“John Daniel 'Dan' McKenzie, one of Milton’s and Santa Rosa County’s most well-known and respected residents, successful businessmen, dear friend, devoted husband, loving father and grandfather, died…
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'It really was a God thing'
PACE— Dylan Bradley is one of 23 umpire hopefuls to earn a spot in Minor League Baseball after seven weeks of training in South Florida.
The 25-year-old has lived in Pace since he was a toddler and…
'I just thank God I was there'
PENSACOLA — Congressman Matt Gaetz wants Petty Officer 1st Class Joseph Pellicano of Pace to receive credit for no small feat: helping to save a 17-month-old’s life.
Gaetz recognized Pellicano duri…
Santa Rosa County library events
MILTON — These library events are scheduled throughout Santa Rosa County. HARRY POTTER DAY: June 24, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Milton Library, 5541 Alabama St. Celebrate the 20th anniversary of “Harry Potter.” Dress up as your favorite “Harry Potter” character and enjoy “Harry Potter”-themed crafts and games. The Friends of the Milton Library will… Continue reading Santa Rosa County library events
What's Happening in Santa Rosa County
MILTON — Upcoming Santa Rosa County events and activities are as follows. SANTA ROSA WOMEN'S DEMOCRATIC CLUB MONTHLY MEETING: 1:30 p.m. June 26, Henderson Hall at St. Augustine's Episcopal Church, 7810 Navarre Parkway, Navarre. Guest speaker: Betty Wilson, Move to Amend. Topic: Move to Amend Local Initiative. Details: Margie Purkerson, 206-5884, margiep@bellsouth.net MILTON HIGH SCHOOL’S… Continue reading What's Happening in Santa Rosa County
7 adoptable pets in Santa Rosa County
Editor's Note: Each week, Santa Rosa County Animal Services and the Press Gazette will share photos and descriptions of several animals in need of immediate adoption. If you are interested in adoptin…
Free relationship classes available in July
MILTON — University of Florida trained instructors will teach couples some skills to increase love, manage stress, set financial goals, deal with differences and maintain friendship.
This free work…
5 things to do in Santa Rosa County
1. ENJOY LOCAL MUSIC. Bands on the Blackwater returns 7 p.m. June 23 on South Willing Street. The outdoor concert series, held Friday nights in downtown Milton, is free to attend. You can pull up a b…
Blueberry Bash returns June 24
MILTON — The Arc of the Emerald Coast Santa Rosa will present the 8th Annual Blueberry Bash on Saturday, June 24.
This event will include blueberry picking, a plant sale, live entertainment, over …
Great Scallop Search kicks off June 24
MILTON — Do you snorkel? Or have a boat, canoe or kayak and want to help determine if there are scallops in the Santa Rosa Sound and Big Lagoon?
Then you may enjoy the third annual Santa Rosa Sound…