Precautionary boil water notice announced for Bagdad-Garcon Point Water System
A precautionary boil water notice has been announced for Bagdad-Garcon Point Water System. The notice affects Winwood Lane.
Intermittent lane closures expected on Berryhill Road
Drivers on Berryhill Road at King George Parkway should expect intermittent lane closures due to contractor damage to a sewer force main in the area.
Celebrate America 250 at your local library throughout June, July
With the United States of America’s 250th anniversary approaching, Santa Rosa County Library System is showing its patriotic side with a series of events at various branches.
Tornado watch in effect and flash flood risk increasing
A TORNADO WATCH is in effect for our area until 5 p.m. today as post-tropical cyclone Arthur is now a trough across SE Texas extending into SW Louisiana, according to the National Hurricane Center.
FINANCIAL FOCUS: Turn your savings into paychecks in retirement
Margaret had saved diligently for decades. Every paycheck, a portion went toward her retirement account. Then, the day finally came: she retired. Suddenly, the hardest part wasn’t the saving. It was learning to spend.
If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Many retirees find the shift from building savings to living off them emotionally difficult, even when they’ve planned carefully. Here are five smart strategies that can help you feel more confident about what’s ahead.Santa Rosa County opens sand sites ahead of Tropical Storm Arthur
With a flash flood watch in effect until late Friday, Santa Rosa County’s public works department is making sand available at four locations on a first-come, first-served basis as the effects of Tropical Storm Arthur head our way.
Overnight road closures on Garcon Point Road begin Tuesday
Pavement repairs will force lane closures of Garcon Point Road from Sundial Boulevard to Slalom Road beginning at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, June 16.
NWS: Heavy rains to cause flooding concerns in Northwest Florida
Forecasters from the National Weather Service office in Mobile, Alabama, say that tropical moisture from the western Gulf could bring up to four inches of rain and flooding over the next three days.
Milton announces Riverfest 2026, celebrating America 250
The City of Milton will mark Independence Day and the nation’s 250th birthday with Riverfest 2026, a free family event set for Saturday, July 4, at Jernigan’s Landing and Downtown Milton.
Bagdad-Garcon Point Water System issues boil water notice
Contractors hitting a main break off Da Lisa Road has forced the Bagdad-Garcon Point Water System issue a precautionary boil water notice.



















