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Vol. I · No. 6

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Volunteer Opportunities

Navarre Beach Sea Turtle Conservation Center Volunteer

Navarre Beach Sea Turtle Conservation Center

The Navarre Beach Sea Turtle Conservation Center is looking for volunteers across a wide range of roles including Gift Shop, First Impressions Team, Animal Care (non-sea turtle), Special Events, Outreach (Advocacy and Education), Trash-Bash citizen science program, and Administration. Whether you love animals, community outreach, or event support, there's a volunteer opportunity that fits your skills and schedule. A wonderful way to serve both the community and local wildlife on beautiful Navarre Beach.

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Volunteer Opportunities

Sea Turtle Nest Patrol Volunteer — May Through October

Escambia County Sea Turtle Patrol

Help protect one of Florida's most iconic coastal traditions! Escambia County is seeking Sea Turtle Nest Patrol Volunteers and Ambassadors for the 2026 season, running May 1 through October 31. Patrollers help monitor sea turtle nesting sites along the Pensacola Beach shoreline, while Ambassadors engage and educate the public on sea turtle conservation and work with local businesses to promote sea turtle-friendly practices. A rewarding way to spend your mornings on the beach while making a real conservation impact.

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Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer Firefighter — Escambia County Fire Rescue

Escambia County Fire Rescue

Escambia County Fire Rescue is actively recruiting dedicated volunteers to serve their community. This is a meaningful opportunity to learn life-saving skills, work alongside a tight-knit team of professionals, and give back to the Pensacola area. All training is provided, and this program can serve as a pathway to a full-time career in fire and EMS. Junior Firefighter positions are also available for ages 14–18.

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Local Services

Vacation Rental Field Technician — Pensacola & Navarre Beach

Pensacola Beach Properties & Navarre Beach Properties

Pensacola Beach Properties and Navarre Beach Properties are seeking two full-time, year-round Field Technicians to support our vacation rental portfolio across Pensacola Beach and Navarre Beach. Duties include unit departure inspections, arrival inspections, minor maintenance, vendor coordination, and inventory management. This is a fast-paced role that requires strong communication, organizational skills, and accountability. A great fit for someone who enjoys working independently, staying active, and takes pride in the details.

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Jobs

Blue Wahoos Game Day Staff

Northwest Florida Professional Baseball (Pensacola Blue Wahoos)

The Pensacola Blue Wahoos — Double-A affiliate of the Miami Marlins — are hiring Game Day Staff for the 2026 season at Blue Wahoos Stadium on the Pensacola waterfront. Join the energy of live professional baseball and be part of one of the most fun game-day experiences in the Southeast. Roles include guest services, concessions, ticketing, and stadium operations. Part-time and event-based availability required.

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Food Service

Seafood Prep / Fish Cutter

Scooter's Fish House

Scooter's Fish House in Navarre is looking for a reliable and self-driven fish cutter and seafood prep team member to join our 20-person crew. Located at 1968 Hwy 87, we're a local staple in the Navarre community. The ideal candidate is punctual, takes pride in their work, and thrives in a fast-paced kitchen environment. This is a hands-on role that keeps the kitchen running and the seafood fresh.

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Innovation thrives where risk meets responsibilty.

Transportation

School Bus Driver — Santa Rosa County

Student Transportation of Florida, Inc.

Student Transportation of Florida is hiring school bus drivers to serve Santa Rosa County routes out of Navarre for the 2025–2026 school year. Split shift hours run approximately 5:30–9:30 AM and 12:30–5:00 PM. A great opportunity for retirees, parents with school-aged children, or anyone looking for steady part-time income with afternoons free. Training provided — CDL not required to apply.

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Healthcare

Home Health Occupational Therapist (OT)

Interim HealthCare

Interim HealthCare is seeking a licensed Home Health Occupational Therapist to serve patients across the Pensacola, Pace, Milton, and Navarre areas. Experience a therapy career built for work-life balance — set your own schedule, work independently in the community, and make a real difference in patients' lives in their own homes. This is an excellent opportunity for an OT who values flexibility, autonomy, and meaningful one-on-one patient care.

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Healthcare

Phlebotomist I — Full-Time, Milton

LabCorp

LabCorp is now hiring a full-time Phlebotomist I at our Milton, FL location (32570). Join one of the most respected names in diagnostics and make a direct impact on patient care through accurate specimen collection and outstanding patient service. This is an onsite, full-time position with consistent hours in a professional clinical environment.

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Community Announcements

Bands on the Beach Returns — Every Tuesday Night

Santa Rosa Island Authority

Pensacola Beach's beloved summer concert series is back for 2026! Bands on the Beach takes place every Tuesday night from 7 PM to 9 PM at the Gulfside Pavilion overlooking the Gulf of America. Bring your lawn chair, sink your toes in the sand, and enjoy live regional artists performing a wide variety of music all season long. Running May through October 2026 — the perfect free Gulf Coast Tuesday night tradition.

