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Death Notice: Timothy Erisman
Timothy Mark Erisman, age 55, of Stockbridge passed away on October 24, 2021 in Jackson, MI. He was born on November 29, 1965 in Wayne, MI. A Memorial Service will take place on Friday, October 29, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Pinckney with Rev. Michael R. Ruhl officiating. The family […]
Trinity Health Michigan hospitals receive ‘Most Wired’ recognition
Information from Trinity Health/Saint Joseph Mercy Health System The College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) announced Oct. 15 that all Trinity Health Michigan hospitals, including Mercy Health and Saint Joseph Mercy Health System, have earned 2021 CHIME Digital Health “Most Wired” recognitions. The annual survey assesses how effectively health care organizations incorporate […]
Volleyball Finishes Fifth in GLAC
The Stockbridge volleyball team went 2-1 at the GLAC season ending tournament and finishied fifth overall in the final standings. The Panthers avenged an early season five set loss to Leslie by beating the Blackhawks 25-23, 25-15. They defeated Maple Valley in straight sets 25-14, 25-12 and fell to Perry in two sets 11-25, 16-25. […]
A glance in the rearview mirror: November 1921—Sardine luncheons. Fig syrup for bowels. Man serves buddy’s sentence.
by Mary Jo David The following news excerpts are from November 1921 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 to 1883. Armistice Day: Friday, November 11th, Armistice Day, is for […]
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 […]
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As an Expert: How can I protect my car’s finish?
by John and Theresa Kightlinger Whether your car is decades old or brand new, you want your car to remain looking asnice as possible for as long as possible. Keeping its paint job looking fresh goes a long way, but there are certain materials that can damage car paint. While many are repairable, some are […]
Panthers Rally Past Dansville in Season Finale
The Stockbridge football team closed out the 2021 season by rallying for two fourth quarter touchdowns and defeating the visiting Dansville Aggies 20-14 Friday night. The win on Senior Night lifted the Panthers to a final overall record of 4-5 on the season and played spoiler to any playoff chances that Dansville had in making […]
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Paws and Claws: World Rabies Day 2021 a reminder of the threat
by Cindy Anderson, DVM, Animal Care Clinic The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) celebrated the 15th anniversary of World Rabies Day in late September 2021. When only up to three cases of rabies are reported in the United States yearly, it is easy to become complacent and forget the threat is real. According to The […]
Obituary: Duane Walz
Duane Walz, formerly of Waterloo Township, Michigan, entered into Heaven on Thursday October 21, 2021. He was born to Harold and Florence (Pickett) Walz in Rowe Memorial Hospital in Stockbridge, Michigan, on December 7, 1936. He left behind those whom he dearly loved including his wife of nearly 66 years, Mary Ann; his 7 children: Chuck […]
Carl Manoogian: One of the last Legion Post 510 WWII veterans
by Tina Cole-Mullins As the years and decades fade away, few WWII veterans remain. Carl Manoogian, of Gregory and the American Legion Post 510 in Stockbridge, is one who served his country during the dark days of the Second World War. Manoogian was drafted just before his 18th birthday in November 1944. After a brief […]