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Reading between the Lines
Magic aids gender identity in ‘The Brilliant Death’ by Shuyler Clark Although the publishing industry has made great strides in promoting diversity in recent years, gender identity, particularly in fantasy, is often underutilized and unexplored. Author A.R. Capetta (all pronouns) tackles gender’s vast spectrum in many of their works, including their 2018 young adult novel […]
Lots of competition for Chamber’s ‘Father of the Year’ Contest
by Mary Jo David This year the Stockbridge Area Chamber of Commerce received numerous nominations for their Father of the Year contest. All of the submissions were submitted to teachers at both Smith and Heritage schools. Cherie Van Blaircum, president of the Chamber, was amazed by the response this year’s contest received. “Initially we collected […]
Look who’s retiring from Stockbridge Schools
by Amy Haggerty Three teachers from Stockbridge Community Schools have retired as of the end of the 2021/2022 school year— Diane Brooks, Corey Pena, and Kristy Ward. Together, they have been teaching for a combined total of over 60 years. Replacing these three experienced educators will be a big challenge for the district. Diane Brooks […]
Outreach in Action
Groceries and bank reform can help ease the grip of financial need by Jo Mayer In the parking lot outside Stockbridge Community Outreach today, we gave out 70 “surprise” grocery bags filled with food. “Surprise,” because each week the contents vary based on what the Greater Lansing Food Bank’s truck disgorges. What’s not surprising is […]
Clyde’s Corner
Dalton Satkowiak selected for Grant W. Whitaker ‘Leadership through Character Award’ by Clyde Whitaker Hello everyone! I have to admit that I had writer’s block about what to write for my July “Clyde’s Corner” column. Fortunately, a story became available last Monday, June 6, during the presentation of a “Leadership through Character” baseball award named […]
Bridge to Wellness
July: Hydration isn’t just for summer plants by Sophia Speroff, MPH, RD Drinking enough water every day is necessary for overall improved health and better body function. Water can help manage body weight and reduce caloric intake when substituted for drinks that contain calories. Drinking enough water can prevent dehydration, a state in which the […]
Timber Trace Golf’s new owners have strong Stockbridge links
by Joan Tucker Clif McLellan, a former Stockbridge resident, is now the director and new owner along with other investors of the Timber Trace Golf Club in Pinckney. Moving to the Putman Meadows community five years ago, McLellan golfed weekly at Timber Trace with friends and family. During that time, he found the course began […]
Paws and Claws
Traveling in safety and comfort with your pets by Cindy Anderson, DVM For some families, a trip is no fun if the four-legged members of the family can’t come along. However, traveling can be highly stressful, both for you and your pets. If you’re planning to take a trip with pets, we have some tips […]
Ask an Expert
Disagreeing with your insurance adjuster by John and Theresa Kightlinger After an accident occurs and your insurance company writes a low-ball estimate for repairs, you may find yourself asking, “What if I disagree with my insurance adjuster?” It is an all-too-common occurrence when, after an accident, an insurance company goes from being your protector to […]
Rainwater now makes Community Gardens grow
by Judy Williams One man took a drop of ingenuity, a sprinkling of donated items and a small shower of cash to help the Stockbridge Community Gardens grow. Merelyn Snider created a system to recapture rainwater for watering the garden plots. Thanks to his work, gardeners no longer have the chore of carrying water to […]