Jan 13, 2016
3 restaurants shut down over health violations, including cockroach in rice
The new year is off to a bad start for some area restaurants. Three local restaurants, Hunan in Crestview, the Grand Buffet in Pace and the Waffle House in Milton, were each issued emergency closure …
Jan 13, 2016
Milton: Council Member Marilyn Jones resigns, Grady Hester fills seat
In the midst of health and personal issues, Milton Council Member Marilyn Jones tendered her resignation during Tuesday night’s regular council meeting. Taking her seat on the council for the remaind…
Jan 12, 2016
Cold Weather Shelter open through Wednesday night
The cold weather shelter for the homeless or heatless will now be open through Wednesday night, Jan. 13 at Ferris Hill Baptist Church, according to the Santa Rosa County Public Information Office…
Jan 12, 2016
Florida Department of Health Santa Rosa recognized for excellence in public health emergencies
The Florida Department of Health in Santa Rosa County (DOH-Santa Rosa) was recognized by the National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) for its ability to plan for, respond to,…
Jan 12, 2016
Three finalists for Teacher of the Year announced
Paula Jones of Avalon Middle School, Stephanie Duffy of Gulf Breeze High School and Sarah Thomin of Holley-Navarre Primary School have been announced as the three finalists for the Santa Rosa County …
Jan 12, 2016
Portion of Sandy Forest Road closed for bridge replacement, road repair
Officials with the Florida Forest Service have closed a portion of Sandy Forest Road from Munson Highway to Charlie Foster Road for bridge replacement and road repair, according to a press release fr…
Jan 12, 2016
Frustrations mount about Avalon Blvd.
The $1.7 million, four-lane project of Avalon Boulevard originated to resurface 6.1 miles of the road from the Garcon Point Bridge to south of Interstate 10 began in 2009 and should have been complet…
Jan 12, 2016
Jay principal thanks community, staff for 'Innovative Principal' nomination
In her third year as principal at JayElementary School, Kelly Allen-Short is thankful for the support her school has received not only from the teachers and staff, but from the community as well. Wit…
Jan 12, 2016
Father searches for missing son
Winston Swiney is seeking answers in finding his son, Steven, who reportedly went missing from his residence in the Bagdad area of Milton last November.
Winston, who currently lives and works in Ch…
Jan 12, 2016
County seeks recycling options
The county is still seeking an economical recycling option by finding a cheaper transportation method. Monday, the Santa Rosa County Board of County Commissioners discussed the lack of recycling opti…