense @ Petsense Gulf Breeze | Saturday (6/20) at 10:00 AM – If your ideal beach day swaps sunscreen for belly rubs, PetSense and The Mylo Foundation are turning the Breeze into a pup paradise. Think dogs in their finest summer gear, kiddie pools, and fans, giving you cuteness without sand, sunburn, or parking drama.
🧵 Kinusaiga Workshop @ Aurora Light Arts | Saturday (6/20) at 12:00 PM – Learn Kinusaiga at Aurora Light Arts, make a 6x6 ocean sunset from fabric scraps, no sewing or needles. Kid friendly without being kiddie, perfect for quality time, steady hands, and a discreet humblebrag, all for sixty bucks.
🏐 Volleyball 3's @ Juana's Pagodas & Sailors' Grill | Saturday (6/20) – Same-gender 3-on-3 volleyball, plenty of digs, and just enough sprinting to make your knees feel nostalgic. Play hard, trade knee pads for dancing shoes, then hit the Sunset Stage for the players party, where the serves get taller, and the stories do too.
🤵 Six Piece Suits @ Juanas Pagodas & Sailors Grill | Sunday (6/21) at 3:00 PM – Six Piece Suits are turning Father’s Day into a proper jam, the kind where Dad nods approvingly, then accidentally invents a new dance move. Expect tight tunes, polished vibes, and plenty of singalongs, a perfect excuse to skip grilling and still earn hero points.
🎱 Bingo Night @ The Country Gym (Gulf Breeze) | Sunday (6/21) at 6:30 PM – Whether your cardio is lifting a dauber or a fork, Sunday Bar Bingo at The Country Gym in Gulf Breeze delivers. It’s free to play, prizes are up for grabs, dinner is right there, and Breaux & Co keep the vibe lively, not loud. Live music & entertainment:
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06 — The Navarre report Weather forecastToday — High: 88°F — Low: 79°F — Precip: 64%
Showers and thunderstorms likely before 1pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 88. West wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 7pm and 4am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 79. Southwest wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
Tomorrow — High: 89°F — Low: 82°F — Precip: 40%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 89. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 82. Southwest wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. This house is wildThis Hidden Creek showpiece offers over 2,700 square feet of polished comfort with front-row golf course views. Luxurious vinyl plank floors, an open layout, and a chef-friendly kitchen with a large island, wall oven, and farmhouse sink set the tone. The spa-inspired bath and private hot tub add an extra dose of everyday indulgence.
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