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Active Aging
‘Senior moments’ take on new meaning when traveling For those who are inclined to travel, sometimes retirement can be the best years. Here, a few of our local nomads share with readers some of their standout traveling experiences. Traveling with friends by Judy Williams One of retirement’s great joys is having the time to travel, […]
Rock ‘n’ Roll Trivia
Elvis Presley’s final concert performance by John Robinson Q: What was the last song Elvis Presley ever performed in concert? A: That was Paul Simon’s “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” performed at his final concert in Indianapolis in June 1977. Q: What was the name of the song the Monkees sang at the end of their […]
Woah Nellie!
From stone tablets to the internet, options have evolved for home cooks by Mary Jo David Much as I hold the late Nellie Maxwell, syndicated food columnist, in high esteem, she was far from the first to collect and disseminate recipes. Did you know there’s actually a set of ancient Babylonian tablets that have explanations […]
Reading between the Lines
A.I., money smugglers and a cat named Trouble: We Solve Murders has it all by Jessica Martell “We Solve Murders” is the latest work of Richard Osman and his first novel outside of his wildly successful “Thursday Murder Club” series, the fifth book of which is expected in 2025. Osman made a name for himself […]
Staff Spotlight
Kindergarten teacher Michelle Hedding sees short attention spans and potential for astronomical growth by Mary Jo David Kindergarten teacher Michelle Hedding likes to grow where she is planted. As a child, she grew up on a farm in Chelsea, along with her brother and her parents. She married her high school sweetheart, Kirk, and together, […]
Men of the Hour: Chief David Russell, UTPD
Chief David Russell measures success based on how many people he and the UTPD can help by Mary Jo David Around the world, Nov. 19 is recognized as International Men’s Day to “celebrate, worldwide, the positive value men bring to the world, their families, and communities.” Once again, in our November issue, Stockbridge Community News is featuring Men […]
Ask an Expert: Tips for inspecting your car after a crash
by John and Theresa Kightlinger Car accidents can be unsettling experiences, and while the immediate aftermath often involves addressing personal safety and exchanging information, inspecting your vehicle thoroughly is crucial. Hidden damages may not always be visible, and a comprehensive post-accident inspection is essential for your safety and plays a significant role in ensuring the […]
Positive Parenting: The way of pretend play
by Kelsey Rasmussen “Bum feels sad,” my daughter tells me about her dearest stuffed animal, which she holds tenderly in her arms. “Why does Bum feel sad,” I ask. “Her miss her mommy,” she explains. I know she’s telling me something important, and it might not be about her furry friend. I seize this opportunity […]
Clyde’s Corner
What ‘small town’ means to a proud Stockbridge Panther by Clyde Whitaker Hello again, everyone. As I was mowing the American Legion lawn recently, I was thinking about my column for November. Nothing really struck me, until I saw two basketball legends from our 1971 championship team walking toward me on the sidewalk. Gary Allen […]
Rural Perspectives
Great blue herons are easy to identify in flight by Diane Constable The great blue heron (Ardea herodias) is one of the largest wading birds, with a height up to 4.5 feet, a wingspan of nearly 6.5 feet, and a weight of 5-6 pounds. Although some great blue herons migrate when the weather turns cold, […]