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Bear – Wise – er

There is a bill on the Governor’s desk waiting to be signed. The state House gave final approval to a bill that would harden self-defense claims for people who kill bears on their property. The bill strictly spells out the restrictions of shooting a bear but does leave the door open for people who do. Summarily, the bill says people would not be penalized for killing bears if they “reasonably believed that his or her action was necessary to avoid an imminent threat of death or serious bodily injury to himself or herself or to another, an imminent threat of death or serious bodily injury to a pet or substantial damage to a dwelling.”

With Biden incapacitated, who’s running the country?

Easter is coming.  With a president of the United States who could hide his own Easter eggs and throw himself a surprise party, we deserve to know one simple thing: Who’s calling the shots in the White House? It is clearly under leftist Democrat rule.

ROADS, Roads, roads

A frequent question in Crestview: is anyone paying attention to the roads in this city?  With the parking lot on SR 85 during morning and afternoon rush hours, and other congestion on Live Oak, Old Bethel, PJ Adams, and others, this seems to be a valid question.  Hopefully, I can clear up some of the murkiness in understanding the various projects around the city. 

Acorn or bullet? Sheriff Aden issued a statement on the incident

While we know the agency is embarrassed by the recent body cam footage released showing a deputy’s use of deadly force after hearing a “pop” which turned out to be an acorn hitting the roof of his car, we are hopeful the entire agency takes a deeper dive in training and the sights, sounds and smells that can lead to deadly force – and situations like this.

Out and About

Sandi Kemp
December 21, 2023
I recently heard a sermon from my home church, First Baptist Orlando, that 100% inspired this column. I love Christmas for many reasons, but first and foremost because we are celebrating and recognizing the significance of the birth of Jesus. How does the world celebrate Christmas? By giving gifts and acts of kindness to one another to demonstrate our love for others.

Randy’s Report

Randy Dixon
March 18, 2024
Legendary Alabama football coach Nick Saban recently talked about his decision to retire and the factors that played into it.
Saban was torn between returning for the 2024 season and stepping down. He felt the Crimson Tide had all the key components needed to contend for another National Championship.

For God’s Sake: accept the word

Guest Columnist
March 14, 2024
Do you ever wonder if someone giving his or her life over to Christ, that is, becoming a Christian, actually makes a difference in their life? I mean, I have observed some people who have had a mountaintop experience, give their lives over to Jesus, and change their ways. But for some, the emotional experience lasts for a while, and over time they return to their previous ways.
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