features
Donald Porter opened doors to education
by Judy Williams 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 of the Hour—three men from our own little corner of the world who make […]
From CADL Stockbridge
Ways to share literacy activities as a family by Sherri McConnell CADL Stockbridge Head Librarian November is National Family Literacy Month. If you have young children or grandchildren, it’s always a good time to include activities that boost literacy skills. And it’s easy to do! Activities for infants to preschoolers include drawing a happy face […]
100 Women Who Care-Chelsea Area donates to The Diaper Bank
Information provided by 100 Women Who Care-Chelsea Area At their Impact Award meeting on Oct. 1, 2024, members of 100 Women Who Care-Chelsea Area selected The Diaper Bank to receive an Impact Award of $10,900. Held at the Chelsea Depot, the meeting was preceded by a networking event attended by members, guests and local sponsors. […]
Paws and Claws
Fleas can make your pets miserable by Cindy Anderson, DVM Fleas are a nuisance. These tiny, blood-sucking parasites can irritate your pets and infest your home — often before you realize they’ve moved in. Many pets are allergic to flea bites, which can cause intense scratching, red and flaky skin, scabs, hot spots and hair loss. Fleas also can […]
Michigan McDonald’s Restaurants to Donate 20 Percent of Mobile App Sales to Local High School Athletics
341 High School athletic programs to receive funds earned during October 3 High School Sports Digital Fundraiser Editor’s Note: Attached is a database of all schools the High School Sports Digital Fundraiser Day will be supporting in the Alpena, Detroit, Flint/Saginaw, Grand Rapids, Lansing and Traverse City/Cadillac DMAs. MICHIGAN – (October 3, 2024) […]
Canine ‘Ziggy Stardust’ is one Fast CAT when it comes to AKC competitions
by Tina Patterson as told to Mary Jo David Many have seen him walking around Stockbridge or in Tractor Supply. With his bright blue eyes and cheerful attitude, this three-year-old miniature American shepherd (MAS) is winning smiles and greetings from people all over town. What you might not know is this dog—Ziggy Stardust—is a superstar […]
Active Aging: Hackers are equal opportunity criminals. People of all ages should be cautious.
by Kenny Minger It’s not news that hackers target businesses, any business they can, from hospitals to banks and small businesses, to mega-corporations like Amazon. The gold the hackers are searching for at these businesses and organizations is your information. To a hacker, personal information is priceless, and they can use it for several underhanded […]
SASC Open House showcases senior center’s place in community
The Stockbridge Area Senior Center, at 219 W. Elm St. in Stockbridge, held an open house on Sept. 21 to raise awareness about the center and let people know about some of the recent changes in the organization and how the community can get involved.
Positive Parenting: Mindset over matter and tips for positivity
by Kelsey Rasmussen We tell children that the friends they choose will influence them, but it’s also true that the people whom we spend time with as adults have a definite influence on us. Perhaps being around toddlers so much leads to my own mood swings or fixation on whimsical needs like having toys picked […]
Bridge to Wellness: Cold and flu season is coming. Use proactive tips for reducing risk.
by Jennifer Matthews, RN October typically marks the beginning of cold and flu season. As outside temperatures decrease and we begin to spend more time indoors, we tend to be at higher risk for illness. This is a great time to start thinking about illness prevention. So, what is the flu? Flu is a contagious […]