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It was the “pat” heard around the world. Well, that may be exaggerating a little bit, but it certainly became newsworthy. While standing before a judge in regards to a probation violation in a Florida courtroom, former NFL player and Dancing with the Stars contestant Chad Johnson, formerly known as Chad Ochocinco and Chad Johnson before that, decided to have …

I’m starting this week’s column midway through the 57th Annual Water Festival here in Three Rivers. I’ve been involved with the Water Festival for at least five or six years now, so I feel that I know at least a little bit about what I’m talking about. I’ve been co-chairing the parade for several years now, working with Pam Hughes. …

Weather played a critical role in Saturday’s closing day of the 57th Three Rivers Water Festival. Intermittent rain showers Saturday forced Water Festival organizers to call off the event-ending entertainment and fireworks programs. Deb Herring, head of the Water Festival Planning Committee, said the fireworks show needed a period of time Saturday to plan and coordinate its display, and the …

Hi. I am a shih-tzu mix but also look like a wiry haired little gentleman. My owners are moving and can’t take me with them. I am about 10 months old, male and am black and tan. I am a little shy at first but then very friendly. I don’t think I will get real large, so I will fit …

Schmidt’s Family Amusements is back in town with many fun rides and games for the young and daring during this year’s Three Rivers Water Festival! The midway will open at 4 p.m. on Thursday (June 13) and will remain open until 10 p.m.; Friday’s hours are from noon until 11 p.m., and Saturday’s hours are from 11 a.m. until midnight. …

If you had placed a wager as to whether or not I’d mention the Water Festival this week, and said that I wouldn’t even mention the parade, you would have lost the bet. Water Festival is probably the biggest event of the year for those living in Wildcat country. It used to be called “Water Carnival”, but because of all …

Former Three Rivers Mayor Ken Baker has been named the grand marshal of the 2013 Three Rivers Water Festival parade. Baker was chosen by virtue of his many years of service to the city, including his time as chief of police and later as mayor. Baker also is lauded for founding the Friends of Riverside Cemetery organization as well as …

Hello. My name is Milo. I am a german shepherd/sheltie mix and I need a home. My family brought me to Animal Control because they said they couldn’t keep me anymore. I am about 7 years old, brown with medium short hair and a curly tail. I am good on a leash and housetrained AND I have already been neutered. …

With the passing of Memorial Day, we are officially into summer. Although summer doesn’t officially begin until June 22, the gentlemen may now wear their white shoes and the ladies may wear whatever they usually wear, without fear of embarrassment. Please don’t accuse me of slamming the ladies, but I really am not aware of what the style is for …

My name is Baby Girl. I am very sad because my owner passed away and now I need another loving home. I have lived with another dog, so even if you have a dog, I can still be your pet. I am about 7 years old and am a red german shepherd/husky mix. I am good when being walked on …