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Santa Rosa Beach · Santa Rosa Beach

Santa Rosa County Commission Meeting Preview: August 11 | Santa Rosa Press Gazette

Pace High School fireworks The school district recently prohibited the launching of fireworks on school property, putting an end to a long-held Pace High School tradition. However, residents aren’t letting the fireworks go down without a fight. The Cutting Board owner Steve Gregory submitted a formal letter requesting permission to use the county-owned land/holding pond near Pace Library “for the purpose of launching a small, professional firewo…See the Story

DeFuniak Springs · DeFuniak Springs

DFS airport project expected to create nearly 500 jobs for the area

State and local officials joined the City of DeFuniak Springs August 1 for a ribbon cutting ceremony at the DeFuniak Springs Municipal Airport. Chipley mayor, Tracy Andrews, attended the ceremony to show regional support for the project. “We’re all about regional support; any win to the region is a win for us all,” states Andrews. Airport officials state the terminal is a key part of the expansion project, with additional construction plans to…Read Article

Baseball · Santa Rosa Beach

Messer sees recruiting process pay off with baseball opportunity | Santa Rosa Press Gazette

“The recruiting process was a struggle. I didn’t know what to post or what camps or showcases to go to, but my parents always believed I would find some place to go,” Messer said. “All I wanted to do was play baseball somewhere, and now I have the opportunity to.” Messer is coming off a senior campaign where he helped lead the Panthers to the regional tournament. He finished with 10 hits and scored 18 runs. There are a lot of reasons for his suc…Read Article

Year two on football field is ahead for Makos | Santa Rosa Press Gazette

“We went from 48 players last year to having 77 out here now,” Wilson said. “It goes with our mission of giving these guys an opportunity to continue playing the game they love, get the film and help them move on if they desire to.” The Makos have nearly 80 players on the roster and begin their season Aug. 30 with a game at home against South Georgia. All home games will be played at the Lighthouse Private Christian Academy campus on New Hope Ro…Santa Rosa Beach · Santa Rosa Beach Read Article

Council on Aging cuts free meal program to four days a week | Santa Rosa Press Gazette

How it works The senior meal program—also called the congregate dining site program—offers a free, hot midday meal for anyone 60 or older. To enroll, all someone has to do is call the council’s office to reserve a meal for the next day and answer a few questions for enrollment. Unlike Meals on Wheels or other in-home services, the dining program does not require an eligibility assessment that moves through the state bureaucracy. Once someone cal…Santa Rosa Beach · Santa Rosa Beach Read Article

Milton’s Walmart Neighborhood Market holds grand opening | Santa Rosa Press Gazette

The ceremony The festivities began at 7:30 a.m., with the Milton High School Black and Gold band performing for the gathered crowd of hundreds. As the music blared through the air, parents and children kept arriving, filing into the line that would be let in when the doors opened. Store manager Bernadette Ogletree spoke at the event, expressing her appreciation for her team members and the new location. “I’m proud to open our door right here in …Santa Rosa Beach · Santa Rosa Beach Read Article

SecAF visits Asia-Pacific to strengthen alliances, assess readiness | Santa Rosa Press Gazette

Secretary of the Air Force Public Affairs Meink’s visit underscores the United States’ ongoing commitment to its allies and partners across all warfighting domains. It emphasizes the Department of the Air Force’s role in enhancing regional security through integrated operations. “The United States remains committed to deterring potential threats in the Asia-Pacific,” Meink said. “This trip reinforces the Department of the Air Force’s commitment …Santa Rosa Beach · Santa Rosa Beach Read Article

Team USA dreaming big at Weber's Skate World | Santa Rosa Press Gazette

“It’s all pretty hard,” Weber said. “But it’s fun, too. You just have find that balance between the work and the fun.” This is Weber’s second year on Team USA. Jazzmyn Foster is headed into her eighth year with the team. “The morning practices are tough, especially the sprints,” Foster said. “I like the night practices a lot better. The track is cooler.” Weber and Foster are two of the eight local skaters who are on Team USA. They enjoy getting …Santa Rosa Beach · Santa Rosa Beach Read Article

Griffith among kickers named to Fred Mitchell Award Watch List | Santa Rosa Press Gazette

The list features kickers from FCS, Division II and Division III schools who excel at their position and are community-minded individuals. The award is named after a long-time Chicago Tribune sports columnist who played at Wittenberg and set the NCAA record for career points by a kicker in 1968. The award winner will be announced in December. Griffith is headed into his junior season and is coming off a sophomore campaign where he set a school r…Santa Rosa Beach · Santa Rosa Beach Read Article

8/21 - Santa Rosa Beekeepers Association Meeting | Santa Rosa Press Gazette

Join every month for a delightful potluck dinner before the meeting. It’s a wonderful opportunity to socialize, share experiences, and connect with fellow beekeepers while enjoying a variety of delicious dishes.Santa Rosa Beach · Santa Rosa Beach Read Article

8/20 - Organized Mass Chaos – The Ultimate After-Revival Throwdown | Santa Rosa Press Gazette

Right after the last night of Church Revival, Pine Terrace is going all in with shaving cream, wild games, and non-stop, high-energy fun. It’s going to be messy, it’s going to be chaotic, and it’s going to be amazing.Santa Rosa Beach · Santa Rosa Beach Read Article

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Top Walton County, Florida News

Santa Rosa County Commission Meeting Preview: August 11 | Santa Rosa Press Gazette

DFS airport project expected to create nearly 500 jobs for the area

Messer sees recruiting process pay off with baseball opportunity | Santa Rosa Press Gazette

Year two on football field is ahead for Makos | Santa Rosa Press Gazette

Council on Aging cuts free meal program to four days a week | Santa Rosa Press Gazette

Milton’s Walmart Neighborhood Market holds grand opening | Santa Rosa Press Gazette

SecAF visits Asia-Pacific to strengthen alliances, assess readiness | Santa Rosa Press Gazette

Team USA dreaming big at Weber's Skate World | Santa Rosa Press Gazette

Griffith among kickers named to Fred Mitchell Award Watch List | Santa Rosa Press Gazette

8/21 - Santa Rosa Beekeepers Association Meeting | Santa Rosa Press Gazette

8/20 - Organized Mass Chaos – The Ultimate After-Revival Throwdown | Santa Rosa Press Gazette

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Year two on football field is ahead for Makos | Santa Rosa Press Gazette

Council on Aging cuts free meal program to four days a week | Santa Rosa Press Gazette

Milton’s Walmart Neighborhood Market holds grand opening | Santa Rosa Press Gazette

SecAF visits Asia-Pacific to strengthen alliances, assess readiness | Santa Rosa Press Gazette

Team USA dreaming big at Weber's Skate World | Santa Rosa Press Gazette

Griffith among kickers named to Fred Mitchell Award Watch List | Santa Rosa Press Gazette

8/21 - Santa Rosa Beekeepers Association Meeting | Santa Rosa Press Gazette

8/20 - Organized Mass Chaos – The Ultimate After-Revival Throwdown | Santa Rosa Press Gazette