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Harlem Wizards fundraiser a slam-dunk
by Cindy Lance. Photo credits: Madison Gee Montgomery The world-famous Harlem Wizards brought their dazzling brand of basketball to the new Stockbridge High School gymnasium April 30 for an evening of high-flying fun. But the goal of this hoops game wasn’t a victory, it was to raise funds for the Stockbridge Community Schools’ Athletic Department. […]
Local McDonald’s gives back to education
by Cindy Lance Darlene and Scott Karns, the owners of the McDonald’s in Stockbridge, believe in giving back to the communities where they operate their businesses. This year they wanted to do something special to celebrate their 20th anniversary in Stockbridge and show their appreciation to the community. After discussing many possible ways to recognize […]
Obituary: Christopher Wayne Allen aged 39
Christopher Wayne Allen, 39, of Stockbridge passed away May 13, 2018. Chris was born to Dudley and Diana Patton Allen. He is survived by his mother and brothers, Brian Allen and Chad (Pia) Allen, nieces Aubree and Skylar. He was preceded in death by his father, Dudley. Chris was blessed with many friends from every […]
SAEF sponsors 16 scholarship funds
By volunteer staff The Stockbridge Area Educational Foundation (SAEF) sponsors 16 separate scholarship funds. Each affords between $250 and $5,000 for college or trade school bound Stockbridge graduates. These scholarships serve as the “wind at their back” to further the education of Stockbridge graduates. They also provide recognition for high school accomplishments, motivation to manage […]
Police Blotter from Chief Johnnie Torres Jr.
Stockbridge Police responded to the following complaints this week: 04/21/18, 6:33 pm: Police assisted SAESA in the 500 block of Cherry for an elderly man who had fallen. 4/22/18, 12:20 am: Traffic stop on M-52/Green Rd. for speeding. Upon contact with the driver, a 27-yr-old Grand Ledge man, it was discovered that he was operating […]
Lady’s Tea fundraiser debuts to great success
by Patrice Johnson. Photo credits: Judy Williams Nearly 30 women from the area gathered at Gee Farms in Bunkerhill, Wed., May 16, for a debut fundraiser for the Stockbridge Community News. The Lady’s Tea, sponsored by Gee Farms and the Stockbridge Area Garden Club, raised $390 for SCN, and a good time was had by […]
Daltons breathe new life into the old Stockbridge Middle School
Article by Bob Castle. Photos by Patrice Johnson The prior edition of the Stockbridge Community News reported that the old Middle School was sold to Mike Dalton for one dollar. But while taking a tour of the building and conversing with Dalton, it became apparent that this transaction was not so much about the sale […]
King & queen, prince & princess crowned Prom 2018
Photo Credit: Heather Asquith Photography They are crowned!
Rural Perspectives: Spring has sprung
by Rose Collison Trees are finally blooming and greening up. Flowers are starting to peek out, along with poison ivy. The Baltimore orioles have returned and so have the hummingbirds. Baby squirrels have come out of their nests. Baby goslings are following their parents all around. Since retiring from Stockbridge Community Schools, Rose Collison has […]
Deceased veteran information from local families
Thank you to the families of deceased veterans who submitted background information about their loved ones for SCN’s Memorial Day edition. Below are the details: Anderson, Robert Donald. Oct. 16, 1926 to Mar. 16, 2011. Served in Navy, Army, and Air Force, totalling 24 yrs. of service. Participated in WWII, Korea, and Vietnam conflicts. Donohue, John Martin. Aug. […]