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Vernon’s history through pictures
VERNON - the town of Vernon has a rich diversity in it’s small town dating back to the 1800’s. Trouble is with it being so far of the beaten path many people forget about it’s rich culture and neat stories. But thanks to the efforts of the town’s historical society, visitors are able to take a tour of the historical museum and learn some interesting facts about the proud town and see some pretty… → Read More
UPDATE: Milton couple cited after testicle biting incident in camel enclosure
MILTON — Milton couple Gloria and Edmond Lancaster gained public attention when it was reported that they were involved in an incident at an Iberville Parish truck stop. According to Iberville Parish Sheriff's Office, a 600-pound camel sat on Gloria after the couple entered the animal's cage to retrieve their dog. To get the animal off her, it was reported that she bit the animal's… → Read More
Airship Pirates take first place at Bowlegs parade
MILTON — Emerald Coast Krewe of Airship Pirates took home a victory over the Krewe of Bowlegs as "best krewe" in the Billy Bowleg's Torchlight Parade in Fort Walton Beach this past week. According to the Ariship Pirates, the Bowlegs krewe have a long history of winning the best krewe in the parade that shares their name and the victory was an momentous achievement."It is a coveted and honored… → Read More
SRSO cleared of civil rights violations
MILTON — Santa Rosa Sheriff Office has a reason to celebrate this week.Sheriff Bob Johnson announced Tuesday that the department was cleared of a civil lawsuit brought against them in November 2013."I want our public to know that when our officers are accused of a crime and we believe they have been falsely accused of a crime or violating someone's civil rights, we are going to take it as far as… → Read More
Sheriff: Arrest stymies plan to smuggle drugs into prison
MILTON — A man who allegedly planned to smuggled drugs into Century Correctional Institution has been arrested, according to Santa Rosa County → Read More
Blackwater River State Park preps for summer
MILTON — With the summer fast approaching, residents of Santa Rosa County are beginning to consider how to spend the days passing the warm weather. → Read More
Milton racer named Rookie of the Year
MILTON — John Bryant has a love of racing that he can only describe as "exhilarating." This exhilarating passion of his earned him one of Southern Raceway's top honors in 2018 when he was named their Track Rookie of the Year.Bryant said that being given that honor was "pretty awesome" and something he didn't expect."I always wanted to be good at something," Bryant said.Bryant, who is originally… → Read More
Council votes to remove Guy Thompson's name from community center
MILTON — The Milton City Council has voted unanimously to remove all reference of former Mayor Guy Thompson from the community center on Byrom Street.Mayor Heather Lindsay said at Tuesday night's City Council meeting that in light of the news of Thompson pleading guilty of tax evasion and wire fraud in connection with the former United Way of Santa Rosa scandal, the council may want to consider… → Read More
United Way Escambia to take over Santa Rosa
MILTON — Santa Rosa County will once again benefit from the services of United Way.United Way of Escambia County's board of directors voted on → Read More
School Board asks county to bring back impact fees
MILTON — Santa Rosa County is growing so fast, school district officials say, the county will need five new schools within the next 10 years.With the Santa Rosa County School District revenue basically stagnant, according to Superintendent Tim Wyrosdick, the School Board voted unanimously on April 25 to ask the County Commission to re-institute impact fees in Santa Rosa County.Santa Rosa County… → Read More
Word War II veteran celebrates 100 years with memories of war, peace
PACE — Lt. Col. Ray Bonomo has seen many things during his 100 years on this earth. As he approached his March 12 centennial birthday, he sat down to share memories of his time in World War II and give some tips on how he stays active.Bonomo joined the Army Air Force in 1942 because he said he wanted to be a pilot. Unfortunately, Bonomo didn't meet the requirements and became a navigator… → Read More
The deal of the art
MILTON — Will Milton residents eventually see wings on downtown walls or a free-standing cube — or both?City Council is → Read More
Florida family enters 'Great Christmas Light Fight' hoping to win money for a giraffe
MILTON — Those seeking the Christmas spirit need look no farther than Milton's Sowell Farms.Michelle Sowell and her two daughters have been putting → Read More
Carolers rejected at Walmart, issue gets resolved
PEA RIDGE — Hickory Hammock Baptist Church's holiday tradition of singing Christmas carols outside of the Pea Ridge Walmart temporarily came to an end Sunday when management asked the group to leave the store’s parking lot, according to pastor Carl Gallups.The Milton church has kept up the tradition for 15 years. Over 70 people had gathered to sing when an employee in management told them they… → Read More
Residents take to social media on Milton mail issue
MILTON — The U.S. Postal Service Office of Inspector General is continuing its investigation into an alleged stash of abandoned Milton mail found Nov. 29. Meanwhile, residents are taking sides.Lori and Michael Stacey, longtime Milton residents, said their issues with the post office have been long standing."My husband and I have had to complain to the Milton Post Office on more than one… → Read More
Abandoned mail found; unhappy recipients gripe about post office
MILTON — Residents in the Dogwood Drive, Berryhill Road and Hamilton Bridge Road areas of Milton want to know why their mail delivery is so poor and gathered at the post office on Dogwood Drive to complain.An anonymous tip led to a potential clue to the problem — abandoned mail left on a rural road north of this area.More than 30 individuals lined the post office on Dogwood Drive Nov. 27 to… → Read More
Tornado hits East Milton
MILTON — A small tornado hit property on Old Stagecoach Road in East Milton in the early hours last Friday morning, according to homeowners Herman and Imogene Dubose.The couple was in bed around midnight when the twister hit, according to Imogene Dubose. They described the noise as a high-pitched howling.“It was a noise like I had never heard before,” she said. “I went into the room and asked if… → Read More
Person of interest sought in Milton homicide investigation
MILTON — The Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office has provided an update to its homicide investigation of 21-year-old Milton resident Tyler Howell.At 11:30 p.m. Oct. 21 deputies with the SRSO received a call in reference to a medical emergency on John Hamm Road near State Road 87 in Milton, according to a press release from SRSO Public Information Officer Sergeant Rich Aloy. The initial cause of… → Read More
PHOTOS: 8 adoptable pets in Santa Rosa County
Editor’s Note: Each week, Santa Rosa County Animal Services and the Press Gazette share photos and descriptions of several animals in need of immediate adoption. If you are interested in adopting one of them, call Santa Rosa County Animal Services at 983-4680 or visit 4451 Pine Forest Road, Milton. → Read More
10 adoptable pets in Santa Rosa County
Each week, Santa Rosa County Animal Services and the Press Gazette share photos and descriptions of several animals in need of immediate adoption. If you are interested in adopting one of them, call Santa Rosa County Animal Services at 983-4680 or visit 4451 Pine Forest Road, Milton. → Read More