Reading Between the Lines
‘Hatchet’: An iconic and inspiring story for young adults by Joan Tucker Gary Paulsen is a three-time Newberry Honor Author and captures the attention of young readers by writing this story from the perspective of Brian Robeson, a 13-year-old boy starting an adventure in a small Cessna 406 airplane. So many emotions are going through […]
Staff Spotlight
Students are fortunate special ed teacher Amber Robidou traveled full circle and arrived back in her hometown by Mary Jo David Although she grew up in Stockbridge, Amber Robidou took the long road—by way of Colorado and Montana—before becoming a teacher here at Heritage School. Her years in Colorado and Montana were spent teaching special […]
Positive Parenting
The Art of Repair: Building bridges after conflict by Kelsey Rasmussen Somewhere along the line, I’ve learned that gratitude is the antidote to anxiety, and curiosity is the antidote to judgment. Drs. John and Julie Gottman describe repair as the secret ingredient for relationships to thrive. In previous months, we’ve shared some research-based wisdom from […]
Faces of Addiction
Nine different—but powerful—words pierced through silent veins of addiction by Tina Cole-Mullins (Editor’s Note: Faces of Addiction is a continuing series about people who experience drug addiction and the difficulty of recovery. By telling their stories, they hope to help others who are struggling and encourage them to seek treatment and healing.) When you’re born […]
Active Aging
November activities, member ‘Takes 10,’ and center director bids a fond farewell by Stacey Mason Upcoming SASC activities At noon on Wednesday, Nov. 19, the Stockbridge Area Senior Center will be holding our free Community Thanksgiving meal (donations are always welcome). At the same time, we will be hosting a craft sale featuring items made […]
Bridge to Wellness
The greatest gift of all: tips for coping through the holiday season by Anna Webber The holiday season is often described as “the most wonderful time of the year,” but it can bring a complicated mix of emotions for many people. Along with joy and celebration some can experience stress, pressure, and loneliness. Between family […]
Clyde’s Corner: Feedback ensures readers enjoy Clyde’s true, but shorter, stories
by Clyde Whitaker I have never considered myself a writer. To my way of thinking, a writer is someone who has authored books, writes for a daily publication, or has years and years of experience—much more than I have. Looking back, my columns have been about things I’ve pulled from my memory, which luckily, I […]
Men of the Hour
Gary Ludtke: Commitment, consistency lead to a trifecta in 2025 by Mary Jo David Around the world, Nov. 19 is recognized as International Men’s Day to “celebrate, worldwide, the positive value men bring to the world, their families, and communities.” Once again, in our November issue, Stockbridge Community News is featuring Men of the Hour—men from our own […]
Obituary: Marvin Woodrow Cook Jr.
Marvin Woodrow Cook Jr., age 85, of Stockbridge, Michigan, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2025, at Henry Ford Allegiance Hospice Home in Jackson. Marvin always said, “I’m an Arkansas Boy, born on the Judd Hill Plantation on the kitchen table!” Marvin was born February 16, 1940 in Trumann, Arkansas, the son of Marvin Sr. […]