Sep 29, 2015
DICKSON: Not my idea of football
A funny thing recently happened to me. I covered a football game and it ended up with a basketball-like score.
Baker School’s 65-48 loss to Walton would have been a nice score for basketball, but i…
Sep 28, 2015
SHANKLIN: Tips for setting — and pursuing — financial goals
You can get lucky by finding a parking meter with time left on it.
You can “luck out” by having nice weather on your vacation.
You can even be lucky at love.
But when it comes to financial matt…
Sep 24, 2015
BROADHEAD: People disappoint, but God remains faithful
Everyone has been hurt or wounded — whether physically, emotionally or spiritually. The lasting effects can be devastating.
Those hurt physically may carry scars the rest of their lives, a constant…
Sep 23, 2015
CROSE: Autumn — and wreath crafting season — are here
Autumn has officially arrived, and the weather has finally cooled some.
My collies — who spent most of the hot summer in the house — love playing in the backyard again. I enjoy watching them frolic…
Sep 21, 2015
DREADEN: Chilton free auto repair support available online
If you have an older car, you need access to authoritative auto repair guides to save money by doing work yourself and to understand “mechanic-speak!”
With the city's new budget year, the Crestvie…
Sep 21, 2015
Crestview neighborhoods showing support for those who protect and serve (PHOTOS)
CRESTVIEW — During these uncertain times, local law enforcement officers can be sure of one thing: they have friends in Crestview.
PHOTOS: http://bit.ly/1OLPwyd
As the nation debates relations be…
Sep 21, 2015
SHANKLIN: Short-term vs. long-term investments — here's the difference
At various times, many people may feel frustrated by the their investments' performance.
For example, they expect growth, and they don’t get it — or they think their investment's value won’t fluctu…
Sep 21, 2015
DUNNING: Tracking Florida's early native plant uses
September's fourth Friday is set aside to honor and celebrate Native Americans.
So on Sept. 25, let’s reflect on how Northwest Florida tribes used plants native to the area. This science is referr…
Sep 18, 2015
BROADHEAD: Let your speech convey God's greatness
Verbal communication has three components: words, tone and body language.
Words make up 7 percent of the message; tone makes up 38 percent; and body language makes up 55 percent. When all three com…
Sep 18, 2015
CROSE: Mid-Bay Bridge Authority should explain tolls
While I realize the Mid-Bay Bridge doesn't affect all of us in Crestview, it seems most of us go to Destin at one time or another and many use the bypass and bridge.
Alas, the Mid-Bay Bridge Autho…