Senator Greg Evers supports gas bill passage
“Today, SB 320/HB 4001 to repeal the mandate that fuel available for sale in Florida be blended overwhelmingly passed the Florida Senate and is on its way to the Governor,” said Senator Greg Evers. “…
Last minute attempt to deregulate trauma care harms Floridians
In large states such as Florida, it is essential to carefully develop a statewide trauma care network that ensures our citizens have access to timely, life-saving care delivered by highly-trained spe…
Who Does Volunteering Really Help?
There is a misconception about volunteering. Many think that volunteering is about giving your time to help an organization or a group with a special project or a need; that the focus of the volunte…
Alstott, Anthony: Character and Sportsmanship Not Worth Risking for High School Free Agency
During our five years as teammates with the Tampa Bay Bucs, we forged a bond that will endure the rest of our lives. That’s what happens when you dedicate yourselves to a common goal and know you can…
A Minority view BY Walter E. Williams
Professor Craig Frisby is on the faculty of University of Missouri's Department of Educational, School and Counseling Psychology. His most recent book is "Meeting the Psychoeducational Needs of Minor…
Memorial Howard Lloyd Stewart, Sr.
A year ago, on April 15, 2012, my dad died. The last lucid conversation I had with him was on Easter. We spoke, but he didn't sound right, so I had him put my aunt on the phone and she told me his ch…
Government officials selfish
All great civilizations, since recorded time, have collapsed due to internal corruption and self-serving greed. A case could be made for the U.S. Congress and White House occupants.
Not only are…
Summer Time Shouldn’t be Hungry Time Help Feed Hungry Kids through USDA’s Summer Food Service Progra
In the midst of winter/spring, it can be easy to forget those long, hot days of June, July, and August. Even so, now is the time to start applying and planning to feed hungry children when the schoo…
Speak Out – March 30, 2013
Monday, March 25
This is in reference to the March 23, Saturday letter to the editor from Chad Mattson. First of all I would like to thank you for helping people with your letter and your idea of …
I am for the child
I am the Recruiter for the Guardian Ad Litem Program. The program strives to serve all the children in Santa Rosa County but often times we come up short. This event, The Forgotten Child, memorialize…