Deductions in the new federal tax bill explained
by Cherie Van Blaircum On July 4, 2025, the President signed into law the sweeping tax code named the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. This law made permanent the tax code changes of 2017 under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), including the higher Standard Deduction amount, the Qualified Business Income Deduction, the State […]
Bridge to Wellness
Navigating the back-to-school transition: Managing emotions and setting yourself up for success by Kristen Chandler and Lauren Heidrich As summer winds down, the transition back into the busy routines of school can stir up a mix of emotions for students and parents. For some, there’s excitement about reuniting with friends and getting involved in activities […]
Outreach in Action: In its 16th year, Tide Me Over helps about 100 families each week
by Jo Mayer and Paul Crandall As high food prices, tariff threats and SNAP benefit cuts loom over family food budgets, Stockbridge Community Outreach offers a ray of light with a program designed especially for kids from food insecure households. Now in its 16th year (with a COVID-induced break in 2020), the Outreach Tide Me […]
Voices of Service
Community is Key: Shannon Beutler’s Commitment to Serve by Melissa McPherson Shannon Beutler finds fulfillment in serving others. As a licensed Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) with the Unadilla Township Fire Department (UTFD), she responds to medical emergencies, accidents, and fires, providing medical assistance to residents, often on the worst days of their lives. “It’s about […]
Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp nurtures Stockbridge talent
Compiled by Kate Fox Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp spans 1,600 acres within western Michigan’s Manistee National Forest and hosts more than 5,400 students. Each summer, attendees are immersed in music, art, dance, and theater at the camp. Four Stockbridge area students had the opportunity to attend Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp to immerse themselves […]
Positive Parenting: Use intentional conversations to connect and engage with your teen
by Leanne Trapp Let’s face it, raising a teen is not for the weak. With all of the hormonal imbalances, mood swings, social challenges and changes happening in their lives, it can be extremely hard to connect with them. However, that is exactly what they crave. Connection. To feel included, heard, loved. They need real […]
Dear Gabbie: …
“Dear Gabbie” is written with the simple hope of bringing a few smiles to your day and is not meant to replace the advice of professionals… especially your mom! Dear Gabbie: Why do some people insist on leaving their shopping carts next to other people’s cars instead of putting them in the cart corrals? Dear […]
Rick Sperling’s ‘A Joyride in Memory Care’ takes the stage in Jackson
Information provided by Dementia Friendly Services Saline On Sunday, Sept. 21 at 2:00 p.m., at the Ella Sharp Museum Community Room (3225 4th Street in Jackson), the community is invited to attend this moving and surprisingly joyful theatrical experience: “A Joyride in Memory Care,” written and performed by award-winning playwright, director, and actor Rick Sperling. This […]
Obituary: Larry R. Humrich
Larry R. Humrich, age 80, of Stockbridge, MI, passed away on August 19, 2025 at the VA Hospital in Ann Arbor, MI. Larry was born on April 21, 1945 in Howell, MI, the son of Ralph and Kathryn (Roberts) Humrich. Larry had lived in the Stockbridge area all of his life where he worked as […]
Obituary: Merry Luanne Ranck Davidson and Jo Edward Davidson
Merry Luanne Ranck Davidsonof Collierville, TN, formerly of Stockbridge, MI Age 90, died December 26, 2024. She was born March 3, 1934 in Bunkerhill, Ingham County, MI, the daughter of Clarence Wilbur “Jack” Ranck and Merry Myrle (Mears) Ranck. Merry’s brother was Jack. Merry graduated from Stockbridge High School, 1951. She attended Michigan State Normal […]