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’Whose Names Are Unknown’: Vivid stories of the Dust Bowl and beyond may have informed Steinbeck’s novel by Chuck Wisman The title of this novel, “Whose Names Are Unknown,” was taken from the multitude of legal eviction notices issued at the height of the 1930s Great Depression and the Dust Bowl. They were issued to […]
Obituary: Charles William Brady
Charles William Brady of Chelsea, Michigan, formerly of Stockbridge, age 73, passed away Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at Chelsea Hospital. He was born May 3, 1952, in Jackson, Michigan, the son of Ambrose and Gaynell Anne (Marx) Brady. Charles was a Master Commercial Electrician and was part of the Union in Ypsilanti. He earned his Bachelor […]
Sunshine and smiles pave the way for the 2025 Stockbridge Homecoming Parade
Photos provided by Judy Williams and Mary Jo David Participants in the 2025 Stockbridge Homecoming Parade could not have asked for a better day to celebrate their school pride. Float crews and various teams organized in the sunshine and (very) warm weather before they got the show on the road. Folks from throughout the school […]
Clyde’s Corner: 77 years of marriage for these pillars of the community. WOW!
by Clyde Whitaker This month it is with great pleasure that I present a story for you about Stockbridge royalty. Freida and Arthur Allen have been pillars of our Stockbridge community since their arrival here in 1948, over 77 years ago! “Art” was born Jan. 25, 1928, and Freida was born on June 10, 1934. […]
Ask an Expert: Understanding options for collision repair costs
by John and Theresa KightlingerNearly 70% of drivers will face some form of collision repair in their driving lifetime,highlighting the importance of understanding potential costs involved. Collision repaircost can vary widely based on the extent of damage, type of vehicle, and choice of repair shop. Whether it’s a minor dent or major structural damage, knowing […]
UTPD Activity Tuesday July 1st, through Thursday July 31st, 2025
Tuesday 07/01Property damage accident- Doyle Rd./Van Syckle Rd.Hazard-Barton Rd./W M36Animal Complaint- Celestial Circle/Meadow Park Dr.Wednesday 07/02Fraud- Barton Rd./Spears Rd.Suspicious Situation- Devonshire Dr./W M 36Thursday 07/03Assist EMS- Webb St./ Church St.Hazard- Church St./Bullis Rd.Friday 07/04Assist EMS- Winifred Ct./W Trebesh CirSaturday 07/05Medical- Doyle Rd./ Unadilla Rd.Sunday 07/06Suspicious Vehicle- San Luray Dr./Williamsville Rd.Trespassing-San Luray Dr./San Marino AveSuspicious Situation- […]
Obituary: Don T. Hollis
Don T. Hollis of Holland passed peacefully on August 22, 2025 at age 89 surrounded by his family and surrounded by love. Don was born in Stockbridge, MI on July 14, 1936 and attended Stockbridge High. He lived in Jackson for approximately 30 years, and then moved to Traverse City, where he lived in his beloved lake […]
Stockbridge Police Department Service Log for July 2025
Submitted by Chief Matthew Bartus, SPD Calls for Service: 64 Service Call Types: Animal Complaint 5 Assist Outside Agency 4 Assist SAESA 4 Child Neglect Complaints 2 Citizen Assist 10 Community Engagement 3 Civil Situation 3 Natural Death 1 Family Trouble 2 Found Property 1 Fraud 2 General Information 2 Harassment 2 Larceny 1 Lockout […]
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If you like emo and vulnerability, ‘The Original Daughter’ is for you by Mary Jo David When you grow up with four sisters and only two brothers, you might think you’ve got the sister thing figured out. It’s never true. When you least expect it, one of them is bound to throw you a curveball. […]