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A successful 2nd Annual SASC Golf Outing is in the rearview mirror
The June 5 Stockbridge Area Senior Center golf outing was a great success! Some competed for First Place; some competed for Best Dressed. Regardless of what team they were on, everyone enjoyed themselves. Besides the requisite golf, attendees had an opportunity to win many fun silent auction and raffle prizes. Even nongolfers enjoyed the festivities. […]
Jeffrey Trapp named superintendent of Stockbridge Community Schools effective July 1
by Mary Jo David On June 2, the Stockbridge Community Schools Board of Education named Jeffrey Trapp the new superintendent of Stockbridge Schools, effective July 1. Trapp, principal of the Stockbridge Jr./Sr. High School since 2017, was one of 22 candidates who submitted resumes for the superintendent position earlier in the spring. Five of the […]
Village of Stockbridge welcomes new council members amid financial challenges
This spring, the Village of Stockbridge leadership underwent significant change as three of seven trustee positions became vacant and were filled by council appointment. Meredith McManaman and Logan Connolly joined the Stockbridge Village Council in February, and a third position opened on May 21 when Jill Ogden resigned as village president. On June 18, the […]
Enjoy fresh air with free yoga
Information provided by 5 Healthy Towns Foundation Looking for an excuse to get outside this summer? Join 5 Healthy Towns Foundation and our partners for some free yoga sessions! FREE outdoor yoga takes place on Saturdays now through August in Dexter, Chelsea, Grass Lake and Stockbridge at the times listed below. Dexter Wellness Center hosts […]
Reading Between the Lines: The Great Alone’ is a gripping story of resilience in a rugged, majestic land
by Mary Jo David Many who are familiar with popular fiction have heard of Kristin Hannah. “Firefly Lane” (2008) and later “The Nightingale” (2015) both skyrocketed in popularity and have maintained their hold as commercial successes over many years. “Firefly” became a popular Netflix series in 2021 and “Nightingale” is probably the novel for which […]
School Board Candidate Filing Requirements
Stockbridge Community Schools Board Candidate Election will be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026 Available Seats: Three (3) six-year terms expiring 12/31/2032 Filing Deadline:Required forms must be filed no later than 4 p.m. on Tuesday July 21, 2026 Affidavit of Identity/Nominating Petitions:Candidates wishing to run for office must file an Affidavit of Identity and Nominating Petitions with the County […]
Dear Gabbie…
“Dear Gabbie” is written with the simple hope of bringing a few smiles to your day and is not meant to replace the advice of professionals…especially your mom! Dear Gabbie: I was behind a driver towing a wide load. Why did he need to go 20 miles under the speed limit? … Why have drivers […]
Active Aging: Clearing space. Creating opportunity.
Join us at the SASC Rummage Sale in June by: Alexa M. Ten Eyck Warm weather has returned to Stockbridge! Barn doors stand open. Closets, sheds, basements, and storage rooms benefit from a spring cleaning after the winter spent behind sealed doors. This change of weather naturally brings about a familiar, much-needed process of clearing […]
Outreach in Action
Donations to Outreach can help seniors minimize tax repercussions by Jo Mayer and Paul Crandall Thinking of making a donation to Stockbridge Community Outreach? First, thank you, and before you write that check, consider your options. A variety of vehicles exist that can make your contribution both easy and effective. One example is a “QCD” […]
Bridge to Wellness
Summertime in Stockbridge—A great time to enjoy the outdoors by Matt Pegouskie Summer in Stockbridge is just around the corner! In recent years, Stockbridge Area Wellness Coalition (SAWC) has worked with various partners within the Stockbridge Community School District borders to make it easier to add physical activity and fresh foods into residents’ warm weather […]