Around Town

We are now well into the 2018 football season. This means that Sunday evening television programming will be slightly changed, as will Monday and Thursday evenings. One of the things that bothers me about watching anything on television are the stupid commercials. It seems to me that there are more commercials during a football game than any other time. Sometime …

Here we are, two brothers, Sammy,  BIO18-000226, and big brother Louie, BIO18-000227, at Animal Control. Sammy is active and curious, Louie is playful with toys.  We are grey tigers and are about two and a half months old.  We will need our neuter surgery.  Our hair coat is a bit on the long side and we like other cats.  Animal Control …

Seventeen years ago today, the United States was attacked in New York City, Washington, DC. and Pennsylvania. The nation was drawn closer together that day than it had been in years. American flags were displayed everywhere. Things have changed over the years. There seems to be less respect for our flag. Those displaying this lack of respect are the ones …

They call me Harper.  I am  a female, about 3-4 years old.  I am a black and tan Aussie and a very nice girl.  I can be vocal for attention.  I hope you will come and see me.  I will need my spay surgery..  I want someone to love.My docket number is BIS18-000236, at the St. Joseph County Animal Control …

In 1985, I was trained and finally certified as a Rescue Diver. I haven’t done any diving since then because I had relocated and didn’t have anyone to share my SCUBA diving interests. Several weeks ago, I got the bug to possibly get back into the sport. I made arrangements to get checked out by an instructor to see if …

Public restrooms are just that. They are for the public. I applaud businesses who provide a room where patrons can go “Rest”. It’s the responsibility of the business owner to maintain that room of rest, but I feel the public should share in some of that responsibility. I’m not saying we should scrub the toilet or mop the floor, but …

Hi, I’m Peggy Sue, a female ginger and white pit mix. I’m about 1-1/2 years old and am very friendly. I have an old injury to my rear leg that doesn’t let me bend it. But, believe me, it does not slow me down AT ALL! I love to play and have a lot of energy. I am very sweet …

School used to start the day after Labor Day, but as far as when the school bell rings this year will depend on where you live. School has already started in parts of Indiana and Illinois. No matter when school starts for your children, it’s not too late to shop for those back-to-school clothes and supplies. The Stone House, located …

Hi, my name is Monty. I am a tricolor, male beagle mix. I’m about two years old and am very friendly. I am partially house-broken. My face is interesting because it is kind of brindled. I know I would make a good buddy to a new family. Please come adopt me so I may love you. My docket number is …

This time next month, college students should be settled in their living quarters. If your son or daughter is returning to college for their second year, the problems that existed a year ago should be forgotten. They will be familiar with the campus and dorm life, so the stress level should be lower and easier to deal with. What I’d …