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For the love of bread: A tribute to John Savanna, owner and founder of Mill Pond Bakery (Part 1)
by Laura Tucker Honig and Joan Tucker This past spring, amidst the dark, quiet days early in the COVID-19 pandemic, our community lost an inspirational icon. John Savanna, artisan baker and founder of Mill Pond Bakery (later Mill Pond Bread), died at the age of 72 on May 15, 2020. John and his supportive wife, […]
STOCKBRIDGE COMMUNITY OUTREACH TEMPORARY DONATION POLICY 9/23/20
A lot of people are wondering if we are accepting donations of used clothing and household goods yet. While we had hoped to open up donations to the public earlier, the response to the Lakewood fire was so great that we are still processing it, with a minimal volunteer staff. Monday, October 5th, we […]
Girl Scout initiative culminates with crosswalk renovations at Clinton and Elizabeth streets
by Patrice Johnson Pass by the school crosswalk at Elizabeth and S. Clinton streets, and no doubt you will notice quality new renovations. But do you know the story behind how these improvements came about? The backstory is as impressive as the renovations themselves. Last June, Chief of Police Johnnie Torres, Jr. was approached by […]
Stockbridge boys and girls cross country teams finish second at Lakewood GLAC Jamboree
The Boys and Girls Cross Country teams competed well at the 1st GLAC Jamboree in Lakewood. Both teams finished in 2nd place. Rylee Tolson was the overall winner for the girls race. Brandon Howlett and Julianna Debozy each ran personal best times.
Seven activities to-do this Fall during the COVID-19 pandemic
by Hope Salyer It’s no secret to anyone who knows me that Fall is my favorite time of year. It sets up the holiday season, and by the end of August, I’m ready for some chilly nights and pumpkin spice. Normally, I’d be gearing up for Halloween and trick-or-treaters, pumpkin patch visits and corn mazes. […]
FROM CADL STOCKBRIDGE
by Head Librarian Sherri McConnell A reoccurring theme in current events is diversity and inclusion. Among library staff that includes authors and book topics. To encourage community conversations in areas like poverty, social justice and Hispanic American voices, CADL is sponsoring the Read Woke Challenge now through October 31! Read books from three of the […]
The amazing walking stick
article and photo by Rose Collison Walking Sticks are long and slow-moving insects that look like sticks, twigs or branches. Males tend to be smaller than females. The colors are usually brown and green, but may be gray or shades of red. Males usually have wings, but females are most likely wingless. The American walking […]
In keeping with the season: An autumn reading list
by Jenna Chapman Leaves are changing and temperatures are dropping; what better time to look up a good book? Fall is my favorite time of year! I could read books that remind me of this season all the time, but there is something special about pairing my reads with the colors on the trees. Whether […]
October’s ‘Where’s Waldo’ mystery location
Think you know the area? Each month SCN photographer Rose Collison is selecting a mystery location within Stockbridge School District. Names of readers who correctly identify the subject of the photo will be entered into a drawing, and one overall winner will be selected. October’s winner will receive two $20 Farmers State Bank Branded […]
Stockbridge trails don’t groom themselves
by Mary Jo David If the activity and vehicles at the trailheads are any indication, trails around Stockbridge have become quite popular, and people are getting out and enjoying nature a lot more. But trails don’t groom themselves. Thankfully, three local residents of Stockbridge—Clair and Linda Risner and David Mancini—share a strong appreciation for nature […]