Just a reminder, now is the time to be listening to presidential forums and debates, so we can be as informed as possible. Through prayer, listening and the guidance of the Holy Spirit, we can be prepared to know how to vote when Election Day comes. Do remember to pray that God will send us godly candidates who will seek His will as they guide this great country. Let us all remember that each of us have a responsibility for our nation. The Bible tells us to watch as well as pray. As I watched a Republican presidential forum on channel three, I was encouraged by several of their platforms. They were discussing issues of importance which are necessary to get our country going in the direction God would be pleased with. Some actually had plans for getting things done. ...more

October 22, 2007

AVON PARK — Police Cmdr. Michael J. Rowan, now serving as interim Avon Park police chief after the forced resignation of former chief Frank Mercurio, said Wednesday that he plans to apply for the open position. City Manager C.B. Shirey said he's already received 13 applications for the position. The new acting chief has been busy adjusting to the transition and wants to take his time to submit an application. ...more

October 5, 2007

No one is quite sure what it is the Bucs owners want from Coach Jon Gruden this season. Surely, they want to see their team improve under his guidance, but the degree of improvement Gruden needs to obtain to keep his job remains a mystery. ...more

September 24, 2007

Ramadan, the holiest month in the Islamic calendar, began Wednesday night with the sighting of the new moon. It's the ninth month of the Muslim calendar, and is observed by prayer, fasting and charity. ...more

September 13, 2007