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Women of Note: Jill Ogden landed in Stockbridge and hit the ground running
by Mary Jo David In and around Stockbridge, you often hear people joke that even after 20 or 30 years of living in the community, they’re still considered “newbies” by those whose families have lived here for generations. Jill Ogden is the exception to the rule. Although Ogden’s parents—Colleen and Mark Redfield—have lived in Stockbridge […]
Stockbridge students attend the 96th Annual State FFA Convention
by Eliana Johnson, FFA Chapter Reporter Since the creation of FFA in 1928, each state individually hosts an annual state convention. This year’s State Convention was held at Michigan State University. All 127 chartered FFA Chapters and over 1,000 students in the state of Michigan attended, including the Stockbridge FFA Chapter. Over the course of […]
Woah Nellie!
The concept of meal planning endures, the meals, not so much. by Mary Jo David Looking through last century’s Nellie Maxwell columns, I noticed she has started taking a somewhat different approach. Instead of just recipes, in 1924, Nellie began including some weekly meal plans with her recipes. My first thought was, “Some things never […]
2024 Congressional High School Art Competition is underway
Information from Office of U.S Representative Elissa Slotkin Calling all artists: now is the time to get your entries ready for the 2024 Congressional High School Art Competition! Each year, Congresswoman Slotkin sponsors this high school arts competition along with her colleagues in the House of Representatives. The Congressional Art Competition is an opportunity to […]
Panther Draw Down Success!
On Saturday, February 24, Stockbridge Athletic Boosters hosted their 2024 Panther Draw Down Fundraiser! The evening consisted of delicious food, community, and BIG cash prizes. Boosters would like to thank the Stockbridge and surrounding communities for their generous support through the many sponsorships, ticket purchases, and overwhelming kindness of its members — many of which […]
Women of Note
A Dynamic Duet make their mark on the Stockbridge Area Senior Center by Mary Jo David “Holy Hangout, Batman!” When it comes to ensuring that seniors have the opportunity to age gracefully in our area, the community can thank the Dynamic Duet. Heather Armstrong and Dana Blaszkowski are quick to credit everyone else, but there’s […]
Reading Between the Lines: Big Annie looms large in ‘The Women of the Copper Country’
by Mary Jo David “The Women of the Copper Country” was an accidental read—just a book I happened upon at the library—showcased on a shelf with other stories that take place in Michigan. Mary Doria Russell does an excellent job recreating a fictional accounting of the real-life story of Annie Clements—or “Big Annie,” as she […]
Active Aging
Grow while serving your community: Become a board member by Stacey Glemser Recently, I was asked to volunteer my time to the Stockbridge Area Senior Center by serving on the Board of Directors. I thought to myself, “What better way to give back to my community?” At the same time, I was nervous, as I […]
Positive Parenting: ‘Young 5s’ provides a special learning opportunity for those born in late summer or fall
by Amanda Mathews Kindergarten Roundup is coming on March 14, and Stockbridge Community Schools is proud to offer a Young 5s Program at Smith Elementary School. This program is designed specifically for our young learners with late summer and fall birthdays because it enables them to get an extra year of school between preschool and kindergarten. […]
Women of Note: Dr. Heather Adiska, not your average small-town dentist
by Hope Salyer When you think of local businesses in Stockbridge, Adiska Family Dental probably comes to mind. The practice was started in 1996 by Dr. Gary Adiska, and now his daughter, Heather Adiska, an associate dentist and member of the practice’s business administrative team, has plans of one day becoming a partial owner. The […]