I am writing this as a fellow Santa Rosa County resident supporting impact fees for our schools.
Phil Hoffman and I are two of the founding members of SRC Voters Against Overcrowded Roads & Schools…
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Replacing the courthouse — start planning, arguing now
I have to thank my sweetheart, Amanda for kicking my butt into better dental health, especially since I’m a Type 1 diabetic. Now, I’m using an electric tooth brush and a water pick. I’ve lost some gu…
Grads, don't worry — but plan for success
We may only be 11 days into May, but let me be the first to say congratulations to all you 2019 graduates. It feels appropriate that “Avengers: Endgame” came out so close to this season. Because grad…
Make history at the old courthouse
If there’s one thing Milton takes pride in — other than small-town charm and the Blackwater River — it’s history. And between a new courthouse going up on Avalon Boulevard and the Florida Department …
The impact of impact fees
At the writing of this column, the Santa Rosa County School District board is preparing to vote whether or not to ask the county commission to bring back impact fees to fund new school construction. …
Football can be exciting – and safe
Any body in motion is of course susceptible to injury. We human beings hurt ourselves walking into doors, stepping on an escalator or casting a fishing line. You’ve probably seen such examples on Fac…
National Vietnam War Veterans Day – saying little, meaning much
March 29 was National Vietnam War Veterans Day, a federally recognized day honoring those who served and died in the Vietnam War, signed into law by President Donald Trump on March 28, 2017.
What c…
Coffee — an oasis of human fellowship
Perhaps I’ve overstated this, but a recent visit to a local coffee shop, Mama Lattes on Stewart Street, left me with this thought. I observed three interesting things while I was there.
A gentleman…
No one is above reproach
Everyone should be held accountable for his or her actions, but it’s human nature to have different expectations and standards for different people.
We roll our eyes and laugh when the post shows u…
SPEAK OUT: Readers question Santa Rosa commissioner's bear remarks
Many readers questioned Santa Rosa Commissioner Bob Cole's comments concerning bears. Here are featured comments from our Speak Out hotline, discussions on www.srpressgazette.com and its sister websi…