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New pump track in Stockbridge opens for bicyclists and other non-motorized wheel enthusiasts
by Mary Jo David A crowd assembled on July 8, at Veterans Memorial Park in Stockbridge, to participate in a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the community’s new pump track, which was financed through funds provided by the Stockbridge Downtown Development Authority (SDDA). Readers may be asking themselves, “What’s a pump track, and why here?” According to […]
Jackson County kicks off $28 million energy project
Information provided by Veregy In May, Jackson County kicked off a $28.1M project with Veregy to improve energy and operational efficiency while enhancing County facilities. With recent legislation, specifically the American Rescue Plan Act and the Inflation Reduction Act, the County is eligible to receive nearly $13.7 million in federal funding, which can be deducted […]
Woah Nellie!
Move over cauliflower crust. Duchess Potatoes could lead to a new ‘potato crust’ craze by Mary Jo David Growing up, my family sat down to a home-cooked meal every night, and that meal generally consisted of a meat, a vegetable, a salad, and a starch—and by starch, I mean potatoes! Sure, there was the occasional […]
Beyond the Parade: Other Fourth of July Highlights in Gregory
The Fourth of July parade is really just the start of the day in Gregory. When the parade is finished, there’s so much more to take in for young and old—and everyone in between. From food to fun, visitors enjoy it all: Boyer the Magic Guy, a baked goods fundraiser, a watermelon-eating contest, rock-painting, elephant […]
Oh Say Can You See: Crowd assembles for the 48th Annual Gregory Fourth of July parade
This year, for its 48th official celebration, onlookers came from near and far to take in the local Gregory Fourth of July Parade. It was a “come as you are” event, including many who sported their patriotic colors. Here are some spectator highlights. Photos by Mary Jo David Back to Main Story
Gregory Fourth of July: Parade Highlights!
Here are some of the parade highlights from the 48th Annual Gregory Fourth of July Parade in 2023. These are just a subset of all who were in the parade. Make sure to attend next year to see it all firsthand! Photos by Mary Jo David Emcee Gordie Kunzelman keeps the crowd entertained while waiting […]
Gregory Fourth of July: The little town that makes a big splash
by Mary Jo David Every year the little town of Gregory pulls out all the stops for its Fourth of July celebration. This year, for its 48th official celebration, onlookers came from far and near to take in the local parade. Two of the onlookers stopped to view the parade while passing through on their […]
Obituary: Richard F. Bachman
Richard F. Bachman, age 77, of Munith, MI, passed away on July 3, 2023 at his home. Richard was born on April 14, 1946 in Manchester, England, the son of Meril and Edith Bachman. He had lived in the Munith area for the past 26 years, moving from Scio Twp. His family owned a dairy […]
Obituary: Thomas L. Heeney
Thomas L. Heeney, age 82, of Stockbridge, MI, passed away on July 2, 2023 at his home surrounded by family. He was born on October 15, 1940 in Jackson, MI to Lawton and Marcelline (Beck) Heeney. Tom was a life-long resident and farmer in the Stockbridge community. He was a member of Sts. Cornelius and […]