On 2-28-16 at approximately 1:20 pm, Deputies with the Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office responded to a battery complaint which was called in by passing motorists. The incident occurred at the exit 28 Milton overpass of Interstate 10. Several Deputies responded to an ongoing altercation in which 2 groups of individuals were seeking each other […]
A cold weather shelter for the homeless or heatless will open Saturday, Feb. 27 at Ferris Hill Baptist Church, 6848 Chaffin St. in Milton. Those who would like to stay at the shelter must arrive between 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. No one will be admitted after 8:30 p.m. unless brought in by law enforcement. The […]
Dr. Charles Snyder was a specialist in positive psychology and is best known for his work on hope and forgiveness. His theory of hope emphasized goal-directed thinking and that active hope in a person’s life correlates with increased joy, laughter, self-confidence, and positive coping mechanisms. He also wrote the book, “The Psychology of […]
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Daelin Isaiah Joe Mathis was born on February 15, 2016 but the Lord was looking for a perfect angel, so the Lord called him home on February 17, 2016. Left to cherish his memory are his parents, Trista Mickeal Kent and Brandon Joshua Mathis; brother, Draven Richard David Bell and twin brother, Daniel Tyler Noah […]
Michael Eugene Holland, “Nancy”, 60, of Jay, passed away suddenly on Monday, February 22, 2016. He was born November 27, 1955 to Max and Peggy Dean Holland. He was a lifelong resident of Jay, Florida. Mike was born into a farming family and was the apple of his Granny and Granddaddy’s eye. Mike could drive […]
Santa Rosa County Severe Weather Update #2 February 23 – 11 p.m. Current Weather Status There continues to be a risk of severe weather until 3 a.m. High surf is expected along the coast (5-8 ft. surf heights through Wednesday). Residents are strongly encouraged to stay inside. Flash flood watch still in effect. Damage Assessments […]
Mr. Larry Timothy Hammonds, age 54 of Flomaton, AL passed away on Monday, February 22, 2016 at his home. Mr. Hammonds was born in Atmore, AL and was a lifetime member of the Flomaton community where he worked as a Police Chief for the Poarch Creek Indian Tribe. He was a member of Little Escambia […]
Demolition: Absolutely no demolition will be allowed in Town of Century limits until next Monday, February 29, 2016 to allow time for removal of storm related debris. Demolition permits are required!!! Permitting update: All repair work and demolition will require issuance of an approved Town of Century Land Use Certificate and a building permit. Beginning […]
Due to this evening’s inclement weather, Jay High School has cancelled all sporting events scheduled for today.
