Jan 19, 2016
Renowned authors join Crestview church's discussion series on gay Christians
CRESTVIEW — Starting next week, a local pastor will launch a discussion series that might make some members of his flock — and the community — squirm.
But that’s OK with the Rev. Michael Precht, of…
Jan 19, 2016
WILLIAMS: Northwest Florida gardeners can convert trash into garden treasure
Winter is an ideal time to convert garden, yard and kitchen debris into soil-enriching compost.
We can use much of our trash to make gardens more productive, which means more fresh produce to enjoy…
Jan 18, 2016
Crestview gospel sing highlights Protestant concert's 24th anniversary
CRESTVIEW — An evening of gospel singing is scheduled at a Crestview church.
Mount Zion African Methodist Episcopal Church will host the 24th anniversary of the Protestant Gospel Choirs Union gospe…
Jan 18, 2016
SHANKLIN: Think about sending financial 'valentines' to loved ones
Americans spent nearly $19 billion in Valentine's Day gifts last year, according to the National Retail Federation.
Much of this money went for gifts with short shelf lives, such as candy, flowers …
Jan 18, 2016
NITZEL: Crestview library bear hunt includes teddy bear tea
We’re going on a bear hunt! Bring your teddy bear, flashlight and six cookies to share Thursday, Jan. 28 to the Crestview Public Library.
We’ll gather in the Meeting Room between 6 and 6:30 p.m. We…
Jan 17, 2016
2 Crestview dinner theater performances scheduled
CRESTVIEW — Act4Murder has scheduled two local performances.
"Podunk Pandemonium" is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Feb. 6 at Samuel’s Roadhouse Grill, 114 John King Road in Crestview. Seating for the eve…
Jan 17, 2016
HELMS: To truly live, die to yourself and sin
"Biblical Demonology: A Study of Spiritual Forces at Work Today," by Merrill Unger, provides a rough translation of what we know about demons.
When Satan was cast out of heaven, he drew a third o…
Jan 15, 2016
Anti-religion group targets Laurel Hill School
The Okaloosa County School District has been called out again by the Freedom From Religion Foundation.
School board attorney Jeff McInnis received a letter from the Wisconsin-based group Wednesday …
Jan 15, 2016
Bridgeway celebrates 50 years providing mental health care in Crestview
CRESTVIEW — Mattie Williams' anxiety and anger were out of control. “I was way off,” she said. “I was bad. I was in trouble all the time.”
But two years of coping skills and anger management counse…
Jan 14, 2016
Crestview women's ministry schedules book study
CRESTVIEW — A local pastor is hosting a women's ministry event in Crestview.
The Rev. Darlene Haynes-Scheuermann is hosting a program by Dr. Vernette Rosier 11 a.m. Jan. 23 at the Kingdom Life Wors…