Facing a Blue Christmas?
by Diane Rockall Christmas songs are starting to make their way into the stores, along with decorations and sales, and while many look forward to the holidays as a time of gathering with friends and families, there are those for whom the holidays are a dreaded time of year. Crossroads Community Church wants to offer […]
Crossroads Community Church’s new Bridge Builders initiative
by Diane Rockall “Mobilizing the community to serve our neighbors who could use a helping hand.” Mission Statement of Crossroads Community Church’s new Bridge Builders initiative. October started with a literal “bang” for members of the newly-formed Bridge Builders as they put their hammers to work helping a single mom with some repairs on her […]
Hometown hero: WWI casualty Leslie Richmond
by Richard Ramsdell Leslie Mack Richmond was born on a farm northwest of Stockbridge on March 16, 1895. His parents were Arthur Leslie Richmond and Phila J. Townsend. They moved to the village of Stockbridge in 1898. He served in the Michigan National Guard from 1915 to 1917, spending some time at the Mexican border. […]
Masons make donation
by Bonnie Davidson “Many hands make light work” could very well be the motto of the Stockbridge Teen Center. Not only have they rounded up many volunteers to help oversee the new youth gathering spot, they’ve also found local groups willing to help fund some of the costs. The Stockbridge Masonic Lodge #130 Free & […]
Two Uncaged news students earned individual national recognition
by Elizabeth Cyr We are very proud to announce that two Uncaged news students earned individual national recognition for their news design work. The Columbia Scholastic Press Association announced the winners from its 36th Gold Circle Awards program. This year, these categories attracted 7187 news and magazines entries submitted in 86 categories. Informational graphics: Portfolio of […]
Manna Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting. ‘Food Worth Walking About’
by Tina Cole-Mullins, Photos by DigitalCrumbs Photography and Jason Allen A ribbon cutting ceremony was held for the new Manna, Monday, Oct. 4. The event, sponsored by the Stockbridge Area Chamber of Commerce, officially recognized the village’s latest new business and welcomed owners Naomi and Kevin Carson. In a show of support, […]
Capital Area District Library Earns 2019 State Librarian’s Excellence Award
Press Release October 7, 2019 LANSING – Capital Area District Library (CADL) is the recipient of the 2019 State Librarian’s Excellence Award for superior customer service, State Librarian Randy Riley announced today. “Selecting one library for this recognition is quite difficult,” said Riley. “The Capital Area District Library impacts Ingham County communities daily and consistently […]
Stockbridge Teacher Nikki Myers shares with her students the wisdom that comes with years of experience
by Amy Haggerty Nikki Myers has taught for Stockbridge Schools for 24 years. She has taught a variety of grades, including first through fourth, plus sixth, seventh, and Title I. Myers grew up in Stockbridge, and her parents, Roger and Sharon, stayed in the Stockbridge area. Teaching was in her blood, considering her father taught […]
Saint Joseph Mercy Health System to host health ministry seminar in Manchester on October 15
CHELSEA, Mich. (Oct. 3, 2019) – Saint Joseph Mercy Health System will host a gathering of faith leaders and a national expert in Manchester on October 15 to explore the concept of Health Ministry. Attendees of the event, which will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., will have an opportunity to learn how […]
Waterloo Township Board Unapproved Meeting Minutes September 24, 2019
September 24, 2019 7:00 P.M. 9773 Mt. Hope Road Munith, MI 49259 Call to Order: 7:01 p.m. Pledge Present: Lance, Walz, Kitley, McAlister, Morency. 8 residents present along with Charlie Barnum, Building Inspector. Public Comment: None Consent Agenda: Walz motioned with support from McAlister to approve the consent agenda as presented. Aye/all; no/none. Motion […]