Many who’d once hailed Jesus as their king turned against Him. They didn't realize Jesus’ persecution was part of God's plan for a sinful humanity’s redemption.
What was going through the minds …
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BONI: Cyrus was a pit bull who didn't have to die
The Atlantic calls law enforcement officers fatally shooting dogs an epidemic.
Reddit’s website has a section on “ Puppycide ,” or “an incident in which a law enforcement officer kills a pet dog.…
HUBBUB: Readers' thoughts on dog shooting fatality in Crestview
Editor's Note: The News Bulletin’s Facebook fans shared their thoughts on an Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office deputy fatally shooting a Crestview dog while investigating a report of criminal mischief…
BROADHEAD: Learn life lessons, but overcome past pain
Generally, people don’t like to dwell on painful memories. Most want to forget the difficult ending to a relationship, a betrayal or a loved one’s death. Such memories often cause heartache or anger …
DICKSON: North Okaloosa high school trends show athletes need a backup plan
I enjoy writing the “13 things” athlete spotlight feature for each midweek edition. The question-and-answer format helps me get to know more about athletes I cover, and it’s fun to learn about their …
CROSE: Palm Sunday lesson reminds us of some Crestview fickleness
The story of Palm Sunday shows humanity’s fickleness.
Jesus rides into Jerusalem on the back on a donkey and the crowds cry, "Hosanna! Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord," throwing dow…
HUBBUB: Readers' thoughts on Crestview traffic, Islam in textbooks
Editor's Note: Our website and Facebook fans shared their thoughts on Crestview development and a textbook the Okaloosa County School District removed from fifth-grade classrooms.
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DUNNING: Do your part to stop the spread of Zika virus
With news about the Zika virus spreading in Florida, now is the time to think about mosquito protection.
As the weather warms, mosquitoes hatch. Female Aedes aegypti mosquitoes lay their eggs in t…
HELMS: Learning from Bartimaeus’ example
In the book of Mark, chapter 10, beginning in the 46th verse, we read the story of Bartimaeus, a blind man whom Jesus healed.
Bartimaeus was begging for assistance for his livelihood; evidently, h…
SHANKLIN: Which IRA is better for younger workers?
If you're at the beginning of your career, you might not be thinking too much about the end of it.
But even younger workers should be aware of — and saving for — their eventual retirement.
And si…