Holidays
Clyde’s Corner: I love July! For me, it’s filled with so many memories.
by Clyde Whitaker Who doesn’t love July! The month holds some special memories for me, so I thought I’d share a few. One big memory in July was my dad’s birthday, July 22. Dad wasn’t a big party guy, but he did enjoy the special treats he received, not to mention all the hugs. He […]
The crowd was festooned in red, white, and blue at the Gregory 4th of July Parade
Coverage of the 2026 Gregory 4th of July Parade continues here. See other posts at stockbridgecommunitynews.com for the lead-up to the parade and parade participants. In its 51st year, the 2026 Gregory 4th of July Parade tried something new: the festivities began at 10 a.m. instead of the usual noon start time of previous years. […]
And we’re off! Gregory 4th of July Parade heads down Main Street
Coverage of the 2026 Gregory 4th of July Parade continues here. See other posts at stockbridgecommunitynews.com for the lead-up to the parade and views of the crowd. As the sun began peeking out from behind the clouds, the 51st annual Gregory 4th of July Parade was off and running. Master of ceremonies Gordie Kunzelman announced […]
Where it begins: Gregory’s 51st Annual 4th of July Parade
After a night of storms, July 4, 2026, dawned gray and cloudy in Gregory, where folks gathered earlier than usual in anticipation of the new 10 a.m. parade start time. While floats, tractors, and bicycles were lining up for Gregory’s 2026 4th of July Parade, master of ceremonies, Gordie Kunzelman, welcomed the assembling crowd. Kunzelman, […]
American Legion Post 510 holds Memorial Day Service at Oaklawn Cemetery
Memorial Day dawned sunny and bright in Stockbridge this year. Perhaps those who have gone before us managed to pull some strings to ensure the Memorial Day Service at Oaklawn Cemetery would have the best of weather conditions after a week of clouds, rain, and cooler-than-average temperatures. Whatever the reason for the perfect day, our […]
Make time to reflect over Memorial Day weekend
by Judy Williams An important public service reminder: Memorial Day weekend is more than just a three-day holiday. This is a time to remember and reflect on those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Maybe you have not been directly affected by the loss of a loved one, but please remember the men […]
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 […]