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What Was Evil, Used for Good: Rylee’s Big Challenge
Best Books What was evil. Used for good. That’s the overarching words of encouragement found in Mark White’s new children’s book, Rylee’s Big Challenge. In August of 2023, White, host of the The Mark White Show, received a message from a show listener looking for help in a bullying situation. “Having been bullied in school myself, …
Finding Freedom at Turning Point
Mission Makers For more than 30 years, Turning Point has helped men battling Substance Abuse Disorder break free from the bondage of addiction. Their mission is “to provide men with substance use disorder an opportunity to discover a new life in recovery through proven evidence-based programs with a Christ-centered emphasis.” Helping men find freedom from …
Rise in Child Identity Theft: What You Need to Know
Money Matters We all have heard stories about identity theft, and especially how elderly individuals are so heavily targeted. There is a growing trend of identity theft, but the target is children and their Social Security numbers. When your child’s Social Security number has been compromised due to identity theft, this can cause significant difficulty …
It’s Time to Pray: National Grandparents Day
Senior Scene In 1978, President Jimmy Carter signed a proclamation declaring the second Sunday of September to be National Grandparents Day. The purpose was “to honor grandparents, to give grandparents an opportunity to show love for their children’s children, and to help children become aware of the strength, information and guidance older people can offer.” …
What You Need to Know About Marijuana
Healthy Living Brought to you by: Community Partner COMPACT, compact2020.com Parents, if you found marijuana in your child’s room, would you be able to identify it? Let’s discuss its characteristics. Marijuana refers to the dried leaves, flowers, stems, or seeds of a cannabis sativa plant. The words marijuana and cannabis are often used interchangeably. Throughout …
Laugh with Comedian Jonnie W. & Support Agape Nation
Special Feature Get ready to laugh! Agape Nation is hosting the Jonnie W. Comedy Show and Silent Auction on Saturday, September 7, 2024, at The Venue at Coosa Landing in Gadsden, Ala. Nashville-based comedian Jonnie W.’s full name is Jonnie Wethington. He laughingly shares, “I shortened it when I started comedy to make it easier …
Packed & Ready for the Next Excursion!
The Great Outdoors Vacation, vacation, vacation. That’s what summer is all about, right? Whether you are spending time with the family at the beach soaking in the strong summer sun, or looking for that next hill to climb to check off your summer bucket list, you need to be prepared with the best-equipped luggage. Summer …
National Security & Ugly Biscuits
The Home Front My son, Caleb Standridge, graduated from the United States Air Force Academy, served in the Air Force, and defended our country in Afghanistan. I’m proud to say he represented his country, state, and family well and was decorated for his valor. Now, he’s a veteran and an aerospace engineer. When he was …
