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Death Notice: Richard Mason
Richard “Dick” Mason, age 71, of Stockbridge, passed away on November 18th, 2021.
A glance in the rearview mirror
May 1922: Chicken lobes and egg color. Hair bobs aid switch-makers. State Champ vs. The Flash. by Mary Jo David The following news excerpts are from May 1922 editions of the Stockbridge Brief-Sun newspaper. These are mostly reproduced in the original, without edits or corrections. Visit the Stockbridge Library to view electronic copies of old […]
Rural Perspectives: American bald eagle now found in area
by Diane Constable Although uncommon here, the beloved and very protected American bald eagle has taken up residence in our area. Its scientific name Haliaeetus leucocephalushas means white-headed sea eagle. The bald eagle is our largest raptor with an average wingspan of 7.5 feet and a height up to 3.5 feet. It has been known […]
Outreach: It takes a village—and then some
by Jo Mayer and Paul Crandall Every Wednesday Pete Lonsberry pulls into the parking lot of Stockbridge Community Outreach off Cherry and Elm Streets and unloads pallets of produce, dairy and other perishable food from his Greater Lansing Food Bank truck. “It’s nice helping people out,” said Lonsberry, who’s been delivering for the Greater Lansing […]
Staff Spotlight: Carol Nightingale-Poll has built a foundation for helping young learners succeed
by Amy Haggerty Years ago, upon meeting Carol Nightingale-Poll for the first time, she was easy to talk to and very knowledgeable about students who had learning difficulties. At that time, Nightingale-Poll had just accepted a teaching position in the district for the next fall. It’s hard to believe she has now been teaching special […]
Sidney Gipe Signs to Run at University of Mobile
Photos provided by Leisa Gipe Congratulations to Stockbridge senior Sidney Gipe for signing a national letter of intent to run track and field at the University of Mobile in Alabama. She is a four-year track and cross-country runner for the Panthers. Sidney will be pursuing a degree in marine biology and hopes to get […]
In ‘Credible,’ Professor Deborah Tuerkheimer dismantles the credibility complex
by Shuyler Clark In the sixteen years since activist Tarana Burke introduced the phrase “Me Too” in the context of sexual assault, countless people have come forward with their own allegations of misconduct. Whether they are accusing family members, or moguls like Harvey Weinstein, these survivors have given rise to an international movement with widespread […]
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HELPING PEOPLE MOVE FORWARD WITH THEIR LIVES
Gormley and Johnson Law Offices, PLC, is an established law firm that is dedicated to providing quality legal services to clients in Fowlerville, Howell, Webberville, Morrice, Stockbridge, Williamston, Byron & Bancroft. Our practice is primarily focused on family law and divorce, with additional services offered in bankruptcy, criminal law, estate planning and municipal law. Whatever […]
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Bridge to Wellness
May: Using Nutrition Facts Labels can help improve your health by Sophia Speroff, MPH, RD This brief overview of nutrition food labels may help you use the information more effectively and easily to make quick, informed food decisions for a healthy diet. What’s changed? Calories and fat: Larger print to make it easier to see. […]