Category: editorials

Dollar stores have done more to keep down what we pay for basic goods and helped more struggling families than any government action ever has. For that, and because they are based in the South, Obama…

There's a black hole inside my vehicle and I'm quite comfortable with it. Most people just see it as a mess, but I know it truly means possibilities.
Most women with children have a black hole som…

There are multiple cases going on or just finishing in court this week regarding adults and abused children. An arrest was made of a mom and dad who went to work and left their kids at home with no f…

Originally published: May 25, 2013
When the Milton City Council voted not to allow Sunday liquor sales in downtown Milton's tourist district, many people took note of what seemed to be a backward …

The population of Santa Rosa County continues to increase every year. Within the new members of our community are people who have never experienced a hurricane or tropical storm landfall. We'd though…

Years and years ago, the competition for industry to move Santa Rosa or Escambia was fierce. Often both entities were romancing the same businesses to move to the Florida Panhandle and settle in one …

While our angry and embarrassed U.S. government plays "Where’s Waldo?" trying to capture NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden, the jury is still out on whether he is a hero or traitor.
It is one thing…

We know what you are thinking.
Only in a small town like Milton would a burned-out port-a-potty be worthy of a front-page photograph.
Yes, that is what appeared on the front page of our June 5 …

To protect my youngest daughter's privacy the best I can in a public column, I'm not going to mention what school she attends, but honey, this column is for you.
So last week, I am told there is a…

If you read last Wednesday's column, you know my 10-year-old daughter had an after school dance to attend.
Let me start by saying, it was really fun. The kids had a great time and the school raise…