Jan 11, 2014
GUEST COLUMN: Help hospice patients, their families in 2014
As you are thinking about your New Year’s resolutions, I encourage you to make one of those resolutions to become a Covenant Hospice volunteer.
Jan 11, 2014
FROM THE PULPIT: You're not a god; there's only one God
A pastor teaching an adult class at Sunday school selected a middle-aged couple to act out the Old Testament's burning bush scene. The husband was asked to supply the voice for God; his wife would re…
Jan 7, 2014
EDITOR’S DESK: Kudos to Bulldogs battling toxic text-speak
Here is a passage of some Monday-evening text messages:
Jan 7, 2014
COMMENTARY: Newcomers, meet Crestview's "Welcoming Committee"
Today's editorial cartoon was inspired by our feature story on long-time locals' nicknames for North Okaloosa County landmarks
Jan 6, 2014
FROM THE PULPIT: Failing allows us to grow stronger in our faith
We are now one week into the new year. How well have you done with your New Year's resolutions? So far, so good?
Jan 2, 2014
LETTER: Restaurant should work to prevent traffic jams
New Years' resolution recommendation: What would it take to widen the road coming out of Krystal so that you can make a right turn without creating a traffic jam?
Dec 31, 2013
FROM THE PULPIT: A new year brings a fresh start
With the new year comes a sense of new beginnings. Resolutions, new plans and expectations are laid out to help better one's sense of well-being.
Dec 31, 2013
EDITOR'S DESK: Let cool heads, compassion prevail in 2014
Stop me if you've heard this one: A Baker woman and a young boy go to Twin Hills Park and spot a few geese. Next thing you know, the woman…
Dec 26, 2013
EDITOR'S DESK: Count your blessings (instead of gifts)
My favorite Christmas movie is the 1954 musical "White Christmas," starring Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye, Rosemary Clooney and Vera-Ellen.
Dec 24, 2013
FROM THE PULPIT: Hype, hyperbole, and Jesus
It comes around every year, although when it actually starts may vary. Does it really make a difference? Some say, "Absolutely!" Others say, "It’s just really annoying!"