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Reading between the Lines
‘Lessons in Chemistry’ provides food for thought by Mary Jo David Social norms have changed drastically since the 1950s and 1960s—but have they really? “Lessons in Chemistry,” by Bonnie Garmus, is a great read for adults, young and old. The novel takes place in the late 1950s through the 1960s and spans a wide range […]
Active Aging: A local, longtime canning enthusiast shares her secrets
by Mary Schwark End-of-garden canning is one of my favorite things to do. I learned a lot about canning from my mom, Helen King. Then I discovered more on my own as I got older. It is a lot of work, but very rewarding. I love to give my kids and grandkids my home canned […]
Stockbridge FFA Chapter Donates Fresh Eggs to Community Outreach
The Stockbridge Community Outreach is a non-profit organization that helps low-income Stockbridge families receive food and other necessities. They offer assistance with food, housing, transportation, prescription medications, utilities, clothing, and household goods. Outreach serves over 70 families per month. Even with all of these resources, Outreach still lacks fresh, wholesome foods. Farmers frequently donate their […]
Local Pianist to Perform at Historic Stockbridge Township Hall
Information provided by Stockbridge Area Arts Council Rarely do you find the WOW factor in music, but that is exactly what you are in for at a performance by Adam Knight. Fasten your seat belt. Adam is a 21 year old classical pianist and classical music aficionado. He started piano at the age of 8, […]
Counselor Leslie Cummings wins Helen B. Mitteer Employee of the Year Award
by Brian Friddle and Mary Jo David As has become custom at the Welcome Back Staff Breakfast, the winner of the Helen B. Mitteer Employee of the Year award is announced. This year, that special award went to Leslie Cummings, guidance counselor at Stockbridge Junior/Senior High School. The Mitteer award is managed by the Stockbridge […]
Antique Tractor, Truck and Farm Equipment Show appealed to a variety of interests
The Antique Tractor show at the Waterloo Farm Museum was held on August 12 and 13. It was a great time for folks with a variety of interests to visit with old friends and make new ones. Kegan Ousley of Munith summed up the day perfectly. “I took a few things to the Waterloo Antique […]
After 45 years, Dave’s Place in Leslie shutting down
by Tina Cole-Mullins Dave’s Place, one of the oldest independently owned businesses within the Leslie community for decades, may soon be closing as its owner makes plans for retirement. “Some say 45 years making pizza is nuts, but I have enjoyed it and all the people,” owner Dave Southwick said while reminiscing. Retirement and leaving […]
STOCKBRIDGE TOWNSHIP MEETING MINUTES August 21, 2023
Stockbridge Township Supervisor CG Lantis called the Regular Stockbridge Township Board Meeting to order on August 21,2023 at 7:32pm at the Stockbridge Township Hall. Members present at the Stockbridge Township Regular Board Meeting; Supervisor CG Lantis, Clerk Becky Muraf, Treasurer James Wireman Trustee Ed Wetherell, Trustee Terry Sommer Member absent None Pledge of Allegiance Moment […]
Rock ‘n’ Roll Trivia: Did the actor playing Robin on TV’s ‘Batman’ try singing?
by John Robinson Q: Didn’t the kid who played Robin on the old “Batman” TV show make some records? A: Yeah, a few. Robin was played by actor Burt Ward on that 1966 television program. He released a mid-1960s single produced by Frank Zappa titled “Boy Wonder, I Love You,” with the B-side, “Orange Colored […]
Ask an Expert: Are modern cars with driver-assistance systems really safer?
by John and Theresa Kightlinger Advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) have taken the automotive industry by storm, promising to make driving safer and more comfortable. But are modern cars with ADAS really safer? Let’s dive in and find out. What are ADAS? ADAS refer to a collection of technologies that aim to assist drivers in the […]