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The Milton Hope Squad works on a rock painting activity after school.
LaQuentin Longmire understands the toll mental health struggles can take on a person. He’s been there.

But as part of the Hope Squad at Milton High, Longmire has a chance to help others who are on the road he once traveled on.


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Man charged with DUI for wreck on Blake Lane that caused property damage to two residences

A 37-year-old Santa Rosa County man was charged with DUI after causing an accident that resulted in property damage to two residences near Blake Lane, according to Florida Highway Patrol.

County commissioners thank Senator Broxson

On Monday, the Santa Rosa Board of County Commissioners read a proclamation thanking Senator Doug Broxson for all he’s done for the county over his time in the legislature.

Broxson, who is term-limited, has served in the Florida Senate since 2016, representing Santa Rosa, Okaloosa and Escambia counties. He also previously served four years in the Florida House of Representatives.

Reserve group returning to the skies

Tyndall Air Force Base —  The 44th Fighter Group, Air Force Reserve, conducted their first flying Unit Training Assembly at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, April 6, 2024, since returning to Tyndall. This training proved valuable for the pilots and maintainers by giving them hands-on experience with F-35A Lightning II’s and their first local sortie since departing Tyndall prior to Hurricane Michael.

Old Bagdad Highway crash leads to pedestrian death

A 40-year-old woman was killed Friday, April 11, when the driver, 46, of an SUV struck the pedestrian. The incident occurred around 8:40 p.m.

United Way of West Florida celebrates a century of service

A century is quite a milestone. For United Way of West Florida, it’s a history they are proud to continue.

United Way of West Florida (UWWF), formerly known as United Way of Escambia County, is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2024. The nonprofit organization serves Escambia and Santa Rosa counties.


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Sports

Pace beach volleyball team optimistic about future

Pace had quite a first season in beach volleyball.
The Patriots not only finished the season with a winning record, but they also played in the District 1-1A tournament.

Congrats to our Athletes and Students of the Week!


Navarre family finds kidney for son in dad

“An answered prayer.” That’s how Austyn Evans describes knowing her two-year-old son, Conrad, now has a kidney after an agonizing search for a donor. Although the search took them from Northwest Florida to Texas and then to Georgia, the donor turned out to be closer to home (in fact, the donor lives in their home).

Giant flag debate headed to tourism council

Whether Santa Rosa County flies Florida’s tallest American flag depends on where it would be installed.

March 23 event promises to bring slice of Japan to Santa Rosa County

When most people want to experience an authentic experience in another culture, they usually have to get on a plane and fly far away to a foreign destination. For those northwest Floridians looking to explore Japanese culture, you need only hop in your car and drive to St. Sylvester Catholic Church (6464 Gulf Breeze Parkway).

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