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From CADL Stockbridge
Library’s children’s area under renovation by Sherri McConnell, CADL Stockbridge Head LibrarianOur renovation is well underway, and we’re so excited to welcome you back to our newly improved space later this month! In addition to the fresh paint and additional lighting in the children’s area, we’ll also have a new carpet, a new service desk, […]
Obituary: Robert Edwin Collier
Robert Edwin Collier, of Jackson, MI, age 96, passed away on May 6, 2025 at the Jackson County Medical Care Facility. He was born on April 8, 1929 in Chambersburg, PA, the son of John Edwin and Geraldine (Lear) Collier. After graduating from high school, he enlisted in the US Airforce, where he served until […]
Obituary: John David Twining
John David Twining, age 62, of Stockbridge, MI, passed away on May 4, 2025, at Trinity Health–Ann Arbor Hospital. He was born on April 25, 1963, in Ann Arbor, MI, the son of Richard and Marilyn (Kaufman) Twining.John had lived in the Stockbridge area since 1997, and prior to that he lived in Ann Arbor. […]
Active Aging
May is for mothers and mental health by Stacey Mason I’ve always loved Mother’s Day to celebrate my mother, and all the women who have “mothered” me throughout my life. I’m blessed to have had a mother deserving of celebrating. My mother was the picture of sacrifice and putting her needs last. My maternal grandmother […]
Livingston County publishes 2025 Sustainable Agriculture, Food Systems, and Rural Environments Plan
Information provided by Livingston County April 7, 2025: Residents are invited to review Livingston County’s newly published “2025 Sustainable Agriculture, Food Systems, and Rural Environments Plan” at https://milivcounty.gov/planning/ag-food-rural-preservation-plan. The Planning Department’s goal in crafting this plan was to be proactive in safeguarding our area’s agricultural capacity and assisting each local unit in developing tailored approaches […]
Staff Spotlight
Dena Sommer coordinates program for easing preschoolers into their first school experiences by Mary Jo David If you arrive at Smith Elementary at the same time as the students in the morning, you’re likely to see Dena Sommer smiling and greeting the children coming through the doors. Although a large part of her focus as […]
Death Notices for April 2025
Kenneth H. Spiegel, age 89, of Stockbridge, Michigan, passed away at his home on April 3, 2025. Gary Charles Allen, age 81, of Stockbridge, MI, passed away on April 5th, 2025. Vicki Lou Erskine, age 69, of Stockbridge, MI, passed away on April 8, 2025. Audrey J. Price, age 97, of Stockbridge, passed away on […]
Gregory man impersonating wife in texts is arraigned and charged with child sexually abusive activity
information provided by Unadilla Township Police Department [Editorial Note from Stockbridge Community News: There are or have been other Unadilla Township resident(s) who have the same name as the man who has been arraigned in this case.] May 1, 2025: A Gregory man has been taken into custody, without incident, and lodged at the Livingston […]
Bridge to Wellness
Turn mental health awareness into action by Sarah Wilczynski May is Mental Health Month, and this year, Mental Health America (MHA) is calling for individuals to turn mental health awareness into action. MHA is the nation’s leading, community-based nonprofit dedicated to addressing the needs of those living with mental illness and promoting overall mental health […]
Positive Parenting
For baby’s sake: Navigating conflict with compassion by Dr. Erin Clifton This column continues our series reviewing “And Baby Makes Three” by Drs. John and Julie Gottman. This month, we explore Chapters Four and Five, which offer a roadmap for navigating conflict between new parents using kindness and clarity. From criticism to connectionLet’s face it: […]