Visitors to Melrose Heritage Park can enjoy a day in the enclosure of the gazebo or among the shade of several massive oak trees, while children run around the central fountain and through the playground. They can also shop at a”Multi-Market” farmer’s market, which occurs periodically with vendors selling crafts, art, …

Despite health concerns raised by some residents of Melrose, Florida over new wireless-emitting smart meter, experts assure they are safe and a benefit because they eliminates the need for utility employees to drive to residential homes and businesses to record electricity use.

The people of Melrose are mourning the loss of 'Big Irma,' a cherished oak tree that fell during Hurricane Irma. Local residents had hope to save the tree, but Putnam County, which maintains and operates Melrose Heritage Park, where the tree stood, had it removed for liability concerns.