Feb 17, 2024
Milton faces loss of almost $9 million in federal grants
Milton has until March 1 to convince two federal agencies that the city’s wastewater treatment project is still viable. If the city fails to meet any of four demands, it could lose two grants totaling almost $9 million.
Feb 15, 2024
He’s back: Milton to hire Jorgenson as interim city manager
The Milton City Council voted 5-2 at a special meeting Thursday to hire Randy Jorgenson to be the interim city manager. Jorgenson retired from the city manager position in September after serving five years in the position.
Feb 14, 2024
Milton unveils banner naming council chambers for Al Brewton
Alfred D. “Al” Brewton was a dedicated advocate for residents of Milton, a fixture at meetings of the city council and its advisory boards for years. On Thursday, the city unveiled a sign naming the council chambers in his honor.
Feb 14, 2024
Milton council delays Jorgenson decision
The Milton City Council will hold a special meeting at 7:30 p.m. Thursday to decide how to proceed while it seeks a replacement for City Manager Scott Collins, who is resigning effective Feb. 23.
Feb 14, 2024
Milton man arrested for 2022 hit and run, other charges
The family of a hit and run victim is finally close to getting closure nearly two years after the incident. Jack Crawford died Sept. 27, 2022, following a crash he was involved in the previous day.
Feb 13, 2024
County Administrator DeVann Cook announces resignation
Santa Rosa County Administrator DeVann Cook submitted his letter of resignation to the Board of County Commissioners on Monday.
Feb 13, 2024
Sign up now to sponsor military tribute banners
The City of Milton and the Three Rivers Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution will once again collaborate on a project to remember and honor American veterans.
This will be the fifth year that individualized military tribute banners will be displayed throughout downtown Milton as well as Veterans Memorial Park.
Feb 13, 2024
2024 DoD spray course lands in Florida
Tampa Bay, Florida – Twenty-four Reserve Citizen Airmen from the 910th Airlift Wing helped facilitate the Department of Defense’s annual Aerial Spray Course in conjunction with the Florida Mosquito Control Association’s fly-in between Jan. 7-12, 2024.
Feb 13, 2024
County to consider installing state’s largest U.S. flag
Installing Florida’s largest American flag in Santa Rosa County would display its residents’ patriotism, honor the military and veterans, and attract tourists, County Commissioner James Calkins told his colleagues at two Board of County Commissioners’ meetings last week.
Feb 11, 2024
Homicide in Jay
Jeffery Scott Bostwick has been arrested and charged with first degree felony homicide.