Santa Rosa County moves toward temporary AI data center moratorium
Santa Rosa County could become the first county in Northwest Florida to halt any development of artificial intelligence data centers, at least until June 2027.
RC Pittman says he was called by God to run for county office
R.C. Pittman described his decision to run for Santa Rosa County Commission as less of a political move and more of a divine directive, and is one of six qualified candidates on the District 2 ballot.
Santa Rosa County working on safety improvements at Tunnel Road intersection
Santa Rosa County Commissioners took the first step on May 21 in fixing a dangerous intersection that has frustrated drivers and been the location of many car accidents in the Five Points area.
Santa Rosa County Commissioners approve continuing discussions on bringing much needed traffic relief to Highway 90.
Santa Rosa County officials say progress on a long-discussed effort to widen U.S. Highway 90 could help accelerate the project, but the proposal continues to raise questions about traffic congestion through Milton’s historic downtown and the potential impact on older buildings along the corridor.
Navy League banquet honors sailors, instructors and civilians tied to NAS Whiting Field
The Santa Rosa County Council of the Navy League of the United States recognized outstanding sailors, flight instructors, civilians and youth leaders during its annual awards banquet honoring personnel from Naval Air Station Whiting Field on March 6.
Gaetz pushed school funding fix as property tax debate dominates Florida legislative session
Florida lawmakers are locked in one of the most divisive legislative sessions in recent memory, with disagreements among Republicans over property tax policy threatening local government budgets, according to State Sen. Don Gaetz.
Santa Rosa County looks to acquire land from Whiting Field
Santa Rosa County Commissioners have formally begun the process of negotiating with the U.S. Navy over a potential land leveraging agreement involving Outlying Field Santa Rosa, a move officials say could protect Naval Air Station Whiting Field’s training mission while expanding development opportunities in East Milton.
County installs new signs to keep large trucks off Bagdad bridges
Sit on a front porch facing Forsyth Street long enough and you’ll see the traffic.
Large trucks breezing by, people speeding and the twice-a-day congregation of cars coming and going from Bagdad Elementary School are fixtures on the main drag through this otherwise sleepy community.
County seeks feedback on Chumuckla, Five Points project
Santa Rosa County invites the public to a Public Alternatives meeting at 5 p.m. on Thursday, June 19 at the Don Salter Community Center, 5976 Chumuckla Highway. The event is to discuss and learn about the Five Points Intersection Project Development and Environment Study. The meeting will offer new information to the public and allow […]
Baker expected to be hired as new county administrator
The Santa Rosa County Commission plans to hire Brad Baker as its new county administrator on Thursday.















