Stockbridge
Recreational marijuana: What you should know
by Chief John Torres The citizens of this great state have spoken, and the use marijuana for recreational purposes will soon become legal in Michigan. Whether you agree with the passage of this law or not, we must respect the process. Simply put, the yeas have it. For those who have questions, here are some […]
Student of the Month: Seventh-Grader Jose Ortiz-Martinez
by Cindy Lance Seventh-grader Jose Ortiz-Martinez loves soccer so much, he hopes to become a pro one day. But until then, Jose is busy being a star student in the classroom at Stockbridge Junior High. This effort has been noticed by his teachers and Jose is being honored as December’s Student of the Month. […]
Police Blotter
by Stockbridge Police Chief Johnnie W. Torres, Jr. Stockbridge Police responded to the following complaints this week: 10/26/18, 4:40 pm: Traffic crash at S. M-52 and M-106. A woman rear-ended another vehicle at the intersection. Minor damage, no injuries reported. 6:20 pm: Traffic stop in the 200 block of […]
Garden of the Month
Dear Readers, Congratulations Teri Branstrom of Munith , November’s “Garden of the Month” contest winner. A judge writes, “Retaining wall made beautiful. Gargoyle watches over red poppies called “Shirlies”. If you have a favorite garden, send in photos of it. Each month, July to March, the Stockbridge Area Garden Club will select a garden for […]
Annual Bev Penix Memorial Toy Drive
Son of the American Legion and Ladies Auxiliary. will host DJ Phatboy on Saturday December 1 from 7 p.m. to midnight at the American Legion Hall, 830 S. Clinton St. Stockbridge. Sons of the American Legion will tend a cash bar. The Ladies Auxliary will be tending concessions for 7 until 9 p.m. There […]
Sundae’s With Santa and Stuff a Bus
This year Sundae’s with Santa is scheduled for December 8 at Township Hall sponsored by the Stockbridge Lions Club. The event welcomes all children, old and young to visit Santa and later enjoy Sundaes made possible by the local Lions Club. Bourree Dance and performers will entertain as well as Boyer the Magician (Jeff Boyer). […]
Stockbridge Community Outreach Coat Drive
New coats, mittens, hats, gloves and scarves are being accepted at 114 Wood Street from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m from now until December 15. Items will be distributed through Stockbridge Community Outreach. 114 Wood St. is next to the Stockbridge library. All ages, all sizes are being accepted. Call Susan at 517-775-1610 for […]
Looking Back – November 2018
November 1918, 100 years ago, was a significant time for our community, our country and the entire world. On Nov. 11 of that year at 11 a.m. local time, Germany’s ruler signed a truce with terms ending World War I. President Woodrow Wilson previously had announced the exact time the war would end. In Stockbridge, […]
Community Thanksgiving celebrates 25 years
by Diane Rockall Lena Montgomery and her son Beau, along with Craig and Laurie Goodlock, started a community tradition 25 years ago. The first Community Thanksgiving was held at Munith Methodist Church. It grew out of the desire to share our blessings and our thanks with all in the community. In the first year, 25 […]