Jan 18, 2019
Seek common ground instead of discord
You/me. Us/them. We/they. After I got done reading the newspapers this morning I found myself reflecting that many things in our society seem to be based on a contest.
In our nation, the political…
Jan 18, 2019
North Okaloosa County Faith Calendar
UPCOMING
First Baptist of Crestview to host pastor retirement reception
CRESTVIEW — A reception honoring the work done by the Rev. Alan Kilgore, who retired Dec. 23, is scheduled.
The ceremony…
Jan 16, 2019
Upcoming yard sale will help purchase autism service dog
CRESTVIEW — A neighborhood has banded together on a county level to assist a local family raising funds for a service dog.
Amanda and Travis Denis have four children between them: Mick, 17; Eli, 5…
Jan 11, 2019
The meaning behind the scripture 'I have called you by name'
One of my recommended Bible readings for tomorrow is from the prophet Isaiah. In Chapter 43, verse 1, the Lord says, “Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are min…
Jan 4, 2019
Celebrating the 12 days of Christmas
Did you notice how early the Christmas displays went up in stores this past year? I saw the first display in September.
Did you notice when people started decorating their homes? Many did it Thanks…
Jan 2, 2019
Grant fuels University of Florida nursing, dental colleges’ project for underserved patients
GAINESVILLE — With the help of a grant from the Florida Blue Foundation, two University of Florida colleges will collaborate on a novel project to improve health care for vulnerable populations while…
Dec 31, 2018
3 tips for making changes in your life
In just a few days we will usher in a new year. New Year’s Eve often is rife with parties and celebrations. Some people have wild parties, others will watch the “ball drop” on television. Still other…
Dec 24, 2018
University of Florida gets kratom research grant
GAINESVILLE — The National Institute on Drug Abuse has awarded researchers at the University of Florida College of Pharmacy a two-year, $3.5 million grant to bolster research on Mitragyna speciosia, …
Dec 24, 2018
Local minister hopes to open homeless shelter in Crestview
CRESTVIEW — When Rev. Dr. Charles E. Salis Jr decided to start Bright Futures Ministries, he had one Bible verse on his mind — Matthew chapter 25, verse 35.
“For I was hungry, and you fed me. I was…
Dec 24, 2018
Situation worsens for Crestview family in need
CRESTVIEW — This was going to be a notice that a local family who requested help getting food and bills paid after an Oct. 31 car accident. However, things went from bad to worse Dec. 20 when the fam…