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2015 UF/IFAS Extension Santa Rosa Master Gardener Training

If you have ever considered becoming a Master Gardener, now is the time! Master Gardeners are dedicated individuals who train in horticulture under extension faculty and then serve as volunteers in the community teaching research based information and the principles of Florida-friendly landscaping. Projects include assisting residents with their landscape problems, giving presentations to groups […]

Co-Ed Softball Tournament July 4th

My Father’s Arrows will host the annual July 4 co-ed softball tournament at the Bray-Hendricks City Park in Jay. Registration is $120 per team. Deadline to register is June 30. Call (850) 516-7874 for more information

Fireworks Safety

Santa Rosa County urges everyone to use caution and common sense when using fireworks over the Fourth of July holidays. Fireworks, while fun, can also be very dangerous. Residents are reminded that the only legal firework products allowed in the State of Florida should bear the wording “emits a fountain or shower of sparks.” Aerial […]

IMMUNIZATION CLINIC HOURS TEMPORARILY EXPANDED AT FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH MILTON LOCATION

Milton, FL – Due to severe damage caused by flooding, the Florida Department of Health in Santa Rosa County Midway location remains closed until further notice. Immunization Clinic hours at the health department’s main facility, 5527 Stewart Street in Milton, will be temporarily expanded from June 16 through August 14. Expanding clinic hours is an […]

CAREERSOURCE ESCAROSA AND PENSACOLA STATE COLLEGE PARTNER TO HOST ANNUAL SUMMER CAREER FAIR IN SANTA ROSA COUNTY

Community providers, CareerSource Escarosa and Pensacola State College, are partnering once again to host the Santa Rosa Summer Career Fair on Wednesday, June 18, from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. inside Building 4200 (Student Services) on the Pensacola State College Milton Campus located at 5988 Highway 90. This no-cost event is open to the public, […]

Alabama Blueberry Festival

34th. Annual Alabama Blueberry Festival Arts and Crafts – Food – Blueberries and Blueberry Bushes for Sale All Day Entertainment CAR SHOW Saturday, June 21th Downtown Brewton, AL Parking on grass and some shade trees available 8:00 a.m. – Awards 2:30 p.m. Registration Fee $25 Awards for Top 35 Awards for 14 Best……………… Contact Glen […]

Vacation Bible Schools get Underway

AS INFORMATION ON AREA VBS COMES IN, WE WILL POST ALL IN THIS AREA MT. CARMEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH- JAY June 23rd-27th, Time: 8:30-10:30 am. VBS will be loaded with fun and great music! Classes through 6th grade. To preregister go to. Www.groupvbspro.com/vbs/hl/MtCarmel JAY FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH would like to invite all area children from […]

June Events @ Your Library ®

Internet Safety Month @ your library® June is Internet Safety Month.  National Internet Safety Month brings an important opportunity to evaluate our online behaviors and identify better ways to increase online safety.  Stop by your library to pick up tip sheets and borrow resources about how to protect yourself on the Internet.     Partners […]

SANTA ROSA COUNTY RESIDENTS REMINDED TO TAKE PRECAUTIONS TO PREVENT MOSQUITO BORNE ILLNESSES

Milton, FL – Mosquitoes can cause more than annoying, itching bites. They can also carry illnesses like West Nile Virus, Eastern Equine Encephalitis, Saint Louis Encephalitis, and Dengue Fever. The Florida Department of Health in Santa Rosa County would like to remind residents of the importance of preventing mosquito bites to protect themselves from mosquito […]

Heather Hopkins Stout Selected as Physician Relations Management Liaison for Baptist Health Care

Baptist Health Care (BHC) has named Heather Hopkins Stout to serve as a physician relations management liaison for BHC. Stout has more than 12 years of experience working in the local health care market. In her new role, Stout is responsible for maintaining and analyzing regional physician demographics, while implementing programs designed to foster relationships […]