Out and About Blog by Norm Stutesman

The Sixty-Sixth Annual Three Rivers Water Festival is now in the history books, and what a festival it was. The weather cooperated and it seems everyone had a good time. Many thanks to all the sponsors for their support. You’ll want to check the local news and newspaper for information on the other festivals going on this summer. Colon, White …

This week is Water Festival week. Everything starts with the Water Festival Parade, which steps off at 7 PM Thursday evening. The rain date is Friday at the same time. This is the 66th Annual Water Festival and it seems to get better every year. This event started out as the “Water Carnival” and one of the highlights back then …

Wednesday, June 14, is Flag Day, a day when everyone should fly the American flag. Patriotic Americans fly Old Glory everyday, but the fourteenth is extra important. The current fifty star American flag started as a school project. Approved by President Eisenhower, the design of the American flag started as the school project of a high school student named Bob …

This week we celebrate Memorial Day. It’s more a day of remembrance than a day of celebration. On this day we remember those members of our Armed Forces who have passed, whether in an armed conflict or in peacetime. Memorial Day is also recognized as the first day of summer, even though summer doesn’t actually begin until next month. Beginning …

What is the difference between a hurricane, typhoon or a cyclone? There is no difference except for the fact that they are known by a different name depending on where you are in the world. Most of us are familiar with the name hurricane and we know what kind of damage can be done. A hurricane is known as a …

Here are six Rules of Life I wish I had known when I was younger: Always speak less than necessary. Life is a balance between holding on and letting go. What we think, we become. A great man is hard on himself. A small man is hard on others. The future depends on what we do in the present. What …

On Monday, May 1, we had the privilege of attending a superb organ concert featuring Dr. Michael Burkhardt. Thanks to the Southwest Michigan Chapter of the American Guild of Organists, this hour-long concert featured a festival of hymns with audience participation. The concert was held at the First Presbyterian Church, 320 North Main Street, in Three Rivers. This was the …

We should all take a look at our eating habits, and if we want to live healthier, make a few changes. It’s so easy to grab something from a fast-food eatery rather than put together a well balanced meal at home. Our lives are so fast paced and many of us don’t have the patience to put together a nice …

The St. Joe Valley Old Engine Association invites everyone to come out for their Annual Michiana Swap Meet, Friday and Saturday, May 5 and 6. As always the Swap Meet will be held at “Boot Hill Ranch”, located at 10542 Bair Lake Street, near Jones, Michigan. Admission is $5.00. This is a family event for anyone interested in all types …

If you have all the money you need, here are ten things money just can’t buy: Manners, morals, respect, character, common sense, trust, patience, class, integrity and love. You need to earn Respect, Trust and Love. Most of the others you have to work on. The Three Rivers Area Chamber of Commerce is offering another opportunity to have lunch and …