Death Notice: Karen Marjorie Heeney
Karen Marjorie Heeney (née Ahlbaum) of Stockbridge, MI, aged 74, died on August 16, 2020. According to her wishes, cremation has taken place. A celebration of her life will be held at a later date, and a future notice with service dates will follow. Expressions of sympathy may be directed to Stockbridge Area Emergency Services […]
The Founders of the Waterloo Area Historical Society (Part 1)
by Arlene Kaiser This is the first of a three-part series. The Waterloo Area Historical Society was the driving force behind the restoration of the Realy farmstead to become the Waterloo Farm Museum. As we look to the future with great concern, I’m taken back to our past. How our ancestors survived through illness, drought, […]
UTPD Activity from Wednesday, July 1-Friday, July 31, 2020
Wednesday, 7/1 Medical-Kathryn Ct./W. M-36 Welfare Check-Woodside Dr./Lake Shore Dr. Domestic Physical-Location Undisclosed Thursday, 7/2 Assist EMS–/Fall-Pleasant Dr./Woodside Dr. Electrical Hazard-Joslin Lake Rd./Hadley Rd. Respond to Alarm-Worden Rd./Doyle Rd. DHS Referral-Location Undisclosed Property Damage Accident-Main St./Dewey St. Friday, 7/3 Assist EMS – W. M-36 Fraud – Main St. Animal complaint – Stockbridge St. Assist EMS […]
Annual Stockbridge Athletic Boosters Golf Scramble a Success, despite Covid-19 restrictions
by Mackenzie Williams The 26th Annual Stockbridge Athletic Boosters Golf Scramble, held July 31 at Hankerd Hills Golf Course in Pleasant Lake, raised funds from golfers and local business sponsors to help fund Stockbridge High School athletic programs. On hand and coordinating the event were coaches Jeremy Killinger, Steve Allison, Jeff Trapp, and Darren Hejnal. […]
Staff Spotlight: Early childhood parapro Lori Cook assists children in developing a strong foundation
by Amy Haggerty A preschool paraprofessional is an important member of the educational team as they assist in orienting young children to education, care, and nurturing in the classroom. Lori Cook has been working with this age group for twenty years in the Stockbridge Community School District. Every day she assists young students with handling […]
Julianne Muscato, Second Place Winner of This I Believe Contest
Below, is the second essay of the three month student written, “This I Believe,” column. We are pleased to feature Julianne Muscato’s “This I Believe” essay. The essays, submitted anonymously to a Friends of the Library panel, are reviewed and winners recommended. The Friends then contribute $25 to first place, $15 to second place and […]
Comment to the Editor
by Amy Haggerty A quote from Benjamin Franklin 1722 Submitted by, Jane James an avid reader of Stockbridge Community News “Whoever would overthrow the liberty of a nation must begin by subduing the freeness of speech.”
Visiting Parks and Recreational Facilities
From the CDC: Protect Yourself and Others from COVID-19 Staying physically active is one of the best ways to keep your mind and body healthy. In many areas, people can visit parks, trails, campgrounds, and open spaces as a way to relieve stress, get some fresh air, and stay active. While these facilities and areas can offer health benefits, […]
Death Notice: Duane I. McCann
Duane I. McCann, age 83, of Leslie, MI, passed away on July 30, 2020. He was born on October 17, 1936 in Bunkerhill Township. A Graveside Service is scheduled for Tuesday, August 4, 2020, 11:00 a.m., at Oaklawn Cemetery, Stockbridge, with Pastor Toby Teague officiating. Funeral Directors are following current CDC recommendations during the COVID-19 […]