Hold out for the light

Dec.10 marks the end of Hanukkah, the eight-day Jewish festival of lights.
Hanukkah is centered on a story set in the second century BCE, during a siege of the Second Jewish Temple by the Syrians. …

Year of growth

Dear editor,
The past year has been a strong one for growth in our economy, both nationally and here in Florida.
We can continue to do more, particularly to ensure that we have the right elements…

Santa Rosa County Faith Calendar

MILTON — Here is a list of scheduled faith-based services and events. UPCOMING  Olivet Baptist Church The community is invited to join local Olivet Baptist Church, 5240 Dogwood Drive in Milton, this Christmas season as Pastor William Milam leads the church through Advent. Aside from the Sunday advent services, the kids have been hard at… Continue reading Santa Rosa County Faith Calendar

What's Happening in Santa Rosa County

MILTON — Upcoming Santa Rosa County events and activities are as follows.  ANNOUNCEMENTS HURRICANE RELIEF: TALLAHASSEE — Volunteer Florida, the state's lead agency for mobilizing volunteers and coordinating donations before, during and after disasters, is promoting donations to the Florida Disaster Fund to support the thousands of Floridians affected by Hurricane Michael. The Florida Disaster Fund… Continue reading What's Happening in Santa Rosa County

Santa Rosa Community Briefs

MILTON — Here is a look at upcoming events in Santa Rosa County and surrounding areas. UPCOMING Upcoming Imogene Theatre shows MILTON — See upcoming performances at the Imogene Theatre, 6866 Caroline St below. Purchase tickets online at www.theimogenetheatre.com/buy-tickets-online. Call 678-754-3976 for details. Upcoming at the Panhandle Community Theatre PACE — The Panhandle Community Theatre… Continue reading Santa Rosa Community Briefs

Oscar Jackson Locklin, Sr

Oscar Jackson Locklin, Sr., “Daddy Jack,” “Grandaddy,” “Round Man,” passed from this life on December 3, 2018.
Born on June 17, 1928, at the corner of Stewart Street and Berryhill Road, “Jack” was …