features
A glance in the rearview mirror
December 1921—Swamp trees for Christmas. Moonshine for hard colds. Worldwide shortage of marriageable men. by Mary Jo David The following news excerpts are from December 1921 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 […]
A local look at Christmas, past and present
by Tina Cole-Mullins The Christmas season is here again and family, friends and community prepare to join as one to celebrate. Jack Frost is nipping at our noses as the weather turns cold and we get our first taste of winter. But this does not deter true Michigander shoppers from pushing through the hustle and […]
Rural Perspectives: The woolly bear caterpillar and the weather
by Diane Constable Will 2022 have a short and mild winter? Who among us has seen the woolly bear caterpillar and not wondered if it really does predict the harshness of the upcoming season? In early spring, the overwintering woolly bear caterpillar will come out of hibernation and form a cocoon. In two weeks, it […]
At 99, Dorene White is the life of the party—again!
by Mary Jo David Family and friends gathered in downtown Stockbridge on Nov. 14 to celebrate Dorene White’s 99th birthday. The momentous occasion for this Stockbridge jewel was celebrated at the Back Street Meeting & Hall Space. The party hall was filled with well-wishers, and Dorene was in her glory surrounded by balloons, flowers, friends, […]
Cindy Elliott named president of IHA medical group
Information from IHA and St. Joe’s IHA, the medical group for Saint Joseph Mercy Health System and a member of Trinity Health, has appointed Cindy Elliott, RN, FACHE, to be its next president. The announcement on Nov. 17, 2021, follows unanimous votes by the IHA Governing Board and the Trinity Health Michigan Board and Elliott’s […]
Paws and Claws
Keep a watchful eye on pets during the holidays by Cindy Anderson, DVM The holiday season is upon us and many pet parents love to include their furry companions in the festivities. It is important to keep your pets’ eating and activity as close to their normal routine as possible. Also, be sure to steer […]
From CADL Stockbridge
Some holiday events coming back to library by Head Librarian Sherri McConnell While some things have been put on hold, some of our much-anticipated holiday traditions have returned to the library this year. The reindeer are coming! Come by CADL Stockbridge on Monday, Dec. 13 from 3:30-5 p.m. to rub their noses and scratch their […]
St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea recognized with an ‘A’ Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade
Information from St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea, a joint venture hospital between Saint Joseph Mercy Health System and University of Michigan Health, announced Nov. 10 that it has received an “A” Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade for fall 2021. This national distinction recognizes achievement in protecting patients from harm and error within each […]
Reading Between the Lines
Fun titles for children and pets to enjoy this holiday season by Shuyler Clark With the frigid winter settling in and kids out of school for the holidays, parents may want a distraction for their children during slow days. Reading to pets is a perfect activity to pass the time and has many benefits, including […]
Staff Spotlight: Parapro Delores Shippe—Grandma Dee—has a special gift
by Amy Haggerty Working with children who have special needs has become one of Delores Shippe’s callings in life. She currently works at Stockbridge Junior/Senior High School, supporting classroom teachers and assisting students with learning difficulties so they can function in the classroom with one-on-one help. “I love high school and, yes, after all these […]