Incumbent Wright pre-files for re-election
January 5, 2024
Colten Wright announced Friday that he will seek a second term representing District 5 on the Santa Rosa County Board of County Commissioners.
Brandon Aydelott hearing moved to March 26
January 5, 2024
The question of whether Brandon Aydelott, 27, will be released after spending 10 years in Florida State Hospital was not answered when Aydelott went into court Thursday, Jan. 4.
With two psychologic…
Imogene Theatre begins new chapter with Liberty Church
January 5, 2024
The Historic Imogene Theatre is beginning a new chapter in its long history in 2024.
Liberty Church bought the 111-year-old building – an iconic landmark in downtown Milton – for $850,000 from the…
After tough year, military recruiting is looking up
January 4, 2024
It’s no secret that 2023 was a tough year for military recruiting, but that situation is looking up, said Air Force Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder during a news conference yesterday.
Eagles have landed: New F-15EXs arrive at Eglin
January 4, 2024
The Eagles have landed.
The Air Force’s two newest fighters, F-15EX Eagle IIs, known as EX3 and EX4, touched down at Eglin Dec. 20, 2023, just minutes from each other.
Extra-time: Rezoning decisions delayed for 576-acre Pace property and Holley RV park expansion
January 4, 2024
The Santa Rosa County Board of County Commissioners is giving two businessmen time to revise their applications before the board votes on their rezoning requests.
Water system approves rate increase
January 3, 2024
Holley Navarre Water System’s board approved a 4.5% rate increase on water and sewer base rates and tiered rates. They also approved a 2% cost of living increase for staff.
Boater safety, rent control and health care bills highlight upcoming Legislative Session
January 2, 2024
The start of the new year will coincide with the start of a new Legislative Session.
On Jan. 9, state lawmakers, from both the State House of Representatives and State Senate, will reconvene for th…
December 2023, year in review
January 1, 2024
Fire closes Rio Bravo
A Mexican restaurant in Tiger Point remains closed following a fire early morning, Wednesday, Nov. 27. The blaze began sometime before 12:35 a.m., Nov. 27, at Rio Bravo Mexica…
November 2023, year in review
December 31, 2023
Commissioners approve lease amendment for beach RV Park
Late into the special zoning board meeting Thursday night, Santa Rosa County Commissioners voted 3-2 to approve an amendment to Santa Rosa…