Candid Florida

When I’d heard (thanks to the Pensacola News-Journal’s Twitter stream) about the fire in downtown Milton, I was very distressed. The historic downtown here is one of Florida’s finest, and the fire broke out in the heart of it, putting the Imogene Theatre at risk. This multi-story theater was also home to the local historical museum. On my drive out to Pensacola, I swung through Milton to assess the damage. The adjoining buildings were a total loss, but the Imogene was saved, thanks to the diligent efforts of the local firefighters. Milton isn’t far off I-10, and is worth the jog on your drive to or from Pensacola to visit the art galleries, antique shops, historic sites, and the riverwalk along the Blackwater River.