May 5, 2025
Santa Rosa County launches East Milton Master Plan Survey to gather public input
Santa Rosa County invites residents, property owners, and stakeholders in the East Milton area to help shape the future of their community by participating in an online survey now available through June 30, 2025.
May 5, 2025
UF/IFAS study: Non-native trees quietly invading, causing decline in native trees
A new University of Florida study tracking more than 5 million trees over nearly three decades reveals a troubling trend for the future of forests in the United States – the loss of native trees.
May 5, 2025
Pickleball courts opened in Milton
Monday, April 28, the City of Milton cut the ribbon officially opening two new pickleball courts, bringing the total to 16.
City Councilman Gavin Hawthorne led the initiative to create more pickleball courts for the sport that continues to rise in popularity.
May 2, 2025
Hurlburt field to perform prescribed burns
HURLBURT FIELD, Fla. – Hurlburt Field will conduct multiple prescribed burns between May 4-10, pending weather conditions.
May 2, 2025
RESCINDED: Precautionary boil water notice for customers of Bagdad – Garcon Point Water System
The April 30, 2025 “Precautionary Boil Water Notice” is hereby rescinded following the satisfactory completion of the bacteriological survey showing that the water is safe to drink.
May 2, 2025
FDOT: Traffic advisory for Santa Rosa County drivers
Drivers in Santa Rosa County will encounter traffic disruptions on the following state roads in as crews perform construction and maintenance activities.
May 2, 2025
A peak behind the blueberry bush
The Free Highbush Blueberry Giveaway on April 25 was at Benny Russell Park. The annual event is hosted by the Azalea Garden Club of Pace and sponsored by Santa Rosa County and the Florida Division of Forestry.
May 1, 2025
$10 million gas line replacement project underway in Milton
On May 1, the City of Milton held a ceremonial groundbreaking for a $10 million gas line replacement project, replacing 12 miles of aging natural gas pipeline.
Apr 30, 2025
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.
Apr 30, 2025
Milton woman wins $1 million
Today, the Florida Lottery announced that 66-year-old Pamela Mashburn of Milton claimed a $1 million prize from the 500X Scratch-Off game.