Behind the scenes of Gregory’s 4th of July celebration tradition
by Judy Williams A lot has to happen behind the scenes before you hear the oohs and ahhs of the Gregory Fourth of July celebration. Most of the background tasks are handled by the hard-working Fourth of July committee. These 10 dedicated individuals have been planning the 47th Independence Day Celebration for almost a year. […]
Reading between the Lines
Magic aids gender identity in ‘The Brilliant Death’ by Shuyler Clark Although the publishing industry has made great strides in promoting diversity in recent years, gender identity, particularly in fantasy, is often underutilized and unexplored. Author A.R. Capetta (all pronouns) tackles gender’s vast spectrum in many of their works, including their 2018 young adult novel […]
Lots of competition for Chamber’s ‘Father of the Year’ Contest
by Mary Jo David This year the Stockbridge Area Chamber of Commerce received numerous nominations for their Father of the Year contest. All of the submissions were submitted to teachers at both Smith and Heritage schools. Cherie Van Blaircum, president of the Chamber, was amazed by the response this year’s contest received. “Initially we collected […]
Look who’s retiring from Stockbridge Schools
by Amy Haggerty Three teachers from Stockbridge Community Schools have retired as of the end of the 2021/2022 school year— Diane Brooks, Corey Pena, and Kristy Ward. Together, they have been teaching for a combined total of over 60 years. Replacing these three experienced educators will be a big challenge for the district. Diane Brooks […]
Outreach in Action
Groceries and bank reform can help ease the grip of financial need by Jo Mayer In the parking lot outside Stockbridge Community Outreach today, we gave out 70 “surprise” grocery bags filled with food. “Surprise,” because each week the contents vary based on what the Greater Lansing Food Bank’s truck disgorges. What’s not surprising is […]
Clyde’s Corner
Dalton Satkowiak selected for Grant W. Whitaker ‘Leadership through Character Award’ by Clyde Whitaker Hello everyone! I have to admit that I had writer’s block about what to write for my July “Clyde’s Corner” column. Fortunately, a story became available last Monday, June 6, during the presentation of a “Leadership through Character” baseball award named […]
UTPD Activity from Sunday May 1st-Tuesday May 31st
Monday 5/2 Assist EMS-Pleasant Dr./Woodside Dr. Tuesday 5/3 Assist EMS-Worden Rd./Bowdish Rd. Wednesday 5/4 Domestic Physical-Kaiser Rd./Bass Lk. Rd. Thursday 5/5 Animal Complaint-Williamsville Rd./San Luray Dr. Citizen Assist-Main St./Kuhn St. Friday 5/6 Citizen Assist-M-36/Bullis Rd. Saturday 5/7 Citizen Assist-Joslin Lake Rd./Kaiser Rd. Sunday 5/8 Assist Other Agency-Bull Run Rd./Matador Ln. Animal Complaint-M-36/Spears Rd. Monday 5/9 […]
Bridge to Wellness
July: Hydration isn’t just for summer plants by Sophia Speroff, MPH, RD Drinking enough water every day is necessary for overall improved health and better body function. Water can help manage body weight and reduce caloric intake when substituted for drinks that contain calories. Drinking enough water can prevent dehydration, a state in which the […]
Obituary: Michael Matthew Valentine
Michael Matthew Valentine, age 69, of Stockbridge, Michigan, passed away at this home on June 12, 2022. He was born the son of Calvin and Vivian (Hammons) Valentine on March 24, 1953. On September 21, 1994, he married Penny L. (Brown), and she survives. Mike was a simple man who enjoyed working on his yard […]
Obituary: Marie Hackworth
Marie Hackworth of Stockbridge, Michigan, age 93, passed away on June 5, 2022 at her son’s home in Harriman, TN. Marie was born on April 2, 1929 in Salyersville, KY to Miles and Martha (Watkins) Barnett. Marie loved the Lord and her family above everything. She was a pastor for 30 plus years for the […]