Stories by Marlo Scafe
Stories by Marlo Scafe
Bethel Baptist Church, beacon on the hill
January 3, 2025
Bethel Baptist is often called the beacon on the hill. The church is located on a high point of Old Bagdad Highway, but it also has functioned as a beacon of light that has drawn in members from all walks of life for decades.
After heavy rains Mulat Bayou gets muddy again
January 3, 2025
Milton received heavy rainfall after the Christmas holiday and the effects of development on Mulat Bayou are impossible to deny.
Holland has a passion for teaching students with special needs
January 2, 2025
In a classroom where patience and creativity are paramount, Jodie Holland stands out. Not only for her exceptional teaching skills but also for her unwavering commitment to fostering an environment where every student, regardless of their abilities, can thrive.
Winter gardening tips for poinsettias
December 31, 2024
The holidays are a time for giving and you might have received a gifted holiday plant or two during the season, or maybe just purchased one for yourself. But often they are left to wither and are seen as just temporary decoration.
Santa Rosa Sheriff’s Office Chaplain Unit off to a rocky start
December 30, 2024
Santa Rosa Sheriff’s Office made a Facebook post on Dec. 28 announcing the launch of their new chaplain unit. One man pictured in the photo of the post, caused a community uproar.
Wreath laying ceremony at Milton Historic Cemetery
December 30, 2024
A crowd gathered at Milton Historic Cemetery on Dec.14 for the fourth annual Wreaths Across America ceremony. The event honors the nation’s fallen heroes and their families by laying wreaths and saying each veteran’s name out loud.
Milton City Council unanimously votes to “fast track” wastewater disposal plan
December 23, 2024
Milton City Council were presented with two options on Dec. 19 during their special meeting to discuss the wastewater treatment plant: Fast-track or start over with a blank page.
Growing at Bearing Fruit Community Church
December 23, 2024
Over the past five years Bearing Fruit Community Church has seen trials and tribulations, but through it all the congregation and leadership has learned to grow and overcome.
Three arrested for Milton High School racist graffiti
December 20, 2024
Three individuals were arrested for racist graffiti at Milton High School. The arrest report detailing the graffiti incident on Nov. 27 reveals who did it and how they were caught.
Milton City Council unanimously votes to “fast track” wastewater treatment plant and effluent removal
December 20, 2024
Milton City Council were presented with two options on Dec. 19 during their special meeting to discuss the wastewater treatment plant: Fast-track or blank page.