features
Draft horse wagon rides are a big draw at Pioneer Day
by Joan Tucker The Waterloo Area Historical Farm Museum’s Pioneer Day on October 8 provided a great opportunity to take a wagon ride pulled by draft horses. The cool, crisp autumn Sunday was perfect for these rides, during which, the adults were as much in awe of these mighty, muscular horses as the kids—in fact, […]
Stockbridge FFA Students Raise Scale Barn for Local Pioneer Days
by Robert Richards The Waterloo Farm Museum Pioneer Day is a celebration where families can travel the grounds and explore the farmhouse and many buildings depicting farm life in the mid-late 1800s. This is the 61st year of the annual Pioneer day at Waterloo Farm Museum. This event offers food, fun old-styled farm activities, and […]
Real Estate News & Views
Curb Appeal conveys pride of ownership by Jackie Scheller Buying a home is just the first step in a future of “adulting.” Most likely you chose, or will choose, to buy a house or rent in an area you think of as appealing. “Curb appeal” is the number one thing buyers notice. Price comes in […]
A plastic ocean: the impact ocean pollution has and how it affects marine wildlife
Published in Uncaged, April 2023 by Staff, Uncaged Reporters This article is being published as it appeared in the April 2023 edition of Uncaged Student News. From the peak of Mount Everest to the deepest trough in the Mariana Trench, plastic has been emerging throughout the world, and we’re to blame. There are over 30 […]
Ask an Expert: Causes of auto body dents, scratches
by John and Theresa Kightlinger Dents and scratches on a vehicle’s body are inevitable, as numerous factors contribute to their occurrence. Understanding these culprits will not only help vehicle owners be more cautious, but also highlight the importance of timely dent and scratch repairs. Accidental collisions: Accidental collisions are a leading cause of dents and […]
Senior Center hosted a busy—and delicious—Community Open House
by Dana Blaszkowski Stockbridge Area Senior Center opened doors, set up a tent, and extended a warm welcome to the community on Saturday, September 23. The Center’s Engagement Committee planned and carried out a great day of fun, food and music. SASC member Patrick Carbary brought his smoker to the center and made plenty of […]
2023 Homecoming parade
In spite of the constant threat of rain, the 2023 parade went off without a drop. .
Paws and Claws
Watch their weight: Obese pets can develop health problems by Cindy Anderson, DVM As diligent pet parents, the health of our dogs can weigh heavily on our minds. If you’ve noticed that your pal with paws has started to sport a fuller frame, National Pet Obesity Awareness Day is designed to “get the skinny” on ways to […]
Rock ‘n’ Roll Trivia
Why Eric Clapton was raised by his grandparents by John Robinson Q: Did Eric Clapton have a bad childhood? A: Clapton was the son of unwed parents: 16-year-old Patricia Molly Clapton and 24-year-old Canadian soldier Edward Fryer. Before Eric was born, Fryer was sent to war. Afterward, he returned to Canada, abandoning Eric and his […]