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Stock BIZ: Enjoy some retail therapy and keep holiday shopping local at Country Petals
by Mary Jo David You hear it from family and friends, on the radio and in social media. “This year, more than ever, shop local.” The “Local First” mantra has been circulating for years, but this year, while everyone is feeling the pinch in the midst of a pandemic, local businesses seem to be feeling […]
Staff Spotlight: Second-grade teacher, Nichole Whitt, is influential in early learning.
by Amy Haggerty Math, reading, and writing are some of the most essential skills learned in elementary school. Nichole Whitt, a second-grade teacher at Smith Elementary, loves her job and shows every day that she is up to the challenge of imparting these skills to her students. “I have the honor of interacting with amazing […]
From the Superintendent’s Desk
My first week as Interim Superintendent was unique, and not just because of Covid 19. Returning after seven years was reassuring because I found the district to be in good shape. It was also nice because of the people who work in the district. They make my work easier because they are so good at […]
Reign of the Munith Lions Club depends on community involvement
by Tina Cole-Mullins The end of the year could represent the end of an era. After 67 good years, the Munith Lions Club, which was chartered on December 12, 1953, will be disbanding due to a lack of new members. “As they say, all good things must come to an end, and no statement could […]
Free Thanksgiving Meal from St. Joe’s
As in years past, members of our community who are unable to afford a Thanksgiving meal are invited for a free meal provided by St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the hospital is unable to organize a gathering this year, but meals will be available for curbside pickup at the Chelsea Senior […]
Stockbridge Annual Thanksgiving Dinner Canceled
Dear Community Members: I was informed last week that we are unable to have the Annual Thanksgiving Dinner this year. It is very unfortunate that we are unable to have it, but due to the many risk factors, that was our only option. We have decided to donate $500 to Stockbridge Community Outreach to help […]
Books to be thankful for this Thanksgiving
by Jenna Chapman November is a month usually filled with friends and family, especially around Thanksgiving. The time can be joyful for some or bring up some complicated feelings for others. Either way, escaping into a good book this fall is a great way to mark the season. Here is a list of books with […]
Heartwarming journey for baby Dean David is supported by We Ride For Dean David fundraiser
by Tina Cole-Mullins Earlier this year, as thoughts turned to hearts and valentines, little Dean David Zehr Bair was born with Hypoplastic Right Heart Syndrome (HRHS). As a result, the right side of his heart did not develop, leaving him with only one ventricle and multiple other heart issues. Parents Crystal Zehr and Norman Bair […]
From the CDC: Evidence for Effectiveness of Masks
Masks are recommended as a simple barrier to help prevent respiratory droplets from traveling into the air and onto other people when the person wearing the mask coughs, sneezes, talks, or raises their voice. This is called source control. This recommendation is based on what we know about the role respiratory droplets play in the […]