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Community Announcements

Grand Fiesta Parade — May 29, Downtown Pensacola

Fiesta Pensacola

Bring the whole family to one of Pensacola's most beloved annual traditions — the Grand Fiesta Parade on Friday, May 29, 2026! Dozens of local krewes will parade through downtown Pensacola with floats, marching bands, and beads galore. Special appearances by the masked DeLuna LXXVI, his Queen, and the 2026 Court of DeLuna. Free to watch along the downtown parade route. Handicap parking available at the SmartBank lot at Gregory and Palafox after 5:00 PM.

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Community Announcements

Pensacola Pickles & Wings Family Festival — May 16

Pensacola History and Haunting Tours and Events

Downtown Pensacola's newest food festival is coming Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 10 AM to 8 PM at historic Seville Square (311 E Government St). Free admission! A full day of wings, pickles, food trucks, live entertainment on the Grand Brine & Sauced Stage, carnival-style games, a kids zone, pickle eating contest, and costume contests with cash prizes for adults. A portion of proceeds benefits Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northwest Florida. Special appearance by Parker and Rex, the Pensacola Parks and Recreation dinosaur mascots.

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Hope is architecture for the unseen.

Community Announcements

Historic Pensacola Free Open House — May 9

UWF Historic Trust

Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 9 — Historic Pensacola's annual Open House! All museums in the complex will be completely free to the public from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. A full day of fun for the whole family, with access to the Museum of Commerce, Museum of Industry, and other historic sites throughout downtown Pensacola. Details on special programming coming soon.

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Community Announcements

Pensacola Beach Art & Wine Festival — May 9

Pensacola Beach Chamber of Commerce

The 2026 Pensacola Beach Art & Wine Festival, presented by Kelley's Beach Liquors and Mercedes-Benz of Fort Walton Beach, is back bigger than ever — Saturday, May 9 from 11 AM to 4 PM across the Pensacola Beach Boardwalk and Gulfside Pavilion. Explore more than 60 artist, tasting, and retail tents featuring fine art, handcrafted goods, and wines, seltzers, and ready-to-drink spirits. Live music on two stages: DJ Salty at the Shell on the Boardwalk and Stormfolk at the Gulfside Pavilion (12–4 PM). Grand Tasting Tickets ($75, or $90 after May 8 at noon) include unlimited tastings, a commemorative wine glass, tote bag, light bites, and photo booth access. Free to browse for non-tasters.

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Community Announcements

Northwest Florida Water Conservation Advisory

Northwest Florida Water Management District

The Northwest Florida Water Management District has issued a Water Shortage Warning across its service area due to ongoing drought conditions. Residents and businesses are encouraged to practice voluntary water conservation, especially by reducing outdoor irrigation.

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Community Announcements

Zerbini Family Circus Comes to Milton

Santa Rosa County Fairgrounds

The Zerbini Family Circus is bringing their spectacular live show to the Santa Rosa County Fairgrounds Arena in Milton. A fun, family-friendly event featuring acrobats, clowns, and dazzling performances for all ages. Tickets available at the gate.

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Housing & Rentals

3BR/2BA Home for Rent in Eagles Ridge

Private Landlord

Spacious 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home available in the Eagles Ridge community of Pace. Move-in ready with an open floor plan, attached two-car garage, and fenced backyard. Conveniently located near schools, shopping, and Highway 90. Pets negotiable with deposit.

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Local Services

Professional Lawn Care and Landscaping

T and A Lawn Care Service LLC

Veteran-owned and operated lawn care company serving Pace and Milton. We provide top-quality lawn maintenance for homeowners and businesses with years of experience and professional-grade equipment. Services include mowing, edging, hedge trimming, mulching, seasonal clean-ups, and full landscape design.

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Community is sacred work.

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer Family Mentor for Transitional Housing Program

Milton Family Community Center

Help mentor a family, typically a single mother with children, as they transition from homelessness into stable housing. Volunteers meet regularly to provide encouragement, help with goal-setting, and connect families with community resources. Training and support provided.

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Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer Animal Care Assistant

A HOPE, Inc.

A HOPE is a nonprofit animal advocacy organization in Milton seeking caring volunteers. Opportunities include animal care, clinic scheduling, phone support, social media marketing, events coordination, and research projects. Flexible hours and even a few hours a week makes a difference for animals in need across Santa Rosa County.

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Community Announcements

SPOKES Bicycle Ride

Alli Browne

130 miles. 2 Days. A Special Cause! Join us for the inaugural SPOKES Bicycle Ride as we raise awareness and funding for Ascension Sacred Heart Cancer Center patients. Enjoy all the scenic views the panhandle offers with a route spanning from Pensacola, FL to Crestview, FL and back full of fun pit stops along the way! This ride is fully sponsored with nourishment, medical support, bicycle repair support, and sweep vehicles. Your registration includes food, drink, and snacks along with one night lodging. Registration closes August 7, 2026.

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