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From the superintendent’s desk
Thanks to all for supporting district during pandemic Hello Stockbridge Families, We know that the last two years have been two of the most challenging years for many people. We wanted to express our appreciation for those in our community who have helped to navigate this difficult situation of enduring a pandemic. We hope that […]
Rock ‘n’ Roll Trivia
Where did Lynyrd Skynyrd, Village People get their names? by John Robinson Q: Who was the real guy that Lynyrd Skynyrd named themselves after? A: Lynyrd Skynyrd originally used the band name “The Noble Five” and “One Percent” before naming themselves after Leonard Skinner, a gym coach at Robert E. Lee High in Jacksonville, Florida. […]
From CADL Stockbridge
Library millage on Aug. 2 ballot in Ingham County by Head Librarian Sherri McConnell Capital Area District Libraries’ millage is up for restoration and renewal on the Aug. 2 ballot for those who own homes in Ingham County. The millage provides 90% of CADL’s operating budget. If the millage does not pass, many library services […]
You won’t want to wait ‘Until September’ to read this debut
by Shuyler Clark Given the prevalence of coming-of-age stories, the genre can feel stale as authors recycle tropes and plotlines. In his debut novel, Until September, Michigan native Harker Jones reinvents these tropes, subverting the typical with a tale that reflects harsh realities. In the turbulent ’60s, Kyle spends every summer on an island with […]
A glance in the rearview mirror
August 1922: Howard vs. Hawk. Take “ICE” out of Service. Dandelions picked by the pound. by Mary Jo David The following news excerpts are from August 1922 editions of the Stockbridge Brief-Sun newspaper. These are mostly reproduced in the original, without edits or corrections. Visit the Stockbridge Library to view electronic copies of old local […]
Outreach in Action
Tide Me Over tackles food insecurity challenges for school-aged children by Jo Mayer and Paul Crandall Lately the pandemic has cast a brighter light on food insecurity in our country, but the problem is hardly new. In fact, a Stockbridge Community Outreach program to send home backpacks of food with kids who qualify for the […]
Rural Perspectives: Spunky eastern chipmunk builds its own den
by Diane Constable The charming eastern chipmunk (Tamias striatus) lives in woodlands and is often found living near people. Loners by nature, each chipmunk builds its own personal den with multiple entries and drainage tunnels and separate places to store foods, sleep and take care of babies. They have litters twice each year with the […]
Bridge to Wellness
August: Pre- and post-workout snacks by Sophia Speroff, MPH, RD Even if you are trying to lose weight, give your body the energy it needs to do the task you want. Nutrient-dense meals provide sustained energy and improved mental performance while also aiding in weight management. So, you may be asking — What should I […]
Clyde’s Corner: For the coaches in my life… thank you, thank you!
by Clyde Whitaker Hello again everyone, I hope you are enjoying your summer! I have been thinking about my August column, and after seeing my varsity basketball coach Phil Hora recently, I decided to write about the coaches that helped shape my life. My parents Jim and Delberta Whitaker were my first coaches, showing me […]
Paws and Claws: Feline leukemia inhibits a cat’s immune system
by Cindy Anderson, DVM Feline leukemia virus, also known as FeLV, is one of the more common infectious diseases affecting cats. Based on the name, most think that FeLV is a blood cancer like leukemia in humans. But it is actually a contagious retrovirus that suppresses a cat’s immune system. Feline leukemia is spread between […]