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Reading between the Lines: ‘Empire of Ice and Stone’
Reading Between the Lines ‘Empire of Ice and Stone’: This page turner will have you appreciating Michigan winters by Chuck Wisman “Empire of Ice and Stone: The Disastrous and Heroic Voyage of the Karluk,” by Buddy Levy, contains incredible episodes of heroism, cowardice, madness, hunger, bravery, death, fear, and survival in the everlasting night of […]
Body found in White Oak Township being investigated as a homicide
Information here was provided by Ingham County Sheriff’s Office and the GoFundMe page for Alicia Celeste Gallegos. UPDATE: The Ingham County Sheriff’s Office arrested and charged 57-year-old Jacobo Montalvo, of Lansing, with the murder of Alicia Gallegos. Montalvo was charged on October 21 with open murder and unlawful imprisonment in Gallegos’ death. Motive has not yet […]
Rural Perspectives: Common sugar maple tree can live for several hundred years
by Diane Constable The sugar maple is one of our most iconic and versatile trees and is common in our woodlands and neighborhoods. Its scientific name, Acer saccharum, is Greek for “like sugar.” These trees grow up to 135 feet tall and live for several hundred years. Some have been found that are more than […]
Clyde’s Corner: Missing you old friend. Oh, the times we had.
by Clyde Whitaker Where do you begin when writing about a lifelong friend, and the experiences you shared, after he was taken away too early due to the complications of diabetes? I could write way more than the pages in this newspaper, but I will keep it short (Ed Wetherall…lol), in talking about a few […]
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 […]