Sep 10, 2024
Sand available at four locations within the county
Although not facing a direct impact from Tropical Storm Francine, Santa Rosa County may still see some impacts from this tropical system. According to the U.S. National Weather Service Mobile Office, local impacts may include: A high risk of deadly rip currents Tuesday night through Friday night Dangerous surf Wednesday night through Thursday night Tornadoes […]
Sep 10, 2024
Hundreds of Santa Rosa County residents are signing up their children up for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
The Panhandle Book Club officially opened in March, and after only three months, reached its enrollment cap of 400 registrations. The Panhandle Book Club is Santa Rosa County’s affiliate for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library program that delivers books to children from birth to the age of 5-years-old completely free of charge.
Sep 10, 2024
County CERT program coordinator honored at state event
Florida needs volunteers. Americorps, the federal agency for volunteering and national service, says the Sunshine State ranks toward the bottom of nearly every volunteer rate list.
Sep 9, 2024
Zoning board votes against Jubilee development, but it still moves on to county commission
Just about every seat was taken at the Sept. 9 Santa Rosa County Zoning Board meeting.
Sep 9, 2024
Affordable housing apartments in Milton now accepting applications
A five-year project meant to provide affordable housing inside the city of Milton is nearly move-in ready.
Sep 6, 2024
Jubilee on the agenda Monday at special zoning meeting
For nearly two decades, the idea of a Jubilee development — which would bring thousands of homes, new schools, parks and more to Pace — has been discussed, revamped and reorganized, but it’s never actually come to fruition.
Sep 6, 2024
Meiss, McKee to face off for Ward 2 seat
Roxanne Meiss is running for re-election this November for Milton City Council Ward 2 position. Larry McKee is facing off against Meiss and is hoping to serve on the council for the first time.
Sep 5, 2024
Milton makes decision on its recycling program
After months of discussion, the city of Milton officially voted unanimously on Sept. 5 to cut its recycling program, though discussions on possibly privatizing the service remain ongoing. The program would end at the start of the fiscal year in October.
Sep 5, 2024
Precautionary boil water notice for customers of Bagdad – Garcon Point Water System
A main break has occurred and/or a loss of pressure has been experienced.
Sep 5, 2024
Development plans for Florida State Parks meet backlash
The 2024-2025 Great Outdoors Initiative meant to increase public access, recreation and lodging at Florida State Parks has been met with mixed emotions and backlash since it was announced by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection on Aug. 19.