Capital Area District Libraries Reopens Branches to Provide Computer Access
Lansing, MI – Starting Monday, Oct. 5, Capital Area District Libraries (CADL) will welcome the public back inside its 13 locations for computer use by appointment. This will be the first time the public is allowed inside since CADL closed its branches on March 16 due to the COVID-19 pandemic and related executive orders. “Many members of our […]
For the love of bread: A tribute to John Savanna, owner and founder of Mill Pond Bakery (Part 1)
by Laura Tucker Honig and Joan Tucker This past spring, amidst the dark, quiet days early in the COVID-19 pandemic, our community lost an inspirational icon. John Savanna, artisan baker and founder of Mill Pond Bakery (later Mill Pond Bread), died at the age of 72 on May 15, 2020. John and his supportive wife, […]
STOCKBRIDGE COMMUNITY OUTREACH TEMPORARY DONATION POLICY 9/23/20
A lot of people are wondering if we are accepting donations of used clothing and household goods yet. While we had hoped to open up donations to the public earlier, the response to the Lakewood fire was so great that we are still processing it, with a minimal volunteer staff. Monday, October 5th, we […]
Girl Scout initiative culminates with crosswalk renovations at Clinton and Elizabeth streets
by Patrice Johnson Pass by the school crosswalk at Elizabeth and S. Clinton streets, and no doubt you will notice quality new renovations. But do you know the story behind how these improvements came about? The backstory is as impressive as the renovations themselves. Last June, Chief of Police Johnnie Torres, Jr. was approached by […]
Stockbridge boys and girls cross country teams finish second at Lakewood GLAC Jamboree
The Boys and Girls Cross Country teams competed well at the 1st GLAC Jamboree in Lakewood. Both teams finished in 2nd place. Rylee Tolson was the overall winner for the girls race. Brandon Howlett and Julianna Debozy each ran personal best times.
FROM CADL STOCKBRIDGE
by Head Librarian Sherri McConnell A reoccurring theme in current events is diversity and inclusion. Among library staff that includes authors and book topics. To encourage community conversations in areas like poverty, social justice and Hispanic American voices, CADL is sponsoring the Read Woke Challenge now through October 31! Read books from three of the […]
Stockbridge trails don’t groom themselves
by Mary Jo David If the activity and vehicles at the trailheads are any indication, trails around Stockbridge have become quite popular, and people are getting out and enjoying nature a lot more. But trails don’t groom themselves. Thankfully, three local residents of Stockbridge—Clair and Linda Risner and David Mancini—share a strong appreciation for nature […]
National Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Area family’s 1977 tragedy changed laws on domestic violence
by Tina Cole-Mullins First of two parts On March 9, 1977, I heard a knock on our door and voices. My childlike curiosity led me to leave the warm security of my bed. Walking quietly down the hallway to the living room, my sleep-filled eyes struggled to focus and I saw it was the teenage […]
UTPD Activity from Saturday, Aug 1 – Monday, Aug 31, 2020
Saturday 8/1 Assist EMS – Barton Rd Follow up – Spears Rd Sunday 8/2 Assist Fire Department – Spears Rd Monday 8/3 Electrical Hazzard – Dexter Trail Domestic – Kathryn Ct Assist EMS – Doyle Rd Suspicious Situation – Main St Assist Fire Department – Unadilla Rd/Doyle Rd Tuesday 8/4 Animal Complaint – San Souci […]
St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea Receives 2020 Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Award for Patient Experience
CHELSEA, Mich. (Sept. 14, 2020) – St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea (SJMC) has been named a 2020 Guardian of Excellence Award® winner by Press Ganey for the sixth year in a row. The hospital has been recognized for achieving the 95th percentile or above in the area of Patient Experience in the Emergency Department and Inpatient Behavioral Health. According to SJMC President and CEO […]