Out and About Blog by Norm Stutesman

In Michigan, we have the usual four seasons, with one exception. We have fall, winter, spring, and then there is “Road Construction”. I’ve often wondered why they do this construction during the summer months. The obvious answer is because this is when the weather is the best to get the job done. Another reason is because this is when most …

Last week, I shared some helpful hints on interior painting. I am not a professional painter, but I have done my share of painting and have paint specks on my glasses to prove it. When painting a room, you’ll need both a paint brush and several different types of paint rollers. A paint brush is great for trim-work and corners. …

The Animal Rescue Fund (ARF) will conduct a “Doggy Wash” this Saturday, August 7, from 9 AM until 3 PM. The wash will take place at the TSC store located on the east side of US-131, just north of West Michigan Avenue. The only cost is a donation to ARF. Bring the family out and enjoy the fun of having …

If you are a pet owner, the chances are you have at least ten or twelve pictures of that non-human member of your family. Here is your chance to share that picture with the rest of the world. The St. Joseph County Animal Rescue Fund (ARF) is bringing back its “Cutest Pet Picture Contest”. This contest will be held at …

Next Tuesday, July 27, the US Department of Veterans Affairs in Battle Creek, will offer an informational meeting here in Three Rivers, at the Rivers Enrichment Center, 1200 West Broadway. If you are a veteran and have questions or issues, this would be the perfect time to have them answered. This session will run from 11:30 AM until 1 PM. …

Growing up here in Three Rivers, we had four public schools. Each district, or ward as they were called back then, had a public school. The schools were named after someone who had contributed something to the early history of Three Rivers. The schools were Ruth Hoppin, Huss, Andrews, and Barrows. The buildings are still there, but Ruth Hoppin and …

I am hoping that everyone enjoyed the past weekend in a patriotic way. If you flew the American flag in celebration of the Fourth of July, please continue to fly Old Glory every day and in the proper way. The American flag is a symbol of the United States of America, and is something to be very proud of everyday. …

Just about every one has a cell-phone these days. I carry mine in a pouch on my belt. It’s pretty handy, except when I wear my shirt outside my pants. I miss quite a few calls, because it takes me a few seconds to lift my shirt, undo the Velcro and get the phone out. Many people, mostly young girls, …

Who is responsible for setting the trends in styling? I have a feeling that most of the trend setters are celebrities. For example, Guy Fieti, of “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives” fame is responsible for making it cool to wear your sunglasses backwards on the back of your head. I’m pretty sure that Rock groups of the early sixties are responsible …

Next Tuesday, June 22, is a great day, and a sad day for me. If my mother were still alive, it would be her 118th birthday. This was always a great day for me and I tried my best to let her know how much I loved her on this special day. The sad part is that from that day …