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Men arrested for killing alligator in March sign pre-trial diversion contract

The men at the center of the controversial killing of a Milton-area alligator in March have entered into a pretrial diversion (PTD) contract. If the men complete the court-ordered tasks, their charges could be dismissed.

Kevin Lacz, Richard Reder and Jason Griffin are accused of illegally removing an 8.5-foot alligator from a retention pond in Milton and bringing the live alligator to a residence, where it was killed with a power drill. Lacz had previously been a SNAP trapper.

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Navarre Beach reports ‘horrible’ sea turtle nesting season

Another sea turtle nesting season has come and gone. This year, there were 17 total nests on Navarre Beach, with an estimated 1,700 eggs in total. All were loggerhead sea turtles.

While it was a relatively high number of nests compared to recent years, the promising season turned sour in July. A series of storms inundated 13 nests with water, in essence destroying them. Hatchlings breathe through their porous shells before emerging and crawling to the sea.

Meet Pea Ridge Elementary’s Teacher of the Year

A first-grade teacher who has spent 21 years in education was named Pea Ridge Elementary School’s Teacher of the Year earlier this fall, an honor she said caught her completely off guard.

FEMA Individual Assistance approved for Santa Rosa, Okaloosa

Santa Rosa and Okaloosa residents who sustained damage from Hurricane Isaias can now seek direct financial aid from the federal government after FEMA approved individual assistance for the region on Oct. 29.

Arcadia Mill hit hard by Hurricane Isaias

The historic buildings at Arcadia Mill survived Hurricane Isaias mostly intact, but fallen trees have made the historic walking trail impassable, and staff say it will take weeks to cut a path back in.

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Shoutout to Milton High School

I want to give a shout-out to the staff at Milton High School! It is obvious how deeply the staff cares about the kids and how hard they work every day to ensure every student’s needs are met. While no school is perfect, their genuine concern and dedication truly make all the difference.

Shoutout to unnamed very caring individuals

My husband and I were waiting outside a local restaurant to meet friends for dinner. We observed a woman holding the arm of a man with a cane. He was having great difficulty stepping down from the curb to get to his vehicle. It appeared that he might have been recovering from a stroke. My husband walked over to assist them. The three were quickly joined by other adults, young and old. After awhile, the group was able, with care and patience, to help him step off the curb and to his vehicle.

Shoutout to Co-Workers

Priscilla W. is giving a shoutout to BURNS and MCRAE. You guys are awesome to work with. I love working with you guys. We work great as a team!!!

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    Men arrested for killing alligator in March sign pre-trial diversion contract

    The men at the center of the controversial killing of a Milton-area alligator in March have entered into a pretrial diversion (PTD) contract. If the men complete the court-ordered tasks, their charges could be dismissed.

    Kevin Lacz, Richard Reder and Jason Griffin are accused of illegally removing an 8.5-foot alligator from a retention pond in Milton and bringing the live alligator to a residence, where it was killed with a power drill. Lacz had previously been a SNAP trapper.

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    Milton Panthers bounce back with win over Dolphins

    Mario Hayes had some tough moments in Milton’s 52-28 win over Gulf Breeze Friday night.

    As the game wore on, he searched for a way to make up for it all. The perfect opportunity presented itself in the fourth quarter.

    Congrats to our Athletes and Students of the Week!

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    Santa Rosa nonprofits receive hundreds of thousands in IMPACT 100 grants

    Thirteen nonprofits serving Northwest Florida are celebrating after they each received $101,000 from a local organization.

    The funds came from IMPACT 100 Pensacola Bay Area, a women’s philanthropy group that collects donations and distributes them to nonprofits each year through grants. Most of the organization’s money comes from its members, each of whom pays $1,000 annually.

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    Navarre Beach reports ‘horrible’ sea turtle nesting season

    Another sea turtle nesting season has come and gone. This year, there were 17 total nests on Navarre Beach, with an estimated 1,700 eggs in total. All were loggerhead sea turtles.

    While it was a relatively high number of nests compared to recent years, the promising season turned sour in July. A series of storms inundated 13 nests with water, in essence destroying them. Hatchlings breathe through their porous shells before emerging and crawling to the sea.

    Arcadia Mill hit hard by Hurricane Isaias

    The historic buildings at Arcadia Mill survived Hurricane Isaias mostly intact, but fallen trees have made the historic walking trail impassable, and staff say it will take weeks to cut a path back in.

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