Stockbridge Community News
Founder and long-time board member Patrice Johnson resigns from Stockbridge Community News
by Judy Brune Long-time president and editor-in-chief of Stockbridge Community News (SCN), Patrice Johnson, announced her resignation from the organization’s board of directors, effective April 25, 2021. Johnson, who is looking forward to “pursuing other interests,” shared with board members her firm belief that the organization is well positioned for continued success. “SCN is on […]
Congratulations to Jane Marthaler, of Gregory: Our Garden of the Month Contest winner
As the Grand Prize winner for our Third Annual Garden of the Month Contest, Jane Marthaler, of Gregory, will receive a $50 gift certificate to Tulip Tree Gardens funded by Dorothy Craft’s Sewing and Alterations and Tulip Tree Gardens. The second–place winner was Masoud Golshan, of Waterloo Township, and Todd Schray, of Grass Lake, came […]
SCN writers bring home honors in competition with 21 states
by Agnes Geiger The Stockbridge Community News earned six awards in this year’s National Federation of Press Women’s At-Large Communications Contest. This is the fourth consecutive year that SCN’s writers were honored in the contest. “The at-large contest is extremely competitive and (these awards showcase) your amazing writing talents,” said Teri Ehresman, of Idaho, NFPW […]
Judy Brune joins SCN board of directors
March 3, Stockbridge Community News’ directors elected Judy (Young) Brune by unanimous vote to a three-year term on the organization’s board of directors. The monthly meeting was held virtually due to COVID-19. Patrice Johnson, president and editor in chief, said she was pleased to announce Brune’s addition. “Judy and I served together on the board […]
Roberta Ludtke of Stockbridge wins our March Garden Of The Month
by Joan Tucker Dear Readers, Congratulations to Roberta Ludtke of Stockbridge, March’s winner for Garden of the Month. Can you imagine Roberta’s delight when she saw those baby blue Robin’s eggs nestled in the Begonia boliviensis? The yellow and pink coleus with a dainty purple flower really makes this grouping of flowers eye-catching. This cluster […]
Build a Snowperson or Snowanimal Contest Entry
Sarah Swieringa with her Snow Pig Keturah & Moriah with their Snow Bunny
Todd Schray of Grass Lake wins February’s Garden Of The Month
by Joan Tucker Dear Readers, Congratulations to Todd Schray of Grass Lake, February’s winner for Garden of the Month. This photo displays a large variety of plants flanked by metal dinosaur sculptures, the T. Rex on the left and the triceratops on the right. In the center, Saybrook juniper reflects the sunlight off its yellow […]
Groups and resources that enrich our community
The local area is home to a wide array of nonprofit and charitable organizations, all for the benefit of local residents. The information below represents Stockbridge Community News’ best efforts to compile descriptions and contact information. Not listed or notice an error? Please accept our apologies and email corrected information to Stockbridgecommunitynews@gmail.com or snail mail […]
Judi Cook From Cravingz of Stockbridge wins January’s Garden Of The Month
by Joan Tucker Dear Readers, Congratulations to Judi Cook from Cravingz of Stockbridge, January’s Garden winner of the month. Her water trough container gardens were alive with bright colors and texture this late fall. Judi’s creative gardening and hard work keep the corner of Elizabeth and Clinton absolutely beautiful! Her ever-changing ideas continue to delight […]