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Ask an Expert: What is going on with the insurance industry?
by John Theresa Kightlinger It seems like every day we are hearing about cases of less than ethical behavior by some insurance companies. One prime example is a bad situation that’s gotten worse regarding total loss settlement practices. Here’s one scenario: The consumer gets into a collision and the insurer inspects the vehicle and writes […]
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A glance in the rearview mirror
January 1922—Telephone neck. Foiling robbers. Adventurer travels 3 years to enlist by Mary Jo David The following news excerpts are from January 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 local news publications dating back […]
ONLINE COMIC WORKSHOP KICKING OFF THIS JANUARY
Learn how to make your very own comics from professional cartoonist Jerzy Drozd! Wednesdays, January 12 – February 16, 2022 4:30 – 6:00 PM Zoom *Link to be sent upon registration FAQ: How much is the workshop? Free! Do I have to have any experience? No, all level of artists are welcome. But you do […]
Death Notice: Dan C. Carlton
Dan C. Carlton, age 74, of Stockbridge, MI, passed away on December 25, 2021. Dan was born on August 11, 1947 in Highland Park, MI. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, January 5, 2022, 11:00 a.m. at Rives Baptist Church, 2800 W. Berry Road, Rives Junction, with Pastor Dyke Cyphers officiating. The family […]
Thank you donor: Connie Spadafore
The Stockbridge Community News wishes to express its appreciation to Connie Spadafore for her continued support!
New Year’s hopes and dreams … 2022
compiled by Paul Crandall To celebrate the New Year, the Stockbridge Community News reached out to area residents to ask about any hopes, dreams or resolutions they may hold for 2022. Following are their contributions (some have been edited for brevity). “My goal for the next year is to take more vacations away from the […]
Death Notice: Michael Pollok
Michael Lee Pollok, age 59, of Stockbridge, MI, passed away on December 23, 2021. Michael was born on September 10, 1962 in Owosso, Michigan. A private burial will be held at Oaklawn Cemetery, and a Memorial Celebration will be scheduled for a later date.
From CADL Stockbridge
Library to offer ways for kids, adults to get creative by Head Librarian Sherri McConnell According to a 2021 Newsweek article, there are lots of benefits to crafting for adults. Creating arts and crafts can help us cope with stress, boost self-esteem, enhance fine motor skills and help reduce pain and encourage communication. The Scholastic […]
How many memories can a Christmas tree hold?
by Mary Jo David White trees and flocked trees are in vogue this Christmas, with splashy tinsel and baubles in a single hue or bulbs and ribbon in a simple duet of colors. Google it and you’ll find Christmas 2021 has official color themes. The one I found listed “joyful brights” as this season’s theme, […]