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Stockbridge Area Educational Foundation’s first virtual fundraiser a success, raising over $19K
by Judy Williams The first Stockbridge Area Educational Foundation (SAEF) Festival of Tables virtual auction was a huge success. The weeklong event from March 20 to March 27 offered 196 items donated by various individuals and businesses. The proceeds from the auction, totaling $18,027, will be used by the foundation for scholarships and grants. One-hundred […]
A grateful community bids farewell to Mark Schroeder, retired Unadilla Township fire chief
by Judy Williams With a heavy heart, community members said a final farewell to Mark Schroeder in a memorial service held at the Unadilla Township Fire Station on Sunday, March 28. He had always considered the station his true home. “The department became his family,” said a somber Linda Topping, Unadilla Township clerk. “He saw […]
Books to pick up in April as spring signals better times ahead
by Jenna Chapman The days are getting longer, the weather is getting warmer, and we might be turning a corner with the pandemic coming to an end soon. I am hopeful for this time of renewal, fresh air, and fresh starts. If your interest in reading is starting to bloom, here are some books that […]
Recalling the good old days in Stockbridge
by Mary Lou (Shellenbarger) Clifton Old folks, of whom I guess I am one, often throw out the phrase, “the good old days.” But just for a moment, put aside the computer, the smartphone, the iPad. You get the idea. In 1947, my dad accepted a teaching position in the Stockbridge Schools. So my parents, […]
Recalling the good old days in Stockbridge
by Mary Lou (Shellenbarger) Clifton Old folks, of whom I guess I am one, often throw out the phrase, “the good old days.” But just for a moment, put aside the computer, the smartphone, the iPad. You get the idea. In 1947, my dad accepted a teaching position in the Stockbridge Schools. So my parents, […]
5 Healthy Towns Foundation announces retirement of long-time CEO Amy Heydlauff
On March 22, 5 Healthy Towns Foundation (5HF) announced that its first chief executive officer, Amy Heydlauff, will retire in July 2021. 5HF is a community-wellness foundation that serves the Michigan school districts of Stockbridge, Chelsea, Dexter, Grass Lake, and Manchester with a mission to cultivate personal and community wellness. They currently oversee three wellness […]
5 Healthy Towns Foundation announces retirement of long-time CEO Amy Heydlauff
On March 22, 5 Healthy Towns Foundation (5HF) announced that its first chief executive officer, Amy Heydlauff, will retire in July 2021. 5HF is a community-wellness foundation that serves the Michigan school districts of Stockbridge, Chelsea, Dexter, Grass Lake, and Manchester with a mission to cultivate personal and community wellness. They currently oversee three wellness […]
Onondaga Dragway revving up plans for racing once again
New owner launches other events at site until track can reopen by Tina Cole-Mullins With the coming of warm spring days, there also appears to be new activities and excitement at the embattled Onondaga Dragway on Bellevue Road in Onondaga. Recently, even the “Save the Onondaga Dragway” Facebook page has a breath of fresh air […]
StockBIZ: Stockbridge landscaping businesses gear up for a long, busy season
by Mary Jo David This is a great time to be in a landscaping business. According to an August 2020 CNBC article, the online Houzz home remodeling platform reported a 58% annual increase in project leads for professionals in June 2020. Of those, professionals working on outdoor spaces saw the biggest increase in demand. Additionally, […]
SCN writers bring home honors in competition with 21 states
by Agnes Geiger The Stockbridge Community News earned six awards in this year’s National Federation of Press Women’s At-Large Communications Contest. This is the fourth consecutive year that SCN’s writers were honored in the contest. “The at-large contest is extremely competitive and (these awards showcase) your amazing writing talents,” said Teri Ehresman, of Idaho, NFPW […]