Around Town

Out and About – Week of December 23rd

This is week three of miscellaneous stuff from my files of “stuff”. There should be only one more week of this drivel. Hopefully, I will be back on my feet by the first of the year. I thank you for your patience. Here are some great truths that little children have learned: No matter how hard you try, you can’t …

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Out and About – Week of December 16th

If you haven’t already heard, as of this date, I still have not had my by-pass surgery. It seems that the people at Priority Health have not communicated with each other and as a result, have not approved my surgery. Therefore, we are playing the “waiting game”. My surgeon has been almost as upset as I am. Meanwhile, please enjoy …

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The History & Mystery of Three Rivers

In the late 1920’s / early 1930’s, many streets in our city were renamed as Canada (3rd Ward), Lockport (2nd Ward), Brooklyn (4th Ward) and the Village of Three Rivers (1st Ward) had come together to become the City of Three Rivers. West Michigan Avenue had been known as First North.   Streets parallel to the north also were numbered 2nd, …

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Out and About – Week of December 9th

I was supposed to have Heart By-Pass surgery on December 4, but due to insurance complications, my surgery has been postponed until the issue can be resolved. Please enjoy the prepared columns for the rest of the year. I want to thank you all for your prayers. I am truly blessed. Here are some great truths about growing old: Growing …

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Out and About – Week of December 2nd

Welcome to the last month of 2024. This is the time to reflect back on a year that was great for some and not so great for others. A time to reflect on the mistakes we made and vow to ourselves to be more cautious in 2025. Let’s make 2025 a year to show more respect and love towards each …

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Out and About – Week of November 25th

This is the week of Thanksgiving. The one time when we should reflect on the many things we have to be thankful for. If you have a roof over your head, food on your table, and friends and family, you are more fortunate than 70% of the world’s population. No matter how hard you feel you have it, there’s someone …

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Out and About – Week of November 18th

This is the time of the year when our thoughts and actions are drawn toward the act of helping those in need. The motto of Lions Clubs International is “WE SERVE”. Lions help those in need every hour of every day and every day of the year. If there is a need anywhere in the world, Lions are there serving. …

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Out and About – Week of November 11th

I’m putting this column together on Sunday, the day before Veterans Day. I always try to have it completed earlier, but my schedule has prevented me from getting to it until now. I must finish this column by today so that I can get it to the radio station before Monday morning. WLKM Radio carries the column on their website …

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The History & Mystery of Three Rivers

Lincoln Avenue is named for President Abraham Lincoln. Many streets in 3rd ward are named after famous people connected with the Civil War. People, places, and things in Lincoln’s life include: 1776 – Daniel Boone brought Lincoln’s grandparents to Kentucky, 1809 – Abraham was born and the U. S. made importing slaves illegal. 1842 – Abe married Mary Todd. 1857 …

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Out and About – Week of November 4th

Welcome to the month of November. We have a lot to celebrate this month. We started out by setting our clocks back one hour early Sunday. I was thankful for that extra hour of sleep. Election Day is Tuesday. We all had the honor and privilege of casting our vote for those individuals who will lead our government in one …

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