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Volunteers needed at area history museums
by Arlene Kaiser Do you remember when you were in the second, third or fourth grade? Do you remember when your class went on a field trip to the Waterloo Farm and Dewey School Museums? Do you remember the fun you had making butter, grinding corn, sawing wood, or hauling water so you could do […]
Staff Spotlight: A well-deserved shout-out to Smith Elementary secretary Misty Welch
by Don Porter This month Staff Spotlight is circling back to Smith Elementary to feature Misty Welch, school secretary. Welch grew up with her mom, dad and two younger sisters in neighboring Chelsea on North Lake just a short distance from Unadilla. Their home included living quarters for her great-grandmother. According to Welch, this was […]
From CADL Stockbridge
Celebrate reading month with Pete the Cat by Head Librarian Sherri McConnell Theodor Seuss Geisel was born March 2, 1904. He made significant contributions to early childhood literacy with classics like “The Cat in the Hat” and “Green Eggs and Ham.” But what started as a recognition of Seuss’ contributions each March 2 has resulted […]
Rock ‘n’ Roll Trivia
What war is the song ‘Sky Pilot’ about? by John Robinson Q: Was The Animals’ song “Sky Pilot” about the Vietnam War? A: I suppose it could be taken that way; but whenever I heard it, I thought of World War II. So maybe it’s just supposed to be about war in general. Because the […]
Paws and Claws: Spaying, neutering can make pets healthier
by Cindy Anderson, DVM We all want to do what’s best for our pets. When you become a new pet parent, you’re faced with many decisions, not the least of which is whether to spay or neuter. The birth of puppies and kittens often takes place during the spring and summer months. During this time, animal […]
Matters of the Heart
Campbell and Fran Laird: A love story that began ‘across the pond’ by Mary Jo David (as shared by the Lairds) Campbell and Frances (“Fran”) Laird may be living in the Stockbridge home Fran grew up in, but their love story had its start more than 60 years ago and 3,700 miles away. “My family […]
Clyde’s Corner: Small-town doctor sure did leave his mark on Stockbridge
by Clyde Whitaker This month I have a special story to share with you about Dr. Sidney Beckwith, who started practicing general medicine in Stockbridge right around 1941. I had a special bond with Dr. Beckwith you see because he brought me into this world, along with hundreds of others, at the Rowe Memorial Hospital […]
Stockbridge Athletic Boosters Brings Back Panther Draw Down Fundraiser!
Back by popular demand! Stockbridge Athletic Boosters is holding their Panther Draw Down Fundraiser on Saturday, February 24, 2024, at the Stockbridge Activity Center, (Old Middle School) Stockbridge, MI. Event starts at 6 pm. Tickets are $100.00 each, (one ticket includes one raffle entry, and dinner for two) prepared by our All-Star Sponsor, Smokehouse 52 […]
Ask an Expert: Finding a reputable auto body shop
by John and Theresa Kightlinger It’s important to find an auto body shop that is reputable. Being able to trust the business that you bring your car to is essential. Luckily, it’s easy to find out if a body shop is reputable or not. There are certain things to look for when it comes to […]