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Early Morning Teen Fight prompts multiple law enforcement agencies to residence
by Tina Cole-Mullins In the early morning hours of June 19, at approximately 1 a.m., Ingham County Sheriff Deputies responded to the 4600 block of Chapman Road in Stockbridge for “a large fight at a party” according to Field Officer Captain Andrew Daenzer. “Most of the party had dispersed when Sheriff’s Deputies arrived,” Daenzer said. […]
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 […]
The Market is on the Town Square: June 17
The Open Air Market of Stockbridge began its 12th season on Friday, May 6, on the township square in downtown Stockbridge. Each week through October 28, we will be open from 4 pm to 7 pm, and we will have a full line up of Market Music. This week, the Market will have strawberries, rhubarb, […]
UTPD Activity from Sunday May 1st-Tuesday May 31st
Monday 5/2 Assist EMS-Pleasant Dr./Woodside Dr. Tuesday 5/3 Assist EMS-Worden Rd./Bowdish Rd. Wednesday 5/4 Domestic Physical-Kaiser Rd./Bass Lk. Rd. Thursday 5/5 Animal Complaint-Williamsville Rd./San Luray Dr. Citizen Assist-Main St./Kuhn St. Friday 5/6 Citizen Assist-M-36/Bullis Rd. Saturday 5/7 Citizen Assist-Joslin Lake Rd./Kaiser Rd. Sunday 5/8 Assist Other Agency-Bull Run Rd./Matador Ln. Animal Complaint-M-36/Spears Rd. Monday 5/9 […]
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 […]
Join the fun at A Day in the Village: June 17-19
Schedule of Events _____________ Friday Town Square: 10–5 Arts and Craft Vendors 11–3 Phat Rob’s Food Truck Veterans Park: 3–5 Marshmallow Shooter Contest 5–6 Jeff Boyer Magic Show 5–7 RC Car Racing Tennis Court On Stage: 7–9:55 Flyte 9:55 National Anthem Joshua Bell Dusk Fireworks — Sponsored By Adiska Family Dental Food Trucks: Aimee Joe’s […]