Death Notice for June 2026
Jody Renee (Hughes) Poe, age 64, of Parma, Michigan, passed away on June 2, 2026. Esther Louise Kapp, age 91, of Stockbridge, MI, passed away on June 5, 2026. Joan Carol Bumpus, of Stockbridge, passed away on June 16, 2026. Avanell “Nell” Olson, age 83, of Stockbridge, Michigan, passed away on June 16, 2026. William […]
Obituary: Becky Rose (Harvey) Wild
Becky Rose (Harvey) Wild, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on August 24, 1952, in Jackson, Michigan, Becky lived a life filled with kindness, laughter, and a deep appreciation for the people and experiences that brought her joy. She cherished traveling with family and specifically […]
A fond farewell to retiring Stockbridge Schools staff
by Mary Jo David This time of year brings much joy as we congratulate high school seniors and all those in the grades below who are advancing on to their next-grade adventures. But with the joy comes a touch of sadness as we also bid farewell to Stockbridge Schools staff who are retiring as of […]
A successful 2nd Annual SASC Golf Outing is in the rearview mirror
The June 5 Stockbridge Area Senior Center golf outing was a great success! Some competed for First Place; some competed for Best Dressed. Regardless of what team they were on, everyone enjoyed themselves. Besides the requisite golf, attendees had an opportunity to win many fun silent auction and raffle prizes. Even nongolfers enjoyed the festivities. […]
Jeffrey Trapp named superintendent of Stockbridge Community Schools effective July 1
by Mary Jo David On June 2, the Stockbridge Community Schools Board of Education named Jeffrey Trapp the new superintendent of Stockbridge Schools, effective July 1. Trapp, principal of the Stockbridge Jr./Sr. High School since 2017, was one of 22 candidates who submitted resumes for the superintendent position earlier in the spring. Five of the […]
Obituary: Esther Louise Kapp
Esther Louise Kapp, of Stockbridge, MI, passed away on June 5, 2026 at the age 91. She was born March 1, 1935, to Francis and Lucille (Huston) Maulbetsch. Esther graduated from Ann Arbor High School class of 1953. She married Richard Walter Kapp in Ann Arbor on June 27, 1953. She grew up on a […]
Village of Stockbridge welcomes new council members amid financial challenges
This spring, the Village of Stockbridge leadership underwent significant change as three of seven trustee positions became vacant and were filled by council appointment. Meredith McManaman and Logan Connolly joined the Stockbridge Village Council in February, and a third position opened on May 21 when Jill Ogden resigned as village president. On June 18, the […]
Enjoy fresh air with free yoga
Information provided by 5 Healthy Towns Foundation Looking for an excuse to get outside this summer? Join 5 Healthy Towns Foundation and our partners for some free yoga sessions! FREE outdoor yoga takes place on Saturdays now through August in Dexter, Chelsea, Grass Lake and Stockbridge at the times listed below. Dexter Wellness Center hosts […]
Obituary: Joan Carol Bumpus
Joan Carol Bumpus passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Joan is survived by her daughters, Carrie (Tim) Johnson, Tracy Bumpus, Amy West (Jason Kallio), and Tammy (Kevin) Basore; and her son, Chuck H. Bumpus Jr. (Nicky Straub); grandchildren: Michael (Isabella) Johnson, Mallari (Rob) Dancer, Jeff West, […]