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Welcome to 2021. It won’t take much to be a better year than 2020. Working together, we can make it the best year we’ve seen in a long time. I’m going to try something new this year. Most of you can remember when the highways were decorated with Burma Shave signs. They were all quite clever and made a lot …

Thank God this year is almost over. It has been reported that this year has been one of the worst years in American history when it comes to health concerns. Since last March, there hasn’t been a single newscast that hasn’t had some mention of Covid-19. Thousands of Americans have died and at last report there is no end in …

I’ve always enjoyed watching movies, both at home and in a movie theater. Lately, the movie watching has been done at home, thanks to the Covid pandemic. Watching a movie at home just isn’t the same, because of all the commercial breaks and the fact that some scenes have been edited out of the movie. Going to a theater isn’t …

Last week I offered some suggestions on how to make Christmas shopping more enjoyable. I also gave some tips on how to have a live Christmas tree in your home. Here are some suggestions on how to give those gifts. Instead of spending lots of money on Christmas presents, consider offering a generous dose of your time. Alternatives to store-bought …

Rooster is a neutered, two to three year old male, 60 lbs. He is a very nice boy but has an aversion to other small animals. No cats or bunnies allowed!   He is at the St. Joseph County Animal Control Shelter located at 652 E. Main St., Centreville, MI.  Animal Control is open Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m.– 4:30 p.m., …

With Thanksgiving over, it’s time to think of starting your shopping for Christmas. The merchants have been decorated for over a month, and many have already started their Christmas shopping. I’ve never been a fan of shopping on “Black Friday”. It’s too easy to get hurt. Here are four tips on how to make your Christmas shopping easier: Shop year-round …

Meet Prince!!! Prince is a super good looking one year old male. He is very laid back and really enjoys being by people. He’s friendly, loving and very handsome! Prince has not been neutered yet.  Call to make an appointment to see Prince at the St. Joseph County Animal Control Shelter located at 652 E. Main St., Centreville, MI.  Animal …

Thanksgiving 2020 is now in the history books. If you decided to ignore the advise of the Health Department and traveled to visit family, I wish you the best of health. Hopefully, you didn’t inherit the virus, or share it with any family members. For those who heeded the Health Department’s advise and stayed home alone, I commend you for …

I’d like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a very Happy Thanksgiving. We have been through some very difficult times since the arrival of Covid-19, yet we still have much to be thankful for, because we are working together to get through this difficult time. If you haven’t experienced this virus, you have an awful lot to be thankful …

Luigi is a beautiful 7 month old female cat. patiently waiting for her forever home!  She loves to spend her day playing with toy mice, lounging in her cat bed and snoozing.  She is already spayed and has a current rabies vaccination.  Her adoption fee is $10.   Luigi  is at St. Joseph County Animal Control Shelter located at 652 E. Main …