Stockbridge
Death Notices and updates- LeMaster,Henry, and Brown
Linda Sue LeMaster, Stockbridge, died Oct. 14, 2019. Memorial service to be held at Waterloo Hall starting at one p.m. with service at 1:30. Gathering from 1-3. No date given. Contributions to Stockbridge Community Outreach. Harold A. Henry, Gregory, died Oct.15, 2019, Arrangement pending. Robert C. Brown Jr. (previously listed). Memorial Service to be held Sunday Oct. 20, […]
Student of the Month: Annabelle Wilburn– 2nd Grade
by Cindy Lance This months spotlight shines on Smith Elementary 2nd grader Annabelle Wilburn. Terri Grant, her 1st grade teacher put forth the nomination and stated “Annabelle is always a perfect model of Smith Panther Pride. She is very respectful of others, makes wise choices and is a dedicated student, always eager to learn . She […]
Stockbridge boys soccer team pays tribute to Mike Jones
by Cindy Lance The Stockbridge Boys Varsity Soccer team came together with family and friends Oct. 2 to dedicate a new flagpole, stone and plaque in honor of Mike Jones. Jones, a big supporter of the program, passed away suddenly in April, leaving behind grieving family, friends and community. Eddie Koch, 2019 Stockbridge High School […]
Facing a Blue Christmas?
by Diane Rockall Christmas songs are starting to make their way into the stores, along with decorations and sales, and while many look forward to the holidays as a time of gathering with friends and families, there are those for whom the holidays are a dreaded time of year. Crossroads Community Church wants to offer […]
Crossroads Community Church’s new Bridge Builders initiative
by Diane Rockall “Mobilizing the community to serve our neighbors who could use a helping hand.” Mission Statement of Crossroads Community Church’s new Bridge Builders initiative. October started with a literal “bang” for members of the newly-formed Bridge Builders as they put their hammers to work helping a single mom with some repairs on her […]
Two Uncaged news students earned individual national recognition
by Elizabeth Cyr We are very proud to announce that two Uncaged news students earned individual national recognition for their news design work. The Columbia Scholastic Press Association announced the winners from its 36th Gold Circle Awards program. This year, these categories attracted 7187 news and magazines entries submitted in 86 categories. Informational graphics: Portfolio of […]
Manna Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting. ‘Food Worth Walking About’
by Tina Cole-Mullins, Photos by DigitalCrumbs Photography and Jason Allen A ribbon cutting ceremony was held for the new Manna, Monday, Oct. 4. The event, sponsored by the Stockbridge Area Chamber of Commerce, officially recognized the village’s latest new business and welcomed owners Naomi and Kevin Carson. In a show of support, […]
Stockbridge Teacher Nikki Myers shares with her students the wisdom that comes with years of experience
by Amy Haggerty Nikki Myers has taught for Stockbridge Schools for 24 years. She has taught a variety of grades, including first through fourth, plus sixth, seventh, and Title I. Myers grew up in Stockbridge, and her parents, Roger and Sharon, stayed in the Stockbridge area. Teaching was in her blood, considering her father taught […]
Characters Come to Life in Cemetery Tour
By Dutch Ramsdill The eleventh annual tour of Oaklawn Cemetery took place September 22, 2019 on a warm Sunday afternoon. The Stockbridge Area Genealogical/Historical Society presented the program free of charge. The Society “brought to life” individuals from Stockbridge’s past using actors to tell their stories. The cast of characters, with actors in parentheses, […]
Death Notices – Harr & Scheppe
Lyla Joyce Harr, Grass Lake died 9-28, 2019. Service 10-2 2019 Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home. Visitation Tuesday, October 1, 2019 at funeral home. Warren K. Scheppe, Stockbridge died 9-27-2019. Memorial celebration Sunday, October 13, 2019 at 3:00 p.m. at the White Oak Township Hall. Memorial contributions to either Stockbridge Community Outreach or Stockbridge Library.