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BROADHEAD: Focus on God's blessings, stay positive
If you only pay attention to the internet, social media or news, you might think there’s more and more going wrong in this world, and less and less going right.
True, this world has numerous proble…
DICKSON: School officials make right call on weather
The adage, “Everyone talks about the weather, but nobody does anything about it" wasn’t true last week as severe weather targeted Okaloosa County.
Local school officials couldn't change the storm's…
CROSE: Focusing on what Crestview does offer
When I am about town, I hear complaints about what we don't have in Crestview.
There is a strong desire for better traffic flow, which is certainly needed, as well as specific national restaurants…
SHANKLIN: Should you retire in 'stages'?
For many people, the concept of retirement can be scary, both emotionally and financially.
If you, too, feel somewhat anxious about what awaits you, you might feel more comfortable in knowing that,…
HELMS: Controlled burns are a reminder of God's word
During controlled burns, an all-consuming fire clears underbrush, giving trees a better chance of remaining healthy; it also allows new growth to quickly come back as food for small animals.
Such …
TIU: Capitalizing on sustainable tourism in Okaloosa County
The majority of visitors to Okaloosa County come for our most popular natural resources, the beach and ocean. However, our county has so much more to offer and visitors and residents are often not a…
ROBINSON: Remembering the Gulf War
Editor's Note : This originally appeared in the Destin Log in 2001 and the News Bulletin in 2010.
The writer, the News Bulletin's circulation manager, has since updated it.
I arrived in Dhahran, …
BROADHEAD: Weigh temptations against scripture
During Lent, Christians can reflect on ways we have given in to temptation and put a barrier between us and God.
Everyone deals with various temptations, and Satan tailor-makes temptations for each…
DICKSON: Playing sports is worth the risks
People often raise concerns about dangers associated with some sports, especially football. They talk about concussions and other life-changing injuries.
At times, it seems as if we want our athlet…