Tropical Depression 2 forms in Gulf, expected to move west over coming days
Tropical Depression 2 is inching toward the northern Gulf Coast early Monday, with forecasters at the National Weather Service saying the storm could be upgraded to tropical storm status by late afternoon.
Florida’s back-to-school sales tax holiday is underway
Santa Rosa County students report to class on August 10. Which means the time is now to get the supplies your students need to hit the ground running for a successful school year.
Milton considers public sleeping ban
Milton city officials are drafting an ordinance that would prohibit camping and sleeping in public places within city limits as part of the city’s response to state requirements regarding public camping.
Operation Safety Cone returns to Milton for second year
Getting stopped by a Milton police officer this summer might mean getting a ticket for a free ice cream cone.
17-year-old Milton resident killed in DUI crash
A 17-year-old Milton teenager died after being ejected from a vehicle involved in a single-vehicle crash on Munson Highway on July 15.
Santa Rosa Medical Center gives $15K to Pace Athletic Recreation Association
Santa Rosa Medical Center has announced they have donated $15,000 to the Pace Athletic Recreation Association (PARA) for their commitment to community service and health to the local community.
Jay man dies in Navarre car accident
A 36-year-old Jay man was killed on July 11 in a two-vehicle crash, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Santa Rosa County to host Tropical Town Hall
UPDATE: This event has been postponed, Santa Rosa County Emergency Management officials announced Monday.
With peak hurricane season quickly approaching, officials from Santa Rosa County Emergency Management are inviting residents to get prepared with their Tropical Town Hall on July 21.
Patronis introduces legislation protecting ports from drone activity
A new bill introduced by Congressman Jimmy Patronis would protect seaports from unauthorized drone flights.
FDACS finds no link in bee death investigation
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services has closed its investigation into a Milton beekeeper’s report of massive bee losses, finding no link between the deaths and spraying, according to the agency.





















