Stories by Marlo Scafe
Stories by Marlo Scafe
Septic to Sewer
April 29, 2025
Ahead of the county adopting an ordinance to reflect the state statute requiring sewer connection, county commissioners assuage concerns.
Commissioners move forward on Rural Protection Zone
April 29, 2025
At the Board of County Commissioners meeting on April 21, the commissioners revisited the idea to extend the Rural Protection Zone.
Builders wary of Ibis Road decision
April 28, 2025
The crowd at the Board of County Commissioners meeting on Thursday, April 24, was comprised of Ibis Road residents, builders, and a lawyer waiting for an update on Ibis Road. The question on everyone’s mind is, will the cul-de-sac Ibis Road become a thoroughfare?
Construction Career Days 2025
April 28, 2025
More than 1,300 high school students convened for the 2025 Northwest Florida Construction Career Days on April 22-23. The two-day event was a hands-on experience and an opportunity for students to explore new career possibilities.
Vision of Hope: Family, fishing, and fun
April 25, 2025
The Annual Vision of Hope Fishing Rodeo is scheduled for Saturday, April 26. Their goal is to partner 50 “fishing buddies” with their participants who have developmental disabilities.
Mondelez International, Inc. breaks ground at I-10 Industrial Park
April 24, 2025
Mondelez International, Inc. broke ground on April 23 in Milton’s I-10 Industrial Park. According to Mondelez officials, this new distribution location will distribute cookies and crackers like Oreos and Wheat Thins.
Market of Pace and Milton behind the scenes
April 23, 2025
The Market of Milton celebrated its two-year anniversary on April 3, and the Market of Pace will celebrate three years in June. The markets are not only fun for attendees, but they also make it possible for locals to pursue their passions.
Peg the Pelican
April 22, 2025
When a Milton couple found an injured pelican on their property, they were unsure what to do. But now they have formed an unlikely bond and even want to write a children’s book to share their story.
Protecting green spaces
April 21, 2025
According to a University of Florida study, by 2040, Florida’s developed land is projected to increase by roughly 17.5% of the state’s total land area. But there are groups working together to preserve as much land as possible.
Digging for history at Milton High School
April 17, 2025
Every Friday, students from Steven Ramirez’s anthropology class dig and sieve for artifacts at Milton High School. They practice teamwork while learning local history.