Stories by Staff Reporters
Stories by Staff Reporters
FWC: 52 bears killed during 2025 bear hunt
January 6, 2026
The 2025 bear hunt, approved by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission after months of meetings and a comment period, has concluded. In total, 52 black bears were harvested.
Prescribed burns in north Santa Rosa County Jan. 2
January 2, 2026
On Friday, Jan. 2, a contractor is planning to conduct two prescribed burns on private lands that could be visible to passing motorists.
Intersection of West Spencer Field/South Spencer Field Roads, Giddens Lane to close
December 30, 2025
The intersection of West Spencer Field Road, South Spencer Field Road, and Giddens Lane will be closed beginning Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, for the construction of a roundabout. Weather permitting, work is expected to be completed by early August 2026.
Several county offices to close for New Year’s Eve, Day.
December 29, 2025
Santa Rosa County has announced New Year’s Eve and Day closures for various county departments and offices.
Help Neighbors and Celebrate an Energy-Efficient Holiday
December 18, 2025
Tips to Save Energy All Season Long and a Chance to Win Holiday Energy-Efficiency Kits for 80 Floridians.
Baptist Medical Group – Neurosurgery Offers Exceptional Care
December 18, 2025
As a busy husband, father, grandfather and employee, Richard Daniels stays active by working and helping others. Last May, Richie assisted his grandchildren with a home improvement project and injured his back.
HOW TO PREPARE YOUR LAWN FOR WINTER
December 18, 2025
Skip Orth has been in the lawn service business for over 25 years, he is the author of the book “What Every Home Owner Along The Emerald Coast Needs To Know About Lawn Care,” he has authored several articles and holds frequent workshops on the topic of lawn care in the local area.
The growing season is over. Here are a few things that you need to be aware of to keep your lawn healthy into winter.
MPD traffic stop leads to drug trafficking arrest
December 18, 2025
A routine traffic stop by Milton Police Department officers led to a drug trafficking arrest on De. 16.
Ashmore Lane traffic will be impacted by drainage project
December 17, 2025
A portion of Ashmore Lane in Pace will be down to one lane beginning Monday, Dec. 29, near the entrance of the Ashmore Place neighborhood to complete drainage improvements.
County cold weather shelter to open Dec. 19
December 17, 2025
The cold weather shelter for the homeless and heatless will be open on the night of Friday, Dec. 19 at Ferris Hill Baptist Church, 6848 Chaffin St. in Milton.



