Thank you, Chuck Wisman
by Jennifer Hammerberg Chuck Wisman, after serving the maximum number of terms on the board of directors of the Stockbridge Area Educational Foundation—a total of 12 years—is stepping down. Members of SAEF’s board were quick to express their gratitude to Wisman for his service to the organization whose mission is to fund programs and projects […]
Five books to curl up with this holiday season
by Jenna Chapman It’s hard to believe that this whirlwind of a year is coming to a close. While the holidays might look different for your family this season, I still hope you have the chance to be grateful for good health. This year has shown us that the little things are the most important. […]
A glance in the rearview mirror: Decembers in years gone by and a special thanks to Genealogical Society
by Mary Jo David Author’s Note: The “Rearview Mirror” columns depend on access to the historical newspaper archives that were previously kept on aging microfilm at the Stockbridge Community Library. To the delight of this author and, it’s safe to say, anyone who requires access to old newspaper articles at the Library, the Ingham County […]
Death Notice: Byron J. Stanfield
Byron J. Stanfield, age 90, of Munith, MI and Houghton Lake, MI, passed away on November 17, 2020 at the Chelsea Retirement Community. He was born in Munith, MI on October 6, 1930. Due to Covid-19 concerns, a memorial service will be held at a later date. Those wishing to make a memorial contribution in […]
2020 Halloween Lamppost Citywide Decorations
Below is a list of the 2020 lamppost decorating contest. Good Manna for Dora’s Cupboard $1058 Cathy Bliss for student scholarship $759 Kruger family for student scholarship $502 Simpy You for special education $391 Uihlein family for First Robotics $365 Elder Ridge for school lunches $347 Panther Cub PTO $373
FROM CADL STOCKBRIDGE
by Head Librarian Sherri McConnell Submitted Nov. 15, 2020 The Stockbridge Branch is bringing on the holiday feeling! This year we’re excited to work with Bethany Stone and The Painted Owl to provide painting kits with a wintery theme. Beginning December 5th, you can reserve a kit by calling the library at 517-851-7810 or requesting […]
Jackie Scheller’s entrepreneurship gene inspires her to open local real estate broker office
by Mary Jo David Jackie Scheller of Stockbridge is a woman who has worn many hats, but her most recent “retirement hat” didn’t agree with her, so she decided to pursue her real estate broker’s license. Effective September 14, 2020, Scheller founded Performance Realty with an office located in the Back Street Building on North […]
Stock BIZ: Enjoy some retail therapy and keep holiday shopping local at Country Petals
by Mary Jo David You hear it from family and friends, on the radio and in social media. “This year, more than ever, shop local.” The “Local First” mantra has been circulating for years, but this year, while everyone is feeling the pinch in the midst of a pandemic, local businesses seem to be feeling […]
Death Notice: Joan Kehres
Joan M. (Merritt) Kehres, of Webberville, MI, age 84, passed away on Tuesday, November 17, 2020. Joan was born on April 29, 1936, in Detroit, MI, the daughter of Norman Lorne and Evelyn (Ertelt) Merritt. Services and burial are private. Expressions of sympathy may be made in memory of Joan to Vantown Community Church. Arrangements […]