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Paws and Claws
Keep a watchful eye on pets during the holidays by Cindy Anderson, DVM The holiday season is upon us and many pet parents love to include their furry companions in the festivities. It is important to keep your pets’ eating and activity as close to their normal routine as possible. Also, be sure to steer […]
From CADL Stockbridge
Some holiday events coming back to library by Head Librarian Sherri McConnell While some things have been put on hold, some of our much-anticipated holiday traditions have returned to the library this year. The reindeer are coming! Come by CADL Stockbridge on Monday, Dec. 13 from 3:30-5 p.m. to rub their noses and scratch their […]
5 Healthy Towns: One Big Connection
One Big Connection (OBC) is the official platform of the One Big Thing Initiative, a collaborative effort to enhance connections, optimism, resiliency and engagement in the 5 Healthy Towns region. We know that mental health is of the utmost importance. You can expect our OBC action teams to provide information, opportunities, and resources that suit […]
Our community appreciates our teachers and school personnel
THANK YOU Stockbridge teachers and staff members for all that you do for the students and families in our community! You are appreciated.
Garden Club deck the hall–historic Stockbridge Township Hall
by Judy Williams It’s looking more like Christmas around Stockbridge thanks to 23 Stockbridge Area Garden Club members. The mighty members divided into four groups to conquer the holiday task. The hardier members took on the work of trimming the 9-foot spruce donated by Molly and Rick Howlett of the Howlett Tree Farm, […]
St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea recognized with an ‘A’ Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade
Information from St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea, a joint venture hospital between Saint Joseph Mercy Health System and University of Michigan Health, announced Nov. 10 that it has received an “A” Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade for fall 2021. This national distinction recognizes achievement in protecting patients from harm and error within each […]
Reading Between the Lines
Fun titles for children and pets to enjoy this holiday season by Shuyler Clark With the frigid winter settling in and kids out of school for the holidays, parents may want a distraction for their children during slow days. Reading to pets is a perfect activity to pass the time and has many benefits, including […]
Death Notice: Edsel Carpenter
Edsel Carpenter, age 86, of Stockbridge, MI passed away on November 14, 2021. He was born May 15, 1935 in Royalton, Kentucky. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, November 17, 2021, 11:00 a.m. at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea. Burial will follow at Oaklawn Cemetery, Stockbridge. The family will receive friends at the funeral […]
Staff Spotlight: Parapro Delores Shippe—Grandma Dee—has a special gift
by Amy Haggerty Working with children who have special needs has become one of Delores Shippe’s callings in life. She currently works at Stockbridge Junior/Senior High School, supporting classroom teachers and assisting students with learning difficulties so they can function in the classroom with one-on-one help. “I love high school and, yes, after all these […]
Outreach needs your help to spread joy at the holidays
Holiday planning at Outreach begins before Halloween, as we gear up for our busiest time of year. 2021 promises to be busier than ever, with many new families in need of assistance during this pandemic crisis. Here are some dates and information for those who wish to apply for assistance and for those with the […]