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Texans are very proud of their state. Before Alaska became a state, Texans would brag about how Texas was the biggest. Texans have a lot to be proud of and usually aren’t shy about sharing that pride. We Michiganders should also be proud when talking about “Pure Michigan”. The next time you get involved in a bragging bout with a …

It is the first day of Spring and I am looking for the flowers to start popping out.  I am “Trapper” and I would like to become your companion.  I am a six month old, brindle male mix.  I am partially house trained and I like other dogs.  I had to give up my home and come to Animal Control.  …

I’m curious to know who “They” are. “They” are supposed to be the authority on whatever is good or bad for us. “They” used to say that eggs are bad for us, now “They” say that the consumption of eggs is not all that bad. I prefer to follow my doctor’s advice, or at least someone in the field of …

If you are experiencing “Spring Fever”, there’s a place to go and get some relief. Kettles County Park, located just south of Gleason Road on South US-131, has 3500 square feet of frontage on the St. Joe River for you and the family to explore. The park has two ground water streams flowing through it, three miles of hiking trails, …

Some Leprechaun left his hat here and we want to find him to make a wish to be in a new home by St. Patrick’s Day.  We came here together.  I am “Moose”, I am three years old, 9 lbs. and intact.  And I Am “Minnie”, one year old, female, 6.9 lbs.  We are partially housetrained, and get along well …

In the movie “The Graduate”, Dustin Hoffman was given a word to remember. It was a word that was supposed to be the answer to being successful. It was the word that promised to lead to the ultimate successes in the business world. That word was “Plastic”. Plastic seemed to be the word that would lead us into the future. …

This Friday, March 3, is a special day to celebrate. On March 3, 1931, the Star-Spangled Banner was officially named America’s National Anthem. I know very few people who can sing our anthem the way it was written. The month of February passed quickly. Normally, February is extremely cold and snowy, but Mother Nature has been kind to us here …

“Hello!”  I like to shake paws.  Come in and meet me.  I am “Oliver” and I am about three and a half years old.  I am a mix, on the medium size.  I am housetrained and I get along with others dogs, kids and cats.  I am microchipped and current on my vaccinations.  I do not like to be left …

I would like to take advantage of “Writer’s Privilege” and wish my sister a very Happy 90th Birthday. She has lived longer than both my parents and oldest brother, and the way she’s going, she’ll likely out live me. Happy Birthday Rebecca Ann!! We must all be cautious of being scammed. People get scammed everyday and there is something we …

I am named “Avery”.  I came into Animal Control as a Stray.  I am tan and white and short haired.  I am about one year old.  I will need my spay surgery.  I am housetrained and love to pose for the picture.  With spring coming I will be a good companion.  My docket number is 54072, at the St. Joseph …