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GOP Candidate Doug Chico speaking at a Walton County Republican meeting. He is the youngest member of the crowded candidate field ahead of August’s primary

Navy veteran, sixth-generation Northwest Floridan enters crowded GOP primary for Florida’s 1st Congressional District

Doug Chico didn’t plan to run for Congress. The 35-year-old Navy veteran and sixth-generation Northwest Florida native said he’d rather spend more time with his family. But a local surveillance camera rollout last fall set him on a path to challenge incumbent Rep. Jimmy Patronis in the August Republican primary for Florida’s 1st Congressional District.

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Jack’s Family Restaurants to open first Florida location in Milton

Jack’s Family Restaurants will open its first Florida location on March 23 in Milton, marking the chain’s first entry into the Sunshine State with a southern-inspired menu and opening day promotion for early risers.

Boil water notice issued for parts of Garcon Point

A precautionary boil water notice has been issued for portions of the Bagdad–Garcon Point Water System following a water main break and loss of pressure, officials said.

Milton launches Yard of the Season recognition program

The City of Milton is asking residents to nominate standout properties for a new Yard of the Season program designed to recognize attractive and creative yards across the community.

Pause in place on NJROTC cadets in county wearing uniforms

Navy Junior ROTC cadets in Santa Rosa County and other areas have been told not to wear their uniforms as a result of instruction from NJRTOC headquarters, which falls under Naval Service Training Command.

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Pace’s boys soccer team claims another academic state crown

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Milton launches Yard of the Season recognition program

Shoutout to unnamed very caring individuals

My husband and I were waiting outside a local restaurant to meet friends for dinner. We observed a woman holding the arm of a man with a cane. He was having great difficulty stepping down from the curb to get to his vehicle. It appeared that he might have been recovering from a stroke. My husband walked over to assist them. The three were quickly joined by other adults, young and old. After awhile, the group was able, with care and patience, to help him step off the curb and to his vehicle.

Shoutout to Co-Workers

Priscilla W. is giving a shoutout to BURNS and MCRAE. You guys are awesome to work with. I love working with you guys. We work great as a team!!!

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Sheriff’s rodeo draws record crowd, aims to raise event record for employee support fund

The Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office’s annual rodeo drew its largest crowd to date March 14, as officials say the growing event continues to strengthen community ties while raising money to support deputies and staff in times of need.

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Pace’s boys soccer team claims another academic state crown

Pace’s boys soccer team has repeated as FHSAA 6A academic state champions.

The Patriots earned the honor for the second year in a row, sporting a 3.534 team GPA.