Death Notice: Mary Ann Lape
MaryAnn Lape, age 79, of Chelsea, MI, formerly of Munith, passed away peacefully at Chelsea Retirement Community on October 22, 2020. She was born in Lansing on November 13, 1940. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, July 31, 2021 at 4:00 p.m. at the Munith United Methodist Church with Pastor Steve Weinberger officiating. […]
StockBIZ: Business news in and around Stockbridge
Market retail analysis points to promising retail potential by Mary Jo David Early this year, the Stockbridge Downtown Development Authority (SDDA) commissioned with The Gibbs Planning Group for a retail market analysis. The study involved reviewing existing retail businesses and space in and around the village of Stockbridge to assess the potential for attracting new […]
A glance in the rearview mirror: August 1921—Overcrowded livestock. Stitching a beating heart. Girl hero resents publicity.
by Mary Jo David The following excerpts are from August 1921 editions of the Stockbridge Brief-Sun newspaper. In general, these news excerpts are reproduced in the original, without edits or corrections. State Fair Like Great University: Few universities are enabled to disseminate as much knowledge along the lines of all of life’s activities as does […]
Rural Perspectives: Eastern gray tree frog (Hyla versicolor)
by Diane Constable You never know where you might find the adorable eastern gray tree frog (Hyla versicolor). I found this guy taking a nap in one of my day lily flowers. I also have found them on windows and screens looking for insects that are attracted to the outside lights, and I even had […]
Don’t call it a comeback, for Panther Cubs PTO never left
by Jill Marie Ogden It was March 2020 and the Panther Cubs PTO was cruising along at full tilt. The organization had built up a lot of momentum over the past few years. The group was wrapping up Kids Night Out, an event in partnership with the Athletic Boosters, and was gearing up for a […]
Obituary: Robert Lee Sooy
Robert Lee Sooy, of Westland, MI, formerly of Ypsilanti, age 73, passed away on July 10, 2021 at the Cherry Hill Nursing Home & Rehabilitation Center in Westland. He was born in Stockbridge, MI on April 24, 1948, the son of Sherman and Viola (Risner) Sooy. Rob served in the US Air Force from 1973 […]
Paws and Claws: Microchips help bring lost pets back home
by Cindy Anderson, DVM, Animal Care Clinic Warm summer greetings! Did you know that Aug. 15 is National Check the Chip Day? What does that mean for us as pet owners? Many of us have gone the extra step in order to keep our precious pets safe by having them micro-chipped and registered in the […]
Waterloo Farm Museum celebrates Log Cabin Day
by Arlene Kaiser With all the rain, tornado warnings and hot weather, you would think it would have been a terrible idea to have an outdoor event. But like the pioneers that came before us, we never give up. The event called “Blacksmiths, Soldiers & Log Cabin Weekend” went on June 26 and June 27, […]
Death Notice: Garnett Puckett-Harook
Garnett Puckett-Harook was born on September 19, 1933, in Prestonsburg, KY. Garnett passed away on July 17, 2021, at 87. A Graveside Service is being planned with final details forthcoming. Expressions of sympathy may be made in Garnett’s name to Cascades Humane Society in Jackson, MI. Arrangements by Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge, MI.
Taking a road trip? The library can help
by Head Librarian Sherri McConnell All CADL branches have lifted COVID restrictions, and we are so excited to welcome you back inside the Stockbridge Branch! Browse the shelves, use a computer, make copies or use the Wi-Fi with your own device. Take time to check out the free puzzle and game exchange and the […]