Jan 11, 2024
Failing spaces: Milton council asks for more options
The City of Milton is looking for office space. City Manager Scott Collins thought he’d found it, but the city council balked at paying almost $200,000 for a three-year lease.
Jan 11, 2024
Need for speed: Inline Challenge underway in Milton
More than 400 speedskaters from across the United States and several other nations are in Milton for the 10th Annual Emerald Coast Inline Challenge at Weber’s Skate World, 6056 Stewart St. Plans call for indoor competition, which began this morning, to last through Saturday with outdoor racing on Weber’s new state-of-the-art outdoor track on Saturday and Sunday.
Jan 11, 2024
Joey Paladino’s military background, leadership skills have allowed him to make a difference
As a recruiter gave his pitch to students on why they should join the Army, Joey Paladino was asleep in his high school English class. He said he always slept in that class.
Jan 10, 2024
Senators ok proposal on shooting bears
Tallahassee – People would be allowed to kill bears on their property without permits if they feel threatened but would face more rules about reporting the incidents, under a proposal that received an initial approval Wednesday in the Florida Senate.
Jan 10, 2024
County, Navy to share $2.9 million cost for Clear Creek property
James Calkins hinted last year that he was working on a project to bring more recreation to north Santa Rosa County. He unveiled his plan Monday at the Santa Rosa County Board of County Commissioners’ committee meeting.
Jan 10, 2024
National Museum of the US Air Force opens new exhibit honoring the enlisted force
Dayton, Ohio (AFNS) – The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force has completed installation of a new exhibit highlighting the Department of the Air Force’s enlisted personnel.
Jan 9, 2024
Gov. DeSantis gives update on Panhandle after storms
Governor Ron DeSantis provided updates about the January severe weather event at the State Emergency Operations Center. Governor DeSantis issued Executive Order 24-03, which designates 49 counties as being under a state of emergency in order to maximize resources available to impacted counties. In preparation for the severe weather, on Monday Governor DeSantis activated the Florida National Guard.
Jan 9, 2024
Rudman files utilities bill, says updates are coming
State Rep. Dr. Joel Rudman on Friday filed House Bill 1485, which would create the North Santa Rosa County Utilities Authority, without changes to the original draft. But changes are coming, he said in a Facebook video posted Sunday.
Jan 8, 2024
HCA Florida West Hospital opens Pea Ridge Emergency room
HCA Florida West Hospital announces the opening of a new freestanding emergency room as part of HCA Florida Healthcare’s continued expansion across the state.
Jan 5, 2024
Incumbent Wright pre-files for re-election
Colten Wright announced Friday that he will seek a second term representing District 5 on the Santa Rosa County Board of County Commissioners.