County still combating West Nile virus

The Santa Rosa County Health Department continues its mosquito-borne virus alert. An additional case of human West Nile Virus (WNV) has been reported, bringing the total number to three. The possibil…

Commissioner meets with Rotarians

The Rotary Club of Milton welcomed county commissioner Bob Cole to its weekly luncheon. Commissioner Cole update the Club on the current status of the courthouse situation and the need to replace it …

Speak Out question clarified

I read in your Speak Out column in the September 21 issue that one of your readers had a misconception about a meeting held at the Russell Center at Locklin Technical Center. I would like to offer cl…

Meth lab uncovered in Navarre

Three people were arrested after Santa Rosa County sheriff’s deputies discovered a meth lab in a mobile home off U.S. Highway 98 late Thursday afternoon. Two people arrived at the home at 5361 Stagec…

Runyon's sweep Run for Water

Aaron and Jeannie Runyon stole the show at the first ever Run for Water 5K in Pace on Saturday. The Runyon's took the top male and female honors in the run, which got underway at 7:30 a.m. at Pace Co…