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The Sandhill Crane (Antigone canadensis)
by Diane Constable The Sandhill Crane is the tallest bird you will see in our area. This magnificent bird is also one of the oldest bid species on earth. Native Indians considered them peacemakers, good luck omens, and symbols of independence and wisdom. In the Spring observers may enjoy the treat of seeing them dance […]
Thank you donors: Denise and Larry Allen
The Stockbridge Community News wishes to express its appreciation to Denise and Larry Allen for their generous donations. Welcome new friends!
Obituary: Reba L Marshall
Reba Louise (Rice) Marshall entered the Sweet Hereafter on Sunday, December 20, 2020 at WellBridge of Pinckney, in Pinckney, Michigan at the age of 95. She was born in Webberville, MI on August 9th, 1925 to Merton and Geneva Rice. After graduation from Dansville High School she worked at the Stockbridge State Bank. It was […]
Gregory Mudders give back
by Sally Meitz What do mudbogging and community service have in common? Both are activities enjoyed by the Gregory Mudders, a local mudbogging and trail riding club that started small in 2005 and has grown to almost 20 members. Over the years the off-roading club has adopted families for Christmas and made donations to others […]
Rebecca’s Warriors offer ‘Ribbons of Hope’
by Tina Cole-Mullins Amid the sparkle and twinkle of this year’s holiday decorations, a tree adorned in pink “Ribbons of Hope” was placed within the village square. This unique tree also has a unique purpose. Created by Rebecca’s Warriors, the tree stands as a display for breast cancer awareness and to show support for Rebecca […]
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Editorial
Dear Reader, According to Washington Post reporter Margaret Sullivan, “Journalism remains in a state of emergency. Increasingly under the control of corporate chains backed by private-equity firms, far too many American newsrooms are hemorrhaging staff.” Sullivan reports, “Fifty-five news outlets have closed for good since the pandemic began—and that’s on top of more than 2,000 […]
St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea receives COVID-19 vaccine, administers first vaccinations
CHELSEA, Mich. (Dec. 23, 2020) – Earlier today St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea received and administered its first shipment of the FDA-approved Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. The hospital received 1,700 doses, joining six other Trinity Health Michigan hospitals that have begun administering COVID-19 vaccines to front line workers. The vaccines are being administered on a voluntary basis to health care personnel […]
Vaping 101 Program: What’s Important to Know
A FREE one-hour educational training program for adults and adolescents to learn the facts about vaping, including information on: What vaping is Devices Risks and effects Youth prevention The training will be offered on Zoom on the following date: Monday, January 25th, 12:00 to 1:00pm To register, please visit https://srslycoalition.org/trainings/
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As hospitals nationwide respond to COVID-19 surge, St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea receives “A” grade for patient safety
CHELSEA, MI, (Dec. 21, 2020) – Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades, which assigns A, B, C, D and F letter grades to hospitals nationally for patient safety, announced that St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea has received an “A” ranking on its Fall 2020 scorecard. Amid its response to COVID-19, St. Joe’s was awarded an “A” for its commitment to […]
Obituary: Brian G. Woolcock
Brian G. Woolcock, age 79, of Stockbridge, MI, passed away on Sunday, December 13, 2020 in Lansing, MI at Robinwood Landing Alzheimer’s Special Care Center. He was born on October 25, 1941 in Pontiac, MI, the son of Horace G. and Florence M. (Eustice) Woolcock. On April 18, 1964, he married Vicki S. (McLaughlin) and […]