Biden pulls use-of-force off the table against Russia’s possible invasion of Ukraine. China is watching the US while contemplating future moves against Taiwan. Latest moves in Congress squabble over defense bill, with provisions attempting to draft women, confiscate weapons and vaccine mandates. The left is using defense funding to push woke policies, while increasing scrutiny of conservatives and isolating principled military members who push back.

Florida growth vs. turnpike expansion in rural Levy County. Supply chain expansion and shipping in Florida is forcing upgrading the state’s infrastructure. But rural residents expressed their opposition to building high speed roads through rural areas of North Central Florida. Tradeoffs of traffic congestion as Florida’s population grows, and the need for commerce, discussed on The Bob Rose Show on 97.3 The SKY.

The Bob Rose Show's "What's Buggin' You" is your chance to sound off. The hype over the Omicron variant and Dr. Anthony Fauci are under the skin of folks. And the difference between business and customer-friendly Ocala and downtown Gainesville regarding their parking policies. Ocala is making downtown parking free to boost business during the holidays. While Gainesville is continuing to restrict parking access to downtown shoppers. "What's Buggin' You" is presented by Florida Pest Control every weekday morning at 7:20 on 97.3 The SKY.

Food pantries, rental and utility assistance, financial literacy “Bridge to Prosperity” classes for adults, and giving a hand up to those in need during inflationary times. Regional Director John Barli detailed the programs funded through Catholic Charities in Alachua, Bradford, Gilchrist, Dixie and Levy counties. 95% of the people served by Catholic Charities are non-Catholic. Find out why you can help, and how you can donate on this “Giving Tuesday.”

Road to Bethlehem is an annual live production telling the story of the night of Jesus’ birth. A community effort from several area churches will feature 2 evenings of performances Saturday & Sunday, December 11th & 12th at Camp Kulaqua in High Springs. The first “drive-thru” guided program starts at 5:45pm, and cars begin lining up at 5:15pm. Capacity is limited at these always popular presentations. Thanks to Pastor Carl on the Bob Rose Show this morning.