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Woah Nellie!
From stone tablets to the internet, options have evolved for home cooks by Mary Jo David Much as I hold the late Nellie Maxwell, syndicated food columnist, in high esteem, she was far from the first to collect and disseminate recipes. Did you know there’s actually a set of ancient Babylonian tablets that have explanations […]
Reading between the Lines
A.I., money smugglers and a cat named Trouble: We Solve Murders has it all by Jessica Martell “We Solve Murders” is the latest work of Richard Osman and his first novel outside of his wildly successful “Thursday Murder Club” series, the fifth book of which is expected in 2025. Osman made a name for himself […]
Family Dollar/Dollar Tree celebrates new store in Pleasant Lake
by Tina Cole-Mullins The Pleasant Lake Family Dollar/Dollar Tree store held a grand opening ceremony on Saturday, Oct. 19, at the newest store location on Berry Road. Activities included music, a prize wheel, face painting, and a kids zone. Food samples prepared from Family Dollar products also were available. Festivities started at 10 a.m. with […]
‘Costume pickleball’ was a thing for one evening
When a community message board puts out a notice to show up for a Halloween Costume Pickleball Game, those who love the game can’t ignore the challenge. Observers who happened by the tennis/pickleball courts at Veterans Park in Stockbridge on Oct. 22, were in for some entertainment! Photos by Gary Hicks
Michigan McDonald’s restaurants raise nearly $150,000 for local high school athletics
Stockbridge High School is on the list of recipients McDonald’s fans across Michigan have rallied in support of 341 local high school athletic programs, raising an impressive $147,242.55 during the inaugural High School Sports Digital Fundraiser Day. This initiative allowed McDonald’s owner/operators to contribute 20 percent of all sales made through the McDonald’s app on […]
Staff Spotlight
Kindergarten teacher Michelle Hedding sees short attention spans and potential for astronomical growth by Mary Jo David Kindergarten teacher Michelle Hedding likes to grow where she is planted. As a child, she grew up on a farm in Chelsea, along with her brother and her parents. She married her high school sweetheart, Kirk, and together, […]
Men of the Hour: Chief David Russell, UTPD
Chief David Russell measures success based on how many people he and the UTPD can help by Mary Jo David Around the world, Nov. 19 is recognized as International Men’s Day to “celebrate, worldwide, the positive value men bring to the world, their families, and communities.” Once again, in our November issue, Stockbridge Community News is featuring Men […]
Ask an Expert: Tips for inspecting your car after a crash
by John and Theresa Kightlinger Car accidents can be unsettling experiences, and while the immediate aftermath often involves addressing personal safety and exchanging information, inspecting your vehicle thoroughly is crucial. Hidden damages may not always be visible, and a comprehensive post-accident inspection is essential for your safety and plays a significant role in ensuring the […]
Positive Parenting: The way of pretend play
by Kelsey Rasmussen “Bum feels sad,” my daughter tells me about her dearest stuffed animal, which she holds tenderly in her arms. “Why does Bum feel sad,” I ask. “Her miss her mommy,” she explains. I know she’s telling me something important, and it might not be about her furry friend. I seize this opportunity […]
Clyde’s Corner
What ‘small town’ means to a proud Stockbridge Panther by Clyde Whitaker Hello again, everyone. As I was mowing the American Legion lawn recently, I was thinking about my column for November. Nothing really struck me, until I saw two basketball legends from our 1971 championship team walking toward me on the sidewalk. Gary Allen […]