Most of you are making last-minute preparations, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.
But between all those things, please allow me to take a moment to wish you and yours a very M…
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NITZEL: Free children's learning resource available at Crestview library
ABCmouse.com , a multiple award-winning Early Learning Academy, is new to the Crestview Public Library’s Youth area.
It is the most comprehensive learning resource for 2- to 7-year-olds and up, and…
CROSE: Remembering the Christmas story
It is the story that began over 2,000 years ago, with an emperor who demanded a census so he could tax his citizens.
Just like today's governments, which always want taxes.
Although Mary was very…
SHANKLIN: When opportunity knocks, open the door
If you've been around long-time investors, you'll probably hear them say, ruefully, "If only I had gotten in on the ground floor of such-and-such computer or social media company, I'd be rich today."…
SAUNDERS: Anti-Muslim sentiment saddens Crestview resident
My name is Yasmin. My husband got stationed here at Eglin Air Force base three years ago.
I am a Muslim woman, and I'm married to a Christian man.
I was born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana.…
BONI: Finding the holiday in your heart
Some years, I can't get into the Christmas spirit.
Perhaps it's hearing the same songs for as long as I can remember — over and over and over again. "There's no place like home for the holidays." "…
DICKSON: Looking for former athletes
In the past couple of months, I’ve had the opportunity to touch base with a number of former local athletes for various stories.
That got me thinking about where other former athletes might be. It’…
HUBBUB: Lower Main Street buildings' rent, re-thinking the 'war on Christmas'
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HELMS: Seek God's gifts for others
In the book of Genesis, we read about Abraham, who desires a wife for his son, Isaac. He sends his trusted servant to find her.
We are told that this servant had all the riches that belonged to Ab…
SHANKLIN: Retirement, succession plans are 'must haves' for business owners
If you own a business, you may well follow a "do it now" philosophy — which is, of course, necessary to keep things running smoothly.
Still, you also need to think about tomorrow— which means you'l…