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Rock ‘n’ Roll Trivia
Who is the ‘Steve’ mentioned in ‘Soul Man?’ by John Robinson Q: In the song “Soul Man,” who is the “Steve” that someone shouts out “play it, Steve?” A: That would be guitarist Steve Cropper, who plays guitar on both versions: Sam & Dave in 1967 and the Blues Brothers in 1979. Cropper also was […]
Bridge to Wellness: Music is great for mind, body, and social connections
by Jennifer Matthews, RN I don’t know about you, but my summer always has a soundtrack. Music is essential to my mind, body and soul. Scientific evidence shows that music is good for everyone’s health and well-being. Here is what the research tells us about the power of music. Music connects people. Historically, music has […]
Early voting has begun in Michigan’s primary election
by Mary Jo David Early voting for the August 6 primary is already underway. Early, in-person voting: Statewide, early in-person voting began on Saturday, July 27, and will run until Sunday, August 4. No early in-person voting is available on Monday, August 5, as precincts prepare for the Tuesday election. Important Note: For early, in-person […]
SCN’s Judy Williams places in national writing contest, again
by Agnes Geiger When you’re a news writer and reporter for your local newspaper, you don’t work for the glory. All you need is a favorable comment or two to keep going and the knowledge that you’ve done a good job in providing a service for your community. So receiving national recognition is a rare […]
Village of Stockbridge benefits from LEAP grant targeting rural gathering spaces
Information provided by LEAP On July 9, the Lansing Economic Area Partnership (LEAP) announced the recipients of its Small Town Enhancement Grant. This grant is a new initiative that fosters growth in rural communities through smart projects, requested by the community, for revitalizing public gathering spaces. The program is the latest addition to LEAP’s strategic […]
Positive Parenting: Parent like a Navy SEAL
by Kelsey Rasmussen After children’s story time one Wednesday, I skimmed the back shelves of the Stockbridge Library where they sell used books for a dollar. Mothering boy-girl twins makes me curious about the different needs of boys and girls and how to best raise each, so “Raising Men” caught my eye. Author Eric Davis, […]
Ingham County Sheriffs and Stockbridge Police partnering for Area Active Violence Incident training this week
The Ingham County Sheriff’s Office is partnering with the Stockbridge Police Department and the Stockbridge School District for active violence training at Stockbridge High School on Friday, July 26, at 9 a.m. There will be a large first responder presence near Stockbridge High School for the training that day. The public is asked to avoid […]
Woah Nellie!
The 1960s called. They want their fish eyes back! by Mary Jo David What is it about olives—whether green or black—that led someone to say, “I think these would make wonderful fish eyes in a molded salad?” J That idea caught on in the 1960s, and many samples are viewable on the Internet today, like […]
Rural Perspectives: Groundhogs stay busy after long winter naps
by Diane Constable The groundhog (Marmota monax) is a burrowing rodent that is in the same family as tree and ground squirrels, chipmunks, and prarie dogs. It is also known as a “whistlepig” or a “woodchuck” (from it’s Algonquian name “wucack,” which means ”digger”). The adult is 17 to 26 inches long, tip-to-tail, and weighs […]
Active Aging: Six-week Chronic Pain Management Workshop begins in September
by Christine Histed Many common chronic pain conditions impact daily, for example, arthritis, fibromyalgia, back pain, and so on. Living with a chronic pain condition can affect many aspects of life, including our ability or desire to participate in social functions. Chronic pain can negatively impact relationships, cause frustration, and promote feelings of isolation. Managing […]