Oct 16, 2014
No more back door deals
Dear Editor,
Why does the county commission make a simple vote on something so complicated? Santa Rosa County needs a new courthouse, we know that. But the tax payers would like to know where…
Oct 16, 2014
Speak Out October 15
Today 5:15 a.m.
Yes this is Blair. I would just like to say I’ve been thinking about some things and I would just like to say 25 years ago we had Ronald Regan, Johnny Cash, and Bob Hope. Now we ha…
Oct 14, 2014
Milton man faces death penalty in Thompson murder
Derrick Thompson entered pleas of not guilty Monday to charges he killed and robbed Steven and Debra Zackowski.
He was led from the courtroom, though, without having been informed whether Stat…
Oct 14, 2014
Step out into something new
Feeling temperatures fall and heading out to various festivals this month, it reminds me as to how important celebrations and farm tours are to our county. How often will families and friends head ou…
Oct 14, 2014
Think independently on Amendment 2
Dear Editor,
With the vote on Amendment 2 coming closer and closer, it seems more and more misinformation is being volleyed about; almost as much as is being tossed around about the co…
Oct 14, 2014
Obama is no advocate for some who need him
Dear Editor,
Our arrogant president boasts of his pen and phone. Would to God he would use them, fearlessly, for release of the U.S. Marine rotting in Mexico’s prison. Thank God for gutsy Mon…
Oct 14, 2014
Secret Service, Like Any Bloated Government Agency, Continues Unscathed
By Ron Hart
Rosemary Beach, FL
“Wheels up, rings off.”
Secret Service traveling mantra
In the wake of an ongoing series of embarrassing security breaches, Secret Service Directo…
Oct 14, 2014
Reminiscing about iconic late pastor of First Baptist
Many in Santa Rosa County will remember the iconic Joe Bamberg, the late, long-time pastor of First Baptist Church, Milton. What is more, many recall funny or poignant little vignettes involving him.…
Oct 14, 2014
SPEAK OUT October 11
Friday 9:18 a.m.
This is Fred. I’d like to encourage all registered voters to get out and vote Election Day whether you’re Republican or Democrat or Independent. I know a lot of people say their v…
Oct 10, 2014
Courthouse should be placed with citizens in mind
Dear Editor,
As Sheriff of Santa Rosa County, it is my responsibility to provide security not only for the judges, but also to everyone that comes to the courthouse. In the past 16 months 161…





