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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 […]
Not Your Grandma’s Lifestyle
Published in Uncaged, May 2022 by Alyssa VanHook, Uncaged Staff Reporter Generational differences lie deep within the core values and beliefs that a group of people were raised with and that the majority share. As time progresses, the generations after them seem to have completely different preferences in life. One very important difference in the […]
Ask an Expert: All about diagnostic scans and calibrations
by John and Theresa Kightlinger Many of the features on newer cars are enabled by highly technical computer systems, which the industry refers to as Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). You likely have a car with ADAS already — these include items like sensors in your bumper that alert you when you get too close […]
STOCKBRIDGE TOWNSHIP MEETING MINUTES for June 20, 2022
Stockbridge Township Supervisor CG Lantis called the Regular Stockbridge Township Board Meeting to order on June 20, 2022, at 7:30pm at the Stockbridge Township Hall. Members present at the Stockbridge Township Regular Board Meeting; Supervisor CG Lantis, Clerk Becky Muraf, Treasurer James Wireman, Trustee Ed Wetherell Trustee Terry Sommer Member absent from meeting: None Pledge […]
Paws and Claws: How to prevent the trauma of losing a pet
by Cindy Anderson, DVM July is National Lost Pet Prevention Month. Losing a pet is just like losing any loved one, and it is an experience that no one should ever have to go though. A pet gets lost every 2 seconds in the United States. This is most concerning as only 1 in every […]
From CADL Stockbridge
Library’s Wednesday hours expand, Wonders series continues by Head Librarian Sherri McConnell You asked and we heard you. The Stockbridge Branch is now open until 7 p.m. on Wednesdays. Now you have more time to pick up a hold, choose a movie, send a fax or play with LEGOs. Our open hours throughout the week […]
A glance in the rearview mirror
July 1922: Jury service $4/day. Indoor toilets voted down. Lost Atlantis—found? by Mary Jo David The following news excerpts are from July 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 news publications dating back […]