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Rural Perspectives: The American goldfinch can be found in winter at area bird feeders
by Diane Constable You are most likely to see the American goldfinch (Spinus tristis) at bird feeders that offer sunflower seeds or nyjer thistle seeds, or in the summer fields feeding on thistle, milkweed and grass seeds. In winter, this finch is more of an olive color. It is sometimes called a wild canary because […]
Clyde’s Corner: Through our school years, the teachers were terrific!
by Clyde Whitaker Hello again everyone, and I trust all are doing well after a busy December. I’ve been thinking about my January column, and remembering some of the teachers we had in school brought back happy memories. I cannot possibly mention everyone here who taught us, but my gratitude goes out to each and […]
UTPD Activity from Tuesday, November 1-Wednesday, November 30, 2022
Tuesday 11/1 – Animal Complaint-Treelane Dr./M-106, Property Damage Accident-Unadilla Rd./Doyle Rd., Assist EMS-W. M-36/Cedar Lake Rd. Wednesday 11/2 – Animal Complaint-Wasson Rd.-Dutcher Rd., Assist Ems-Pleasant Dr./Woodside Dr., Traffic Stop-W. M-36/Kathyrn Ct., Welfare Check-San Marino Ave./San Juan Ct., Welfare Check-Dutcher Rd./Schafer Rd. Thursday 11/3 – Assist EMS-Doyle Rd./Doyle Ct., Traffic Stop-Dexter Trl./Dutton Rd., Respond to Alarm-Doyle […]
Rock ‘n’ Roll Trivia
The Beatles’ music included several instrumentals by John Robinson Q: OK, settle an argument: Did the Beatles ever record any instrumentals? A: Yup. The first Beatle instrumental was “Cry For A Shadow,” composed by John Lennon and George Harrison in the early ’60s. The instrumental “Flying,” composed by all four Beatles, is found on the […]
Chelsea Hospital Earns 2022 Top Teaching Hospital Award From National Quality and Safety Ratings Organization
CHELSEA, Mich. (Dec. 6, 2022) – Chelsea Hospital, a joint venture with Trinity Health and University of Michigan Health, was deemed a Top Teaching Hospital in the United States by The Leapfrog Group. Announced today, The Leapfrog Group is a national watchdog organization that is widely acknowledged as one of the toughest standard-setters for healthcare safety and quality. […]
Ask an Expert: What should a driver do after a crash?
by John and Theresa Kightlinger Generally, the only pre-planning consumers do to prepare for a potential automotive damage claim is to purchase insurance. Insurance is an interesting purchase as we buy it hoping we’ll never need it. We buy insurance as a safeguard should something unexpected occur and to be prepared … but are we […]
Student Spotlight
Kennedee Arianna Cox: Kindness and responsibility lead her way by Corey Peña Kennadee Cox, who is also known as “Ariannah” by her friends and teachers, is our December choice for Student of the Month at Heritage Elementary School. She is in Mrs. Pierce’s fourth grade classroom. Kennadee enrolled in Stockbridge Schools in the second grade […]
Paws and Claws
Keep your pets safe for a happy holiday season by Cindy Anderson, DVM December abounds with holiday celebrations and nothing can spoil your good cheer like an emergency veterinary visit. These tips can help keep your winter holiday season from becoming not-so-happy – for your pets and you. Though the excitement of a party may […]
The State Bank Presents Stockbridge Community Schools with $3,850
News provided by: The State Bank November 21, 2022 Fenton, Michigan, November 21, 2022 – The State Bank announced it has raised a total of $50,050 this year for students in need as part of their annual Change 4 Kids Fundraiser. Established by The State Bank in its efforts to create better lives and better […]