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Rural Perspectives: Eastern gray tree frog (Hyla versicolor)
by Diane Constable You never know where you might find the adorable eastern gray tree frog (Hyla versicolor). I found this guy taking a nap in one of my day lily flowers. I also have found them on windows and screens looking for insects that are attracted to the outside lights, and I even had […]
The Open Air Market of Stockbridge is on the Town Square: July 23
This is the Market’s 11th season and each Friday through October 29 (26 weeks), we will be on the township square in downtown Stockbridge from 4 to 7 pm. This week, Pregitzer Farms returns with local produce including sweet corn, beans, potatoes, peppers, squash, beets, etc. Also, Joey’s little red wagon is back. And, […]
Don’t call it a comeback, for Panther Cubs PTO never left
by Jill Marie Ogden It was March 2020 and the Panther Cubs PTO was cruising along at full tilt. The organization had built up a lot of momentum over the past few years. The group was wrapping up Kids Night Out, an event in partnership with the Athletic Boosters, and was gearing up for a […]
Christmas-in-July Matching Grant Fundraiser at Outreach
Double your gift in July during the annual Christmas-in-July Matching Grant Opportunity to support the work of Stockbridge Community Outreach. The Board of Directors of Stockbridge Community Outreach will match monetary donations up to a total of $10,000 received by Saturday, July 31 for our Christmas in July fundraising program. Stockbridge Community Outreach has seen […]
SRSLY SAFE SUMMER FUN
SRSLY offers a variety of safe, fun activities for our youth & families! Pedal for Prevention, which is open to bikers, walkers, and runners, will take place between July 16 and August 13 at any of the local trails in the Chelsea, Dexter, Manchester and Stockbridge communities. The event will encourage healthy outdoor activity and […]
Obituary: Robert Lee Sooy
Robert Lee Sooy, of Westland, MI, formerly of Ypsilanti, age 73, passed away on July 10, 2021 at the Cherry Hill Nursing Home & Rehabilitation Center in Westland. He was born in Stockbridge, MI on April 24, 1948, the son of Sherman and Viola (Risner) Sooy. Rob served in the US Air Force from 1973 […]
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Paws and Claws: Microchips help bring lost pets back home
by Cindy Anderson, DVM, Animal Care Clinic Warm summer greetings! Did you know that Aug. 15 is National Check the Chip Day? What does that mean for us as pet owners? Many of us have gone the extra step in order to keep our precious pets safe by having them micro-chipped and registered in the […]
Waterloo Farm Museum celebrates Log Cabin Day
by Arlene Kaiser With all the rain, tornado warnings and hot weather, you would think it would have been a terrible idea to have an outdoor event. But like the pioneers that came before us, we never give up. The event called “Blacksmiths, Soldiers & Log Cabin Weekend” went on June 26 and June 27, […]
Death Notice: Garnett Puckett-Harook
Garnett Puckett-Harook was born on September 19, 1933, in Prestonsburg, KY. Garnett passed away on July 17, 2021, at 87. A Graveside Service is being planned with final details forthcoming. Expressions of sympathy may be made in Garnett’s name to Cascades Humane Society in Jackson, MI. Arrangements by Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge, MI.
Taking a road trip? The library can help
by Head Librarian Sherri McConnell All CADL branches have lifted COVID restrictions, and we are so excited to welcome you back inside the Stockbridge Branch! Browse the shelves, use a computer, make copies or use the Wi-Fi with your own device. Take time to check out the free puzzle and game exchange and the […]