features
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 […]
Community donations boost ‘Stockbridge Fire Victims Fund’ to nearly $30K
by Tina Cole-Mullins In the weeks following a large fire Aug. 11 at Lakewood Apartments in downtown Stockbridge, the generous community rallied to support the 15 families who lost their homes in the blaze. Rob Beam, owner of Rob’s Pizza, a community asset close to 40 years, took to social media to kick off a […]
Jeannine Wayman stays active, involved in her community
by Joan Tucker Jeannine Wayman, whose smiling face is very recognizable in the Stockbridge community, is a quiet, steadfast and lovely 86-year-old woman. She believes in being active and involved. She walks her little dog Georgetta, a Miniature Goldendoodle, twice each day. Going to the Stockbridge Wellness Center was one of her weekly activities. As […]
StockBIZ: As weather turns colder, a local business helps keep creatures from invading your space
by Mary Jo David If you were born and raised in the city and spent years raising kids in the suburbs, you aren’t quite ready for the critters that surround you when you move out to the country. Such is the tale of this city-girl-turned-country-girl! After two years in the country, this author has learned […]