Get ready for Crestview’s Christmas Eve services
It is hard to believe, but Christmas is upon us. In just a few short days we will celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ.
We will also give gifts to show our love for one another and the love that God…
Let every heart prepare Him room
The author of this story is unknown and the tale has been told by many people throughout the years. [Editor’s Note: Perhaps Paul Harvey’s retelling of this tale, titled, "The Man and the Birds," is a…
Call result in Alabama ‘Edith Bunker’s revenge’
In the days just prior to the special election in Alabama, New York Times columnist Howell Raines profiled Odis and Mavinee Bishop, a Greatest Generation couple living in Arley, Alabama, who were spl…
4 tips to avoid those holiday blues
Christmas is the most depressing time of the year for many people. New Year's Eve is another difficult time.
There are lots of reasons why depression and suicide rates soar during these holidays. F…
Money that NFL commissioner diverted hasn't silenced players
In a Slate interview, the San Francisco 49ers’ Eric Reid said he’s been told the NFL is planning to allow owners to shift money pledged to other charitable campaigns, like breast cancer and Salute th…
Legislation brings unintended consequences for community colleges
Florida is fortunate to have state leaders who are eager to build upon the successes of the state’s highly performing college system.
System-wide enhancements that impact all 28 Florida colleges mu…
A look at the college football playoffs
Now that the cheers and tears are over and with all the bowl games and the playoffs out, this is the last of the football schedule we’ll do. It includes all the Southeastern Conference and the Atlant…
It is Christmastime — be kind
I am shocked and appalled by some of the malicious comments that I have read on social media about the horrific wildfires in Southern California.
Comments such as: "burn, baby, burn" or "who cares,…
Police chief’s wishes for a safe, secure holiday season
The holidays are upon us! It’s the most wonderful time of the year, to quote the old Christmas standard made popular by Andy Williams. But as you indulge in the "much mistletoeing" that Andy sang abo…
Have you found your Christmas spirit yet?
The Christmas season is here again. How’s your Christmas spirit? More to the point, what is it that kindles your Christmas spirit?
My Christmas spirit is more difficult to kindle this year than in …















