7-year-old dies after crash on Red Rock Road
August 19, 2024
A 7-year-old from Holt has died following a crash on Red Rock Road on Friday evening, according to Florida Highway Patrol. The FHP report says that the accident was between a marron SUV, driven by a 73-year-old, and a red pick up truck driven by a 59-year-old from Ponce De Leon. The FHP report was […]
Avalon Middle’s new principal excited to help students reach full potential
August 16, 2024
Monday, Aug. 12 marked the beginning of the 2024-25 school year for students at Avalon Middle School. It also marked the beginning of Ryan Stokes’ tenure as principal at Avalon Middle.
Improvements coming to the Clyde L. Gracey Community Center
August 16, 2024
Pickleball players rejoice, as there will soon be even more space to play in Milton.
The city received a $139,878 grant from the Florida Recreation Development Assistant Program (FRDAP) and the Clyde L. Gracey Community Center will be undergoing renovations. As part of the work, the existing tennis and pickleball courts at the Dr. O.K. “Doc” Matthews Tennis Complex will be repaired and two stand-alone pickleball courts will be built.
US completes withdrawal from AB 201
August 15, 2024
The U.S. military completed its withdrawal from Air Base 201 in Agadez, Aug. 5.
The departure from AB 201 was completed more than a month ahead of schedule and was facilitated by the transparency and professionalism of both U.S. and Nigerien forces.
Santa Rosa Community School providing childcare services to residents
August 15, 2024
Childcare availability and affordability are growing concerns for parents and soon-to-be parents across the United States. According to Care.com, an online marketplace for families searching for childcare, senior care, and other forms of care, the annual cost of childcare can range from $18,000 to $36,000 a year.
Mission Support welcomes new commander
August 14, 2024
Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. — Col. Christopher Hagemeyer assumed command of the 96th Mission Support Group from Col. Tassika Davis at a change of command ceremony Aug.1, at Eglin.
Is your license plate displayed legally?
August 14, 2024
The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) issued a warning to drivers with Florida license plates that have been airbrushed, vinyl-wrapped, or customized. Such alterations violate the legal tag requirements under Florida law for reflectivity and safety enhancements and can potentially impact the yellow validation stickers. Driving on a public roadway with these altered plates is against the law and violates Section 320.061 in the Florida statutes, which prohibits the unlawful altering of a Florida license plate.
Collaboration between teachers, students leads to big gains at elementary school
August 13, 2024
The Santa Rosa County School District is “A” rated, which shows success throughout all of its elementary, middle and high schools.
W.H. Rhodes Elementary School in Milton made one of the biggest leaps of all Santa Rosa County schools in 2024, going from a “C” rated school to “B” rated.
Santa Rosa County to create time limits for county-owned boat docks
August 13, 2024
Santa Rosa County is cracking down on boaters who tie their vessels to a county dock for extended periods of time, beyond the purpose of loading and unloading.
Badcock’s closure means end of an era for Wood family
August 12, 2024
Badcock Home Furniture & More announced recently that it will be closing of its all store locations, leaving local store owners scrambling.