A glance in the rearview mirror: November 1921—Sardine luncheons. Fig syrup for bowels. Man serves buddy’s sentence.
by Mary Jo David The following news excerpts are from November 1921 editions of the Stockbridge Brief-Sun newspaper. These are mostly reproduced in the original, without edits or corrections. Visit the Stockbridge Library to view electronic copies of old local news publications dating back to 1883. Armistice Day: Friday, November 11th, Armistice Day, is for […]
As an Expert: How can I protect my car’s finish?
by John and Theresa Kightlinger Whether your car is decades old or brand new, you want your car to remain looking asnice as possible for as long as possible. Keeping its paint job looking fresh goes a long way, but there are certain materials that can damage car paint. While many are repairable, some are […]
Paws and Claws: World Rabies Day 2021 a reminder of the threat
by Cindy Anderson, DVM, Animal Care Clinic The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) celebrated the 15th anniversary of World Rabies Day in late September 2021. When only up to three cases of rabies are reported in the United States yearly, it is easy to become complacent and forget the threat is real. According to The […]
Obituary: Duane Walz
Duane Walz, formerly of Waterloo Township, Michigan, entered into Heaven on Thursday October 21, 2021. He was born to Harold and Florence (Pickett) Walz in Rowe Memorial Hospital in Stockbridge, Michigan, on December 7, 1936. He left behind those whom he dearly loved including his wife of nearly 66 years, Mary Ann; his 7 children: Chuck […]
Carl Manoogian: One of the last Legion Post 510 WWII veterans
by Tina Cole-Mullins As the years and decades fade away, few WWII veterans remain. Carl Manoogian, of Gregory and the American Legion Post 510 in Stockbridge, is one who served his country during the dark days of the Second World War. Manoogian was drafted just before his 18th birthday in November 1944. After a brief […]
Stockbridge InvenTeam to compete in NASA challenge
Information provided by Stockbridge InvenTeam with additions by Judy Brune Over the first few weeks of school, the Stockbridge InvenTeam members worked on a project unlike anything they had ever done before. On Thursday, Oct. 7, the InvenTeam received the news they had all been waiting for — they were chosen as one of 91 […]
Murder Mysteries and Native American Culture Intertwine in these YA Debuts
Stockbridge Community News would like to extend a warm welcome to Shuyler Clark—the newest writer to join our team. Shuyler is an avid reader and loves to write, which makes her a perfect match for “Reading Between the Lines,” our new book review column. Welcome Shuyler—we’re glad you found us! by Shuyler Clark In an […]
Obituary: William (Bill) Esch
William (Bill) Esch, age 79, of Taylor, MI passed away on October 18, 2021. Husband of Marilyn Esch. Father of Christine (Jake) Biehn and Tom Esch. Step-father of Sara (James) Bruckner, Rachel (Dennis Pelkey) Emerson and Erik (April) Emerson. Grandfather of Emily (Zac) Reilly and Michael (Melanie) Biehn and great grandfather of Nora, Evie and […]
Bridge to Wellness
November: Strengthen and tighten those triceps muscles by Gary Hicks Last month, we addressed biceps strength in the monthly challenge. This month we take measures to tighten and strengthen another area of the arm—the triceps—to avoid those dreaded bat wings that hang low under the arms. While many get concerned about their triceps because they […]
Rural Perspectives: The wild turkey (Meleagris gallopavo)
by Diane Constable These large birds, up to 25 pounds with a 4-foot wingspan, are now a common sight in the township —but they weren’t always so visible. The wild turkey had disappeared from Michigan in the early 1900s because of habitat loss and overhunting. In the 1950s, the Department of Natural Resources acquired several […]