Gulf Coast Incident Hub

Reassuring update from Milton's Peach Drive incident:

• Accidental shooting injured one man Thursday ~6:30 p.m.
• Victim conscious and alert,...

Urgent community alert: Milton PD needs tips on a hit-and-run injuring a child walking to school Thursday morning (7:30-8 a.m.) at Berryhill Road &...

Critical safety risks exposed in North Florida: Truckers unable to read signs or speak English pulled from service.

• High-speed danger: Signs flash...

The Milton area community bids farewell to Becka Scelza, who passed into heaven on March 15, 2026, surrounded by loving family. To know Becka was to love her—her loving, giving heart was a joyful gift to all.

Homicide Indictment

• 🔥 Milton Mother Indicted: A Santa Rosa County grand jury indicted April Oliva for first-degree murder after she allegedly...

• New Chief's push: Jennifer Frank, Milton's first female chief, has boosted training after nearly a year leading MPD.
• Training in action: Recent...

Grand jury indicts April Oliva on first-degree murder for killing daughter Valerie in their Nowling Drive home.

• Stabbed child 40 times, including...

Milton Obituaries

• 🔥 Callah Jean Moberly (2026-2026): Infant passed away on March 11, 2026, in Milton, FL.

Atmore Shooting Arrest

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• Incident: Early Saturday, Ivory Bogan, 19, fired shots into vehicle with 3 occupants (one known to him) at Bragg Street Apartments; rounds hit but...

Milton, FL families are heartbroken over the passing of Callah Jean Moberly, an infant born and lost in 2026, who died on March 11. Sympathy messages pour in for her loved ones.

Milton residents, with heavy hearts, Lydia Young of Milton, FL passed away on March 17, 2026 at age 78. Leave a sympathy message.

Atmore Safety Programs

• 🔥 Project Eye Expansion: Atmore Police Department is expanding Project Eye to register business and residential security...

Federal crackdown alert for Milton: 27-year-old Terrell Parker indicted March 19 for possession with intent to distribute over 40 grams...

Atmore residents see real safety gains from dual efforts:

• Community outreach shines: Violent crimes plunged 63.9% in 2025 vs. 2024; 2nd annual Take...

Glenda D. Taylor obituary published in The Atmore Advance, serving the Atmore community. Full details behind subscription.

Health alerts for Milton diners: Recent inspections hit local spots hard.

• Cisco's (6565 SW Caroline St) temporarily closed March 10 for 11...

Milton Obituaries

• 🔥 Christopher Lee Bingham: Christopher Lee Bingham, 64, lifelong resident of Milton, FL, passed away on March 11, 2026.
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Milton, FL bids farewell to Douglas George Depew (1940-2026). Celebrate his life, read the obituary, share memories, and express condolences.

Christopher Lee Bingham, a lifelong resident of Milton, FL, passed away on March 11, 2026 at age 64. Born December 8, 1961, he was the son of Marie Bingham.

Local freeze alert: Warning from 1 a.m. to 8 a.m. Wednesday across southwest Alabama, northwest Florida. Temps drop to 29°F in inland areas like...