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Outreach in Action: A weekly Outreach playgroup has sprouted for parents and children
by Jo Mayer and Paul Crandall A seed was planted last year when the new diaper bank in Chelsea began to deliver diapers to Outreach for Stockbridge clients with babies and young children. And in February 2024, a seedling sprouted—Outreach started a weekly playgroup for parents and children! Outreach was fortunate to have former kindergarten […]
Bridge to Wellness: Vaping is not the harmless alternative you may think it is
by Jennifer Matthews Vaping was initially thought to be a safe alternative, designed to help people quit smoking harmful cigarettes. Vaping quickly became more than an alternative; in fact, many people who vape have never smoked. Vaping is now being marketed in the same way that cigarettes were, with multiple flavors and marketing ploys. So, what […]
Rural Perspectives
Eastern bluebirds making a comeback by Diane Constable Our only tawny red, white, and blue bird is the eastern bluebird (Sialia sialis). A harbinger of spring, they return to Michigan in late February/early March, although they are extending their range and now can be found in our area year-round. The male searches for a nesting […]
Volunteers needed at area history museums
by Arlene Kaiser Do you remember when you were in the second, third or fourth grade? Do you remember when your class went on a field trip to the Waterloo Farm and Dewey School Museums? Do you remember the fun you had making butter, grinding corn, sawing wood, or hauling water so you could do […]
Staff Spotlight: A well-deserved shout-out to Smith Elementary secretary Misty Welch
by Don Porter This month Staff Spotlight is circling back to Smith Elementary to feature Misty Welch, school secretary. Welch grew up with her mom, dad and two younger sisters in neighboring Chelsea on North Lake just a short distance from Unadilla. Their home included living quarters for her great-grandmother. According to Welch, this was […]
From CADL Stockbridge
Celebrate reading month with Pete the Cat by Head Librarian Sherri McConnell Theodor Seuss Geisel was born March 2, 1904. He made significant contributions to early childhood literacy with classics like “The Cat in the Hat” and “Green Eggs and Ham.” But what started as a recognition of Seuss’ contributions each March 2 has resulted […]
Obituary: Janice Marie Kitley
Janice Marie Kitley, age 81, of Munith, MI, passed away peacefully at her home in Waterloo Twp. on February 18, 2024 surrounded by her family. Born on May 3, 1942, in Alma, MI, Jan was the daughter of Homer and Ruth (Gottschalk) Hale. On April 15, 1961, Jan married the love of her life, George […]
Rock ‘n’ Roll Trivia
What war is the song ‘Sky Pilot’ about? by John Robinson Q: Was The Animals’ song “Sky Pilot” about the Vietnam War? A: I suppose it could be taken that way; but whenever I heard it, I thought of World War II. So maybe it’s just supposed to be about war in general. Because the […]
Paws and Claws: Spaying, neutering can make pets healthier
by Cindy Anderson, DVM We all want to do what’s best for our pets. When you become a new pet parent, you’re faced with many decisions, not the least of which is whether to spay or neuter. The birth of puppies and kittens often takes place during the spring and summer months. During this time, animal […]