TODAY IN HISTORY
Little Man is ever vigilant and on guard against being mauled by his mentor, Bo the Wonder Dog, at the Poteat household. Today is International Cat Day, which is celebrated annually on Aug. 8 to honor cats and promote awareness of feline welfare and adoption.
BILL POTEAT / THE PAPER
Josh McKinney
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