Sheriff: Cosse’s Place owner sold stolen John Deere equipment
The owner of a popular Milton restaurant found himself behind bars after being arrested for allegedly selling stolen John Deere equipment in Mississippi, Alabama and Florida.
Matas “Mike” Bernard Cosse, 52, who owns Cosse’s Place (5365 Stewart St.), is charged with six counts of public order crimes, six counts of forgery, five counts of dealing in stolen property, one count of fraud or swindle and one count of larceny.
Sheriff’s Office launches Star Foundation
The Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office recently announced the formation of a new nonprofit organization called the ‘Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Star Foundation,’ which will work to support the agency and charitable organizations throughout the county and first responder communities.
L.E.A.D. Academy’s parent night offers information, tour for 7-12th grade families
Registration is open for the 2024-25 school year and parents who want to learn more about the Classical Christian Education L.E.A.D. Academy offers 7-12th grade students are invited to attend a parent night at 6:30 p.m. March 14.
Santa Rosa County Animal Services waive adoption fees for St. Pawdi’s Day adoption event
Santa Rosa County Animal Services (SRCAS) invites the public to attend an adoption event featuring puppies, adult dogs and cats, and waived adoption fees for St. Pawdi’s Day on Sat., March 16, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the SRCAS shelter, 4451 Pine Forest Rd. in Milton.
Water under the bridge? RaceTrac decision raises questions about county’s process
Did Santa Rosa County compromise the integrity of its water protection zone by approving a variance to allow RaceTrac to install underground storage tanks at a station on State Road 87? We don’t think so, but the unpopular decision raises some questions about how the county manages its various overlay districts.
H.E. Roberts Roofing, committed to satisfaction
H.E. Roberts Roofing is a company that cares. Their hometown values, commitment to their community and top-quality service and product make them a business you can trust.
Changing of the guard
U.S. Air Force Col. Patrick Dierig stepped into his most significant role yet at Hurlburt Field, marking a milestone in his 23-year career.
NAS Whiting Field named Best Small Base in the Navy
Commander, Navy Installations Command, Vice Adm. Scott Gray, announced in a message Feb. 21 that Naval Air Station Whiting Field was the Navy’s top pick in the small installation category for the CNIC 2024 Installation Excellence Award program.
Calkins’ video is transparent campaign grandstanding
Bless his cotton-pickin’ heart. James Calkins must lay awake nights trying to think of ways to get attention.
Lower millage rates could hinder first responders
“In Santa Rosa County, our sense of safety is a testament to the dedication and hard work of my men and women in uniform and the other First Responders, whose partnerships we greatly appreciate and depend on. Yet, this safety net faces a critical threat—one that originates from unsurmountable growth within our county.