Business
Alternative energy company in discussions to locate a solar farm in Stockbridge Township
By Bob Castle If details can be worked out, plots of land on the former Krummrey farm in Stockbridge Township may become home to an alternative, energy-producing solar farm. Last year, the Krummrey farm was divided and sold to several different farm development investment companies. Now, Arizona-based Cypress Creek Renewables, a provider of solar farm […]
New property owners announce future plans for Willow Creek golf course
revised 2/19/2018 By Abigail Walls Sometimes, there’s a grove of trees or a lovely pond, maybe even a fountain—but rarely, if ever, will you find a farm in the midst of a golf course. With the sale closed and the final ink dry, Stockbridge residents Justin and Laura Walsh announced on Facebook on Feb. 13 […]
Stockbridge Manufacturing: Home to a proud past and promising future
By Roberta Ludtke In the early part of November 1948, Osborne Builders from Gregory put up walls for what would soon become Stockbridge Manufacturing. On Nov. 15, the builders took a week off for deer hunting season, and when they returned, heavy winds had knocked down the walls. Today, this company that started with a […]
Boos Products contributes to the marvels of modern machinery
by Bob Castle Many of us stand amazed at the feats of modern machinery. From the production of hair-thin hypodermic needles to the life-support equipment and docking stations of the International Space Station, machines impact our lives in phenomenal ways. Behind the scenes and often unnoticed, design engineers are plying their genius to create these […]
Spotlight on Munith manufacturing: SMW Manufacturing
by Cindy Lance Manufacturing jobs are critical to the productivity of the nation, and they bring vitality to a community. On a personal level, local manufacturing translates to jobs and bolsters the quality of life in an area. The unincorporated community of Munith is fortunate to be home to SMW: SMW Manufacturing Inc: Growing and […]
Architectural consultant calls for immediate evacuation of downtown Stockbridge retail building
By Patrice Johnson Sources report that when Judi Cook, owner of BA Sports and Cravingz, hired an architectural consultant to look at her buildings in the hope of expanding seating for Cravingz, what she received for her troubles was a letter of condemnation. After onsite inspection the consultant, working in conjunction with Tiger Construction Management, issued […]
New business opens in Munith
By Patrice Johnson The corner of M-106 and Coonhill Road in Munith is home to a new business. On January 8, Kim Pelham and Kasey Ousley opened an automotive repair shop. Our Family Garage is starting out with one full time mechanic and hopes grow bigger. “We have seen a few new faces already.” Pelham […]
Munith Café opens under new management
By Cindy Lance While the Sasquatch statue still stands guard over the Munith Café, big changes are afoot. After a brief shutdown, the restaurant reopened Jan. 1 under new management. Thanks to partners Jesse Fowler and Patrick Crabtree, breakfast is now served daily from 8:00 a.m. until noon with more hours to come in the […]
Farmers State Bank donates $1,850 to Stockbridge Area Educational Foundation through its Casual Because We Care Program
The employees of Farmers State Bank recently presented a check to Chuck Wisman for the Stockbridge Area Education Foundation for $1,850.00. These funds came from the bank’s Casual Because We Care Program, an optional program for employees to wear jeans on Fridays for a small fee. According to Chief Marketing Officer Laurie Goodlock, CFMP, “Each […]
Enbridge Tour: A Lesson in Risk Management
Article and photos by Michael Sweet “Welcome to Enbridge Stockbridge Terminal!” rang a greeting to visitors from Enbridge employees Lara Hamsher and Rob Kitchen. After formal introductions and before commencing a tour of the grounds, Hamsher, Enbridge Community Engagement Advisor, led the way down a hallway to a conference room for a quick overview of the […]