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We are all conscious of the high cost of living these days. With the upcoming holidays, we’ll be spending more for electricity, especially if we decorate our homes with outside lights. Thanksgiving is tomorrow, yet I’ve seen Christmas lights adorning many houses for at least two weeks. Tis the season to be merry and bright, so here are some ideas …

My name is Faith – I am an intact female that is a little over 2 years old. I am housetrained. Don’t let my scars scare you away. I was attacked by a dog when I was just a kitten. I am a sweet and loving little girl who is just looking for a forever home to call my own, …

With Thanksgiving a week away, it’s time to make plans for your Thanksgiving dinner. If you haven’t already made plans, you might consider attending the 29th Annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner, hosted by the Community Kitchen, located at Trinity Church, 321 North Main Street in Three Rivers. The dinner, with all the trimmings, will be held Tuesday, November 22, from 4 …

My name is “Sharkie.” I am an intact male mixed breed, and I am housetrained. I know SIT. I’m very gentle, not rough at all when I play. I like other dogs, and I am very curious of cats. I’m really hoping to find my forever Ho-Ho-Ho-Home for the holidays. My docket number is 53558, at the St. Joseph County …

I’ve never been very good when it comes to working with arts and crafts. I attribute it to my lack of imagination. I do, however, enjoy visiting displays of crafty things. I’m always amazed at the talent that is on display at these events. Norton Elementary School, located at 59692 Arthur L. Jones Road, just west of Three Rivers, will …

They call me NeNe (pronounced nah-nah). I am a 10 year old girl, who has been spayed. My mom passed away, so I am looking for another forever lap to cuddle on. Not sure about other cats, dogs or kids. Hoping to be your reason to be thankful this Thanksgiving. My docket number is 53576 at the St. Joseph County …

There are many ads on television that just don’t make any sense. The one that comes to mind is the one dealing with a woman lying on her floor saying, “Help me, I’ve fallen and can’t get up!” My question is why doesn’t the cameraman offer assistance? It just doesn’t make any sense. Tuesday, November 8, is Election Day. It’s …

What month is this and what season are we in? We’ve been experiencing temperatures in the forties and fifties for a couple of days, then over the weekend we enjoyed temps in the seventies. We’ve had cloudy days, rainy days and just plane chilly days. There is no doubt in my mind that we are living in the state of …

I am “Jack”, a tri colored beagle, two years old.  I am neutered, current on my vaccinations and licensed in St. Joseph County.  I am not fully house trained yet.  I am waiting for someone with time and patience to teach me. I hope I can share Thanksgiving with you.  My docket number is 53279, at the St. Joseph County …

Fewer and fewer things are FREE anymore. Advice is usually free, but in most cases it’s not worth much. Here are five things that aren’t FREE anymore, unless you’re lucky to know someone. Grocery Bags: It used to be, “Would you like paper or plastic?” Some states are banning or reducing the use of plastic, especially in grocery stores. Plastic …