May 9, 2018
Residents protest Milton City Council; mayor reacts on Facebook
MILTON — Close to 200 residents and business owners gathered Tuesday on the lawn of the City Hall to voice their disapproval and concern with the City Council over several actions and decisions made …
May 9, 2018
'We are here to honor these men and women for their sacrifice'
MILTON —The Santa Rosa County Sherriff’s Office held a law enforcement memorial honoring nine fallen law enforcement officers and two K-9 units in the state of Florida. Those nine were the following:…
May 9, 2018
'We need to instill a sense of urgency'
MILTON — Since Santa Rosa County Sheriff Bob Johnson took office Jan. 3, he has worked to stave off an ever-increasing jail population, which entered overcrowded numbers last summer. Johnson and the …
May 9, 2018
'One small step makes the biggest difference'
PACE — Pea Ridge Elementary student Jadylyn Minturn is working to aid local veterans in need by raising awareness of the Gulf Breeze food pantry Food for Vets. So far, through her efforts she has hel…
May 4, 2018
Santa Rosa County observes National Day of Prayer
MILTON — The city of Milton May 3 partook in the National Day of Prayer on the county courthouse lawn. The theme this year was unity. The service took place on the law of the Santa Rosa County Courth…
May 4, 2018
12 adoptable pets in Santa Rosa County
Editor’s Note: Each week, Santa Rosa County Animal Services and the Press Gazette share photos and descriptions of several animals in need of immediate adoption. If you are interested in adopting one…
May 4, 2018
Last play showing ends with Mother's Day brunch
PACE — Just in time for Mother’s Day, the Panhandle Community Theatre presents "Things My Mother Taught Me," a highly-rated, life and love-affirming comedy to the stage May 5 – 6 and May 10 – 13 with…
May 4, 2018
Milton Rotary Club learns hurricane safety
MILTON — The Milton Rotary Club recently heard from SRC Emergency Management Director Brad Baker. During the June 2 Day of Service, Baker said, volunteers will be working throughout the county to hel…
May 4, 2018
Santa Rosa Community Briefs
MILTON — Here's a look at upcoming events in Santa Rosa County and surrounding areas. History lecture BAGDAD — Dr. Brian Rucker will hold a history lecture at 9:30 a.m. May 5 at the Bagdad Museum at 4512 Church St. in Bagdad. Call 293-5349 for information. Stinging and biting insects class MILTON — Experts from […]
May 4, 2018
Milton resident responds to mayor's 'peanut gallery' comment
MILTON — During the executive city council meeting held on April 30, Milton resident Pam Mitchell approached the council holding a peanut fan to address the mayor. “I really hate to be here with pea…