My experience as a poll worker
by Jennifer Hammerberg In 2018, my friend and township clerk needed additional poll workers for the midterm elections. I was available and interested; liked and trusted her and wanted to serve my country. To become a poll worker, you must be trained every two years. I applied and was trained, first in 2018 and again […]
St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea and Michigan Medicine to offer free flu vaccines in Stockbridge TODAY!
St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea and Michigan Medicine will host a free flu vaccination clinic in Stockbridge at Veteran’s Memorial Park today, October 21, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. for anyone over the age of 18. The clinic is designed for people who may not have insurance, or who can not afford the out of […]
Update: FBI Announces Militia group plotted to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, two charged from Munith
The federal government has charged six people with conspiring to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer in an alleged domestic terrorist plot, according to newly unsealed court records. Throughout the day Thursday, Oct. 8, the Attourney Genneral’s office announced a total of 13 people charged in the plot, including 2 from Munith Members of a militia […]
St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea and Michigan Medicine to offer free flu vaccines in Stockbridge
St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea and Michigan Medicine will host a free flu vaccination clinic in Stockbridge at Veteran’s Memorial Park on October 21 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. for anyone over the age of 18. The clinic is designed for people who may not have insurance, or who can not afford the out of […]
Local effect: High court strikes down Whitmer’s powers
by Patrice Johnson Oct. 2, the Michigan Supreme Court ruled that Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D) does not have the authority to continue the state of emergency in Michigan. So what does that mean on a local level? According to the Detroit News, “In a landmark ruling with far-reaching implications, the Michigan Supreme Court decided that Gov. Gretchen Whitmer […]
Seven activities to-do this Fall during the COVID-19 pandemic
by Hope Salyer It’s no secret to anyone who knows me that Fall is my favorite time of year. It sets up the holiday season, and by the end of August, I’m ready for some chilly nights and pumpkin spice. Normally, I’d be gearing up for Halloween and trick-or-treaters, pumpkin patch visits and corn mazes. […]
The amazing walking stick
article and photo by Rose Collison Walking Sticks are long and slow-moving insects that look like sticks, twigs or branches. Males tend to be smaller than females. The colors are usually brown and green, but may be gray or shades of red. Males usually have wings, but females are most likely wingless. The American walking […]
In keeping with the season: An autumn reading list
by Jenna Chapman Leaves are changing and temperatures are dropping; what better time to look up a good book? Fall is my favorite time of year! I could read books that remind me of this season all the time, but there is something special about pairing my reads with the colors on the trees. Whether […]
October’s ‘Where’s Waldo’ mystery location
Think you know the area? Each month SCN photographer Rose Collison is selecting a mystery location within Stockbridge School District. Names of readers who correctly identify the subject of the photo will be entered into a drawing, and one overall winner will be selected. October’s winner will receive two $20 Farmers State Bank Branded […]
Reminder: SCN’s Policy on publishing political advertising and announcements
Political Advertising and Announcements SCN Board-adopted 8/1/2018 “Given SCN’s mission to help build a stronger, healthier community through consistent, quality communications, it is our policy to remain neutral on political campaign activity. While we seek to encourage residents to vote, we shall neither support nor oppose any political party or candidate for public office. While we […]