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Staff Spotlight: Stockbridge teacher, Corey Baird, prepares students to make an impact on the world
by Amy Haggerty Learning social studies in high school is not only a requirement but also a necessity to becoming a well-rounded citizen. As a ninth grader at Stockbridge High School and in order to graduate, students need to take US History, and they will learn from the best and most knowledgeable teacher: Corey Baird. […]
Friends of Library hosts meet-and-greet to introduce new librarian
by Diane Rockall Friends of the Library hosted a get-acquainted with new librarian Sherri McConnell on Tuesday, Aug. 20. Enthusiastic members of Friends provided a delightful collection of cookies. Those who attended had the opportunity to meet the new librarian and discuss issues of importance to them on a one-to-one basis. McConnell hopes to begin a regular […]
StockBIZ: Gordie’s Power Equipment in Gregory: The community is his business
by Mary Jo David In the center of the block in the center of Gregory is the business owned and operated by the man who many would say is the center of life in the town—Gordie Kunzelman. Gordie’s Power Equipment opened at 130 Main Street in June 2006, just a few doors down from the […]
Sidewalk Show Down: Handicap accessibility and issues with village sidewalks
by Tina Cole-Mullins Riddle: Where do grass, cracks and weeds form a barrier? Answer: On sidewalks where those using walkers or wheelchairs try to traverse. When residents expressed concern about sidewalk and crosswalk conditions in the Village of Stockbridge, this reporter enlisted the investigative aid of residents Marty Patrick and Glenn Buckmaster. As a wheelchair-using […]
SHS educator completes engineering research at MSU for professional development
by Patrice Johnson A dozen middle and high school teachers statewide were invited to participate in Michigan State University’s “Research Experience for Teachers,” and Bob Richards, Stockbridge Jr/Sr High School teacher, was one of the select few. On July 26, Richards completed the professional development program in which participants conducted authentic research with one-on-one mentoring […]
SHS FIRST Robotics wins first Mid-Mitten RoboRodeo
by Mike Harbert The Stockbridge High School FIRST Robotics team not only competed in an off-season event against 15 other teams on Saturday, Aug. 10, but they also won it. To participate in the First Mid-Mitten RoboRodeo. (https://midmittenroborodeo.com), five students and one mentor traveled to Lake Odessa, MI, and the team delivered an outstanding performance. […]
Stockbridge Township Board approves sweeping marijuana ordinances
by Patrice Johnson In its regular monthly meeting, Tuesday, Aug. 19, the Stockbridge Township Board voted 3 to 2 in favor of allowing all aspects of marijuana production, sale and distribution in the local community. Spelled marihuana by the state of Michigan, marijuana’s five aspects include growing, provisioning, transportation, processing and testing/safety, and compliance. In addition, […]
Accomplished journalist, writer and business owner joins SCN Board of Directors
At its June meeting, SCN’s Board of Directors elected, by unanimous vote, Mary Jo David to its ranks as a three-year director. Despite working full time as a senior technical writer for Michigan Medicine, David generously donates her time and talents to writing a column, editing articles, and contributing where needed. The graduate of the […]
Update from Stockbridge InvenTeam in American Samoa
Aug. 18. Teacher Bob Richards emailed Stockbridge Community News with an update on the InvenTeam’s trip to American Samoa. In his message, he wrote: “We are out in American Samoa now. Today is our final setup day for the teacher workshop we are conducting along with the Marine Advanced Technology Education Center (MATE) this week. […]
SRSLY Stockbridge holds first Volunteer and Donor Appreciation Party
by Diane Rockall SRSLY Stockbridge held its first Volunteer and Donor Appreciation Party on Monday, Aug. 12 at Stockbridge Bowl. According to Hostesses Becca Jaskot and Emily Stewart, volunteer appreciation events have been held for a number of years, but this is the first time donors were included. Previous events were held in conjunction with […]