Holidays
Matters of the Heart
Linda and Gary Topping celebrate 50 years and a family farm legacy by Mary Jo David “Party at the Red Light! Be there or be square!” How many times did Stockbridge teens in the ’70s utter those words? “Mention the Red Light to anyone from our era in Stockbridge, and they’ll know exactly what you […]
Matters of the Heart
Gary and Roberta Ludtke: College sweethearts celebrate 50 years of marriage by Joan Tucker In 1972, Roberta and Gary Lutdke met at Alma College in Michigan. Roberta majored in education and Gary in business. One day, Roberta and her roommate wanted to meet the handsome young men on the other side of the campus, so […]
For over 50 years, the Smiths love doing things together
by Judy Williams Ken and Susie Smith’s story started when Susie moved to Gregory from Inkster, when she was in seventh grade. Susie had beautiful waist-length, long blonde hair and was very pretty. This attracted Ken, who was in eighth grade. During this time in Stockbridge, students wanting a hot lunch would walk across the […]
The Crows: Sharing activities and interests for more than 50 years
by Judy Williams Dwight and Sue Crow’s story begins in Inkster when Sue was Sue Weber. She and Susie Rautiola were great friends and lived across the street from each other. Susie even stayed with Sue and her family for a month following a fire in her family’s home. In seventh grade, Susie’s family moved […]
Bridge to Wellness: A holiday reflection for all, compliments of Charles Dickens
by Sarah Wilczynski As we enter into the holiday season, it’s important to reflect on what’s most important to us, remember all we are thankful for, and spread kindness to all around us. To give space for this reflection, take a moment to read this timeless excerpt from Charles Dickens’ short Story “What Christmas is […]
Stockbridge Community Thanksgiving Dinner: The spirit of volunteerism is alive and well
by Mary Jo David The Stockbridge Community Thanksgiving Dinner is embarking on its 31st year as a highly valued, local tradition. If walls could talk, the cafeteria at Heritage School in Stockbridge would have many stories to tell about those who partake in this annual meal on Thanksgiving Day. For some, it’s a social time—a […]
Main Street Shines as Festival of Lights Parade Welcomes the Christmas Season
by Hope Salyer Stockbridge officially kicked off the Christmas season Saturday evening as the annual Festival of Lights parade illuminated Main Street with sparkling floats, holiday music, and festive community spirit, with Gordie Kunzelman emceeing the night. Families lined the streets despite the snowy weather, gathering to watch local businesses’ and residents’ creatively lit floats […]
