Around Town

We are brothers that were adopted from animal control and were returned because our owner moved and couldn’t bring us to his new apartment. We are neutered and very loving. We are looking for a new home that will take both of us.  We are one and a half years old.  Timmy”s docket number is 43630, and Zeeb’s docket number …

Last week I wrote a lot about naps and sleep. Before I continue with this week’s column, I’d like to share a few more ideas that might help you nap a little better. I find it ironic how, as a baby, we all spent a lot of time napping. As we got older, naps were not as welcome, because it …

The Three Rivers Water Festival is taking the year off for the first time in its 64-year history. Festival committee members made the decision Friday, according to Three Rivers Area Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Christy Trammell. She said the ever-changing situation regarding Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and her executive orders related to COVID-19 made it impossible to plan and …

I’ve never been much of a bird watcher, but since the current pandemic, and the “Stay at Home” order, we have become quite interested in observing some of the birds that frequent the area. Some friends turned us on to Orioles. I’m not referring to baseball’s Baltimore Orioles, but rather the birds who are noted for their bright orange coloring. …

Just about everyone in my family loves onions. Onions go with just about everything from a juicy hamburger to a peanut butter sandwich, and nothing makes liver taste any better than if you smother it with grilled onions. I can’t think of anyone who doesn’t like fresh onion rings. There are different types of onions with different ways of using …

Covid-19 has now claimed the lives of over 80,000 in the United States. In Vietnam, we lost approximately 58,000 Americans. We are reminded of this every time we watch just about any newscast. This is a sad time we’re going through. Someday, there will hopefully be a cure for the Coronavirus. Scientists are working very hard to find a cure …

I need a special home without cats and nowhere near chickens.  I like to catch chickens and thats why I need a new home.  My name is Scout and I am two years old and I am neutered.  I am current on my rabies.  Even though I am energetic, I am trained to walk well on a leash (once  I …

Finally, there have been some restrictions lifted by those in power. I’m so thankful that you can now visit the local tattoo parlor. This should definitely help the economy get back on its feet, arms, backs, chests and necks. I’m wondering if the act of shaking hands or giving hugs will return. Howie Mandel has refused to shake hands with …

Fourteen years ago this month, I had my first column published. An awful lot has happened over the past fourteen years. I am thankful for you readers who let me know that you appreciate my contribution. Last week I shared an opinion about how the “Seventh Inning Stretch” in baseball came to be. Here’s another opinion a bit more believable: …

Because of the virus going around, and the fact that we have all been advised to stay home and stay safe, those who can, are working from their home, rather than going to the office. I am doing just that. I stop by my office on occasion to pick something up, then I return home, where I have been advised …