Rural Perspectives: Walkingsticks difficult to see high up in the trees
by Diane Constable The common, or northern walkingstick (Diapheromera femorata) can be found in most of North America, and is a champion of camouflage. It easily mimics a stick to hide itself from predators. It can move its front legs forward along the antennas and extend its back legs to complete the “stick” look. The walkingstick […]
Active Aging: Introducing ‘What’s Your Take?’ October’s featured member is Mary Schwark
by Stacey Mason The Stockbridge Area Senior Center is now regularly spotlighting a senior center member in the newspaper and online. We’ve created a ten-question quiz we’re calling, “What’s Your Take?” We’re kicking off this new quiz approach with SASC member Mary Schwark. Mary is one of many volunteers who keep our center organized and […]
Two Stockbridge residents among 250 crafters and artists at Saline Craft Show
Information provided by Saline Area Schools On Nov. 8, crafters from 14 states and 168 Michigan cities will come together at the annual Saline Craft Show at Saline Middle School. Vendors will display their recent work in decorative painting, stoneware, rugs, birdhouses, holiday decorations, ceramics and more. The show provides both crafts and art, from […]
Dear Gabbie: Trash or treasure? Helping parents ditch excess stuff- with kindness.
“Dear Gabbie” is written with the simple hope of bringing a few smiles to your day and is not meant to replace the advice of professionals… especially your mom! Dear Gabbie: My parents are getting older, and they have a LOT of stuff! They’re not interested in downsizing and don’t seem receptive when I suggest […]
Bridge to Wellness
On your own or with a group, reading can lead to health benefits and personal growth by: Sarah Wilczynski October brings with it the transition to fall, marked by cozy sweaters, trips to apple orchards and pumpkin patches, and kids running around in costumes. It also marks the beginning of National Book Month, a time […]
Faces of Addiction
Veins of silence: Mental health and the invisible pulse of addiction by Tina Cole-Mullins Behind the rose-colored glasses used by many to view our community lies a quiet crisis—the gritty reality of mental illness and addiction. October marks National Substance Abuse Prevention Month and Oct. 10 is World Mental Health Day. Both are a time […]
Positive Parenting: Creative parents model a growth mindset for mental and emotional well-being
by Tiffany Snyder Are you a creative parent? Do you think your child/ren are creative but consider yourself someone who can barely draw a stick figure? Hear me out on how this fixed mindset is worth changing. Wherever you are creatively, we can all benefit mentally and emotionally from using our creative power. I’d like […]
Clyde’s Corner: ‘You’ve got a major league fastball’
by Clyde Whitaker With the Detroit Tigers close to gaining a playoff berth at this time, it brings back to mind my playing days, pitching for our beloved Stockbridge Panthers and my time spent pitching in the semi-pro Jackson Recreation League. Growing up outside of Munith and surrounded by farmland, I practiced my pitching at […]
Effective Oct. 1, WAVE transportation service no longer available in Stockbridge or Gregory
by Melissa McPherson Beginning Oct. 1, the WAVE transportation service will no longer be providing services to Ingham and Livingston county, meaning it is no longer a transportation option for Stockbridge or Gregory residents. CATA Rural provides transportation to Ingham county residents and is expected to provide transportation services in and around Stockbridge, while LETS […]