Outreach in Action
Cindy Ashley devotes time to two passions: Stockbridge Community Outreach and Celebrate Recovery by Jo Mayer and Paul Crandall Cindy Ashley, a retired General Motors machinist after 32 years, loves a lot: God, her family and friends, horses, donkeys, dogs, sweets, and much more. Two passions, in particular, keep her fulfilled and grounded: volunteering at […]
Rural Perspectives: Common milkweed attracts butterflies, bees
by Diane Constable Our native common milkweed (Asclepias syriaca) gets the first part of its scientific name from Asklepios, the Greek god of healing and medicine, as the plant was known to have many medicinal uses. We can see it growing along roadsides, farm field edges, and in naturalized gardens to attract and feed butterflies […]
Check it out: Every day is a fun day at Veterans Memorial Park
Information provided by Jo Mayer and sponsoring organizations. Photos by Judy Williams and Mary Jo David On Tuesday, July 18, Veterans Memorial Park in downtown Stockbridge was a beehive of activity for Playtime in the Park, sponsored by the Village of Stockbridge, the Stockbridge Area Wellness Coalition (SAWC) and the 5 Healthy Towns Foundation (5HT). […]
Clyde’s Corner: Hardworking and caring, my dad was the best!
by Clyde Whitaker Hello again everyone! I just want to thank those who tell me how much you enjoy reading my stories. It is very humbling, and I really appreciate the feedback. I am so lucky to be able to write a monthly column for the Stockbridge Community News and share some of my memories […]
Bicyclists take a well-deserved break in Gregory on their Great Lake-to-Lake Trails bicycle trek
by Mary Jo David Shade trees are in short supply on the route for the Gregory Fourth of July Parade. But seated in a prime, shady spot on M-36 near the corner of Main Street were two gentlemen who had traveled farther than most. Arriving from the Gregory trailhead of Michigan’s Mike Levine Lakelands Trail, […]
Ask an Expert: What you need to know about repairing your vehicle’s hail damage
by John and Theresa Kightlinger Hail damage season is upon us. As the seasons change from spring to summer, it’s important to be aware of the fact that hail often comes along for the ride. The Midwest faces severe weather that usually produces seven to nine hail days per year. With those storms, come hundreds […]
Obituary: Marilyn Ann Katz
Marilyn Ann Katz at the age of 84 went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She passed in peace on her family farm the evening of Tuesday, July 11, 2023. She was the daughter of Elmer and Elizabeth (Graf) Lytle, born on November 15, 1938. Marilyn was raised in the Millville area […]
Waterloo Township Board Unapproved Meeting Minutes May 23, 2023
Call to Order and Pledge: 7:00 p.m. Present: Lance, Walz, McAlister, Beck. Also present: 7 residents and guests including Deputies Jim Moore and Andrea Denoyer. Public Comment: Sharon Houck said a prayer for the Township. Bill Richardson reported on State House Committee regarding gravel pit legislation. He testified a couple of weeks ago. The legislation […]
Real Estate News & Views
For sale by owner: Is it the right solution for you? by Jackie Scheller, Real Estate Broker You may have noticed more “for sale by owner” signs popping up in your neighborhood than ever before. I can tell you why and if it is a good idea. Research indicates that available home inventory is at […]