Oct 8, 2024
End of Watch Memorial Ruck honors the 138 officers who died in 2023
Over the weekend participants carried 138 pounds of weight for 138 miles with one goal in mind — to honor the fallen.
Oct 7, 2024
Miracle League braves stormy weather for some baseball
While it only lasted a few innings, before rain forced their game’s postponement, Miracle League of Santa Rosa County participants were having a blast playing baseball Thursday, Oct. 3.
Oct 7, 2024
Butterflies, pollinators get spotlight in extension office event
Pollinators, such as bees and butterflies, play an important role in the lives of plants and, by extension, humans.
Oct 1, 2024
Milton High names its homecoming queen
Mya Waitman was crowned homecoming queen at halftime of Milton’s football game against Mosley Monday night.
Sep 27, 2024
BISSELL Pet Foundation fall national “Empty the Shelters” event begins October 1
With animal shelters across the nation facing an overcrowding crisis, thousands of highly adoptable pets are waiting for their second chances. Santa Rosa County Animal Services (SRCAS) is proud to partner with BISSELL Pet Foundation, a national animal welfare organization dedicated to ending pet homelessness, for its Fall National “Empty the Shelters.” From October 1 – 15, BISSELL Pet Foundation will sponsor reduced adoption fees of $50 or less at more than 390 shelters in 44 states. All adoption fees at SRCAS will be just $10 for both cats and dogs, October 1 – 15. View adoptable pets online at www.santarosa.fl.gov/405/Search-Adoptable-Pets.
Sep 25, 2024
Southeastern States Manhunt Trials 2024
Last week, the Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office Detention K9 Team placed fourth overall in the annual Manhunt Trials hosted by Escambia County Road Prison. The Detention K9 Unit, led by Sergeant Robert Lenzo, is comprised of five handlers and six canines. Their skills range from contraband detection, electronics detection and tracking.
Sep 24, 2024
It’s fall y’all: Corn mazes, fun return at local farms
It’s the end of September, meaning fall is finally here.
Break out the pumpkin spice, the decorations and get ready to enjoy all of the fun activities associated with the season. For many families, those activities may start with a trip to a local pumpkin patch, and there are several to choose from.
Sep 19, 2024
First Presbyterian Church of Milton experiences a revitalization over the past year
There was a time when First Presbyterian Church of Milton saw its congregation shrink to nine members, prompting questions about the church’s long-term outlook.
Sep 17, 2024
Prominent Milton Civil-War era home hits the market for $775,000
A piece of Northwest Florida’s history has hit the market. The 19th century home that belonged to the Bruce and Watson families, which operated one of the area’s top shipyards in Santa Rosa County and later in Pensacola, has been listed for $775,000.
Sep 13, 2024
St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church to host third annual Oktoberfest
Join in on the fun with food and events at St. Rose of Lima’s Oktoberfest on Sept. 28. The 200-year-old Bavarian tradition celebrates German culture, food and beer.