Category: Editorials

I have always considered myself to be a pretty good uncle. I had a lot of fun with my two young nephews as they were growing up and now that they are…

Ten years ago my whole life changed. A wonderful friend had the courage to confront me about some junk in my life. I thought I had kept the edges tight enough, the…

I am not a big fan of Nike apparel. I am not one that spends extra money on something just for a particular logo. Wearing or owning a particular logo is not…

This morning I heard something on the news that made me pause for a moment before I poured my bowl of Captain Crunch (topped with fresh blueberries, my favorite). I heard a…

After many hours in the heat this weekend, I stood back and looked at my yard with such pride and satisfaction. There is nothing like seeing the results of all my hard…

As we celebrate the Fourth of July this Thursday, let’s not think of this day as just another holiday and a day to get off work, play and have fun. Let’s remember…

Nelson A. Pryor: Guest Columnist Do you have a big idea? Well, Albert H. Small does. Today, Small is a 93-year old D. C. developer and philanthropist who thinks all Americans should…

Some of you may have seen me around town over the past few weeks and you may have noticed I have a little bit of a new look. Due to the upcoming…

As a part of our summer kids program, Jeanne, our fearless leader, has been creating a mission-focused craft for the kids to complete and then deliver each week. This week, we had…

There are times when I really struggle to find something brilliant to say during our weekly visits. That may sound incredible to you, but it is true. I find myself wrestling with…

I heard a phrase the other day that I had not heard. The term was “free range parenting.” I’ve heard the term “free range chickens” before. In fact, we have a pair…

My youngest has been carrying around a tiny, little bear in a crocheted hat for the past couple of days. “Shhhh,” he whispers, “Baby Bear is asleep in his nest.” Last night,…

Before he died in 1994, I got to know Congressman Bob “He-Coon” Sikes pretty well. He represented West Florida in Congress from 1940-1977. When first elected, his congressional district stretched from the…

I have a news flash for anyone who hasn’t wandered outside in the last couple of weeks. It has been hot! It reminds me of a story my grandfather used to tell…

Our preacher, displayed the Bible verse of Matthew 5:21-22, during Sunday morning worship. 21 Ye have heard that it was said of them of old time, Thou shalt not kill; and whosoever…

As we studied Luke 2:43-51 Sunday evening, I got stuck on the part that says, “And his mother treasured all these things in her heart.” As Mary, I’m sure, stopped very often…

During the course of my days here at the newspaper, I have opportunities to see, hear and witness some interesting stories. Some of these stories make me laugh. Some of these stories…

Most folks working or volunteering with the 4-H program know that they are making a difference in the lives of the youth they serve. Connecting 4-H participation to the overall goal of…