Around Town

“If you’re too busy to laugh, you’re too busy.” – Proverb Please mark your calendars for next Monday, March 8. This is International Women’s Day. This is the one day we men should be extra nice to all the women we know. For most of us, this will not be difficult, because most of us are as nice as we …

The recent snowfall we received last week, reminded me of how much we neglect our vehicles during inclement weather. I saw quite a few cars that had not been properly cleared of the white stuff. These cars evidently were not kept in a garage. Not everyone has the luxury of having a garage in which to keep their vehicles out …

Hi there! My name is Moonshine Jimmy and I’m just ready to have a blast! Let’s play, go for a walkie or just hang out on the couch, I’m up for whatever. I’m about 1.5 years old and I will need my neuter surgery, but I am current on my rabies vaccination.  You can call and make an appointment to …

Organizers of the Three Rivers Water Festival recently met and decided to plan for a resumption of what would be the city’s 64th Water Festival. Christy Trammell, president & CEO of the Three Rivers Area Chamber of Commerce, said it made sense to plan a 2021 festival then cancel or postpone if circumstances warrant. As it stands, the three-day festival …

In January, I gave you some information on a lecture series being held at the Gilmore Car Museum in Hickory Corners, Michigan. Here is the schedule for March and April. The lectures are held on Sunday afternoons at 3 PM. They are held in the ballroom and they are only allowing fifty people to attend each lecture. Here’s the list: …

“It’s not the years in your life that count. It’s the life in your years.” ! Abraham Lincoln Since last October, I’ve been working out of my home. I had a good-sized office in a great location, so when I relocated, I had to give up a lot. Prior to moving, I either sold, gave away, or threw away a …

I am Mr. Chonkums.  I am a super hefty boy  and  I am just looking for someone to love ME!!!  I am about six or seven years old.  I enjoy head scratches and  I want to be close by.   I will need my neuter surgery.  Call to make an appointment to see and adopt me at the St. Joseph County …

“All life is an experiment. The more experiments you make the better.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson Two days ago some restrictions were lifted concerning the Covid pandemic. This doesn’t mean we should all go out mask-free and hug everyone we meet. I will continue to wear a mask, wash my hands as often as a heart surgeon, maintain social distancing …

If you are really into cars and have never been to the Gilmore Car Museum in Hickory Corners, then you should definitely plan a visit as soon as restrictions have been lifted. There is something happening now at the museum, that you might be interested in, even with the pandemic. The museum is hosting a series of lectures in their …

I am Marble,  I am about a year old and super friendly.  I am a female and I am ready for my spay surgery.  I like head pats and chin scratches.   I would love to be in my new forEVER home.  Call to make an appointment to see and adopt me at the St. Joseph County Animal Control Shelter located …