Around Town

Dining out has become a real treat since some restrictions were lifted. The experience used to be taken for granted before Covid-19. When the restriction for dining inside was lifted, it was suggested that everyone wear a mask when entering a restaurant or a bar. Once seated, the mask could be removed. A small price to pay for the privilege …

They named me “Forde”, a good Michigan name.  I came here frightened and timid.  I got lost and now I am being taken care of here.  I am about eight months old, a male, brindle and white.  I will need my neuter surgery.   If people give me time I come to them.  My docket number is 48630, at the St. …

Last week I bragged a little about the state of Michigan. If you are thinking about taking the family on a short vacation, Michigan has a lot to offer. Day trips are easy to find, or if you’d like to stretch that time away into a week or two, that’s also possible, and you don’t have to leave the state. …

I am called Grasshopper.  See my spotted tongue, one of the ladies here think it is unusual.  I am a calm, social, hound.  I lost my way and ended here at Animal Control, I am about two years old, a tri-color male.  I get along with other dogs.  My docket number is 48615, at the St. Joseph County Animal Control …

We recently had a cottonwood tree removed. The tree was probably eighty years old and had been hit by lightning a couple of times. It stood at least eighty feet tall and the fear of it falling was the main reason for removal. The fact that it shed twigs and other debris on the deck and yard contributed to the …

The Covid-19 pandemic is responsible for the cancellation of many of the usual summer events throughout St. Joe County. The annual Water Festival in Three Rivers is one example. The Farmers’ Market is one of the latest. Usually held every Thursday in Scidmore Park, the Farmers’ Market always had plenty of home-grown vegetables, plus other non-food items available for purchase. …

I really enjoy oriental food. However, I’m not a big fan of the hot-spicy entrees. I enjoy eggrolls, noodles, and especially rice of all varieties. There is a brand of rice called “Uncle Ben’s”. By looking at a box of Uncle Ben’s Rice, you can see that Uncle Ben is more African American than of Oriental decent. Because of the …

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 …