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4th of July: The fun continues into the evening in Gregory
Celebrating Independence Day into the evening Locally, Gregory was the place to be for fireworks on the evening of the Fourth of July. An hour before the fireworks were ready to begin, the ball field and town parking lots were already packed with the cars of those who had come to watch the fireworks show.
Beat the heat: Tips for preventing heat-related illnesses
by Jennifer Matthews The warm summer months are a highlight to our year here in Michigan. Many of us are enjoying pools, vacations, and spending time outside doing various activities. As the summer progresses and the temperatures rise, it’s important to know how to stay safe and well. Heat-related illnesses, such as heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and […]
Ask an Expert: Be aware of the problems in total loss insurance settlement practices
by John and Theresa Kightlinger People are asking what is going on with the insurance industry. It seems like every day I am hearing about less than ethical behavior as well as downright egregious activities by some insurance companies. Claims people are constantly trying to mitigate and reduce claims expenses, and when feasible, they should. […]
Obituary: Ralph Duane “Buck” Glenn
Ralph Duane “Buck” Glenn, 98, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 25, 2024, at Spring Arbor Assisted Living in Spring Arbor, Michigan. He was born on August 3, 1925, in Gregory, Michigan, in the family farmhouse on Dutton Road, to Ralph E. and Clarabell (Robards) Glenn. Buck was a dynamic presence throughout his 98 years, […]
From CADL Stockbridge
Get outside with help from the library by Head Librarian Sherri McConnell A quiet, beige room with books along the walls and a few tables and chairs may come to mind when someone mentions a library. You might be surprised to find out that the Capital Area District Libraries offers ways to get outside. The […]
Woah Nellie!
Nellie’s ‘Pound Cake’—weighing in at 1 pound 9 ounces—is a keeper by Mary Jo David After last month, I’m happy to report that my desk drawer is unjammed and I can, once again, access my thumb drive containing the old issues of the Stockbridge Brief-Sun. While I was happy for the opportunity to veer off-script […]
Local artist to be showcased once again in ArtPrize 2024
Berger draws inspiration from nature and friends by Andrea Stickney Carol Berger is an artist whose creative process stems from her affection for nature and friends. This is Berger’s fourth year with a successful entry in the prestigious ArtPrize international art show in Grand Rapids, Michigan. It is arguably the largest attended public art event […]
Outreach in Action
At Outreach, Christmas begins long before cold weather sets in by Jo Mayer and Paul Crandall “I will honour Christmas in my heart, and try to keep it all the year. I will live in the Past, the Present, and the Future.” —Scrooge, in Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” Sure, it may be a hot […]
Clyde’s Corner
Val West and Libra Industries: Lessons in patience and confidence building by Clyde Whitaker I’m sure most of you can recall your first real grown-up job. As I think back to mine, I remember the anticipation and maybe a little fear of what was to come. I also recognize, now, that my teachers really did […]
Active Aging: Embrace lifelong learning and the joy of volunteering
by Bernadette Beach Recently, I traveled to Washington DC and New York City, where I was struck by the vibrant presence of older adults volunteering at art museums and theaters. Their energy and enthusiasm were contagious. During my visit, I had the pleasure of speaking with several of these dedicated individuals, many of whom had […]