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Recalling the good old days in Stockbridge
by Mary Lou (Shellenbarger) Clifton Old folks, of whom I guess I am one, often throw out the phrase, “the good old days.” But just for a moment, put aside the computer, the smartphone, the iPad. You get the idea. In 1947, my dad accepted a teaching position in the Stockbridge Schools. So my parents, […]
5 Healthy Towns Foundation announces retirement of long-time CEO Amy Heydlauff
On March 22, 5 Healthy Towns Foundation (5HF) announced that its first chief executive officer, Amy Heydlauff, will retire in July 2021. 5HF is a community-wellness foundation that serves the Michigan school districts of Stockbridge, Chelsea, Dexter, Grass Lake, and Manchester with a mission to cultivate personal and community wellness. They currently oversee three wellness […]
Hot Shooting Chelsea Ends Panthers Season in Districts
The Stockbridge basketball team could not overcome the hot outside shooting of Chelsea Thursday night as the Panthers fell to the Bulldogs 62-43 in the Division 2 district semifinals. The Bulldogs sank 11 triples on the night, including six in the third quarter as Chelsea blew open a close game and ended the Panthers season […]
5 Healthy Towns Foundation announces retirement of long-time CEO Amy Heydlauff
On March 22, 5 Healthy Towns Foundation (5HF) announced that its first chief executive officer, Amy Heydlauff, will retire in July 2021. 5HF is a community-wellness foundation that serves the Michigan school districts of Stockbridge, Chelsea, Dexter, Grass Lake, and Manchester with a mission to cultivate personal and community wellness. They currently oversee three wellness […]
Lady Panthers Season Ends in District Semifinals
The Stockbridge girls’ basketball team could not overcome a slow start as the Panthers fell to Chelsea 46-37 in the Division 2 district semifinals at Tecumseh Wednesday night. The Panthers were cold from the start as they fell behind the Bulldogs 12-0 with 54 seconds left in the first quarter. It wasn’t just cold shooting […]
Onondaga Dragway revving up plans for racing once again
New owner launches other events at site until track can reopen by Tina Cole-Mullins With the coming of warm spring days, there also appears to be new activities and excitement at the embattled Onondaga Dragway on Bellevue Road in Onondaga. Recently, even the “Save the Onondaga Dragway” Facebook page has a breath of fresh air […]
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StockBIZ: Stockbridge landscaping businesses gear up for a long, busy season
by Mary Jo David This is a great time to be in a landscaping business. According to an August 2020 CNBC article, the online Houzz home remodeling platform reported a 58% annual increase in project leads for professionals in June 2020. Of those, professionals working on outdoor spaces saw the biggest increase in demand. Additionally, […]
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SCN writers bring home honors in competition with 21 states
by Agnes Geiger The Stockbridge Community News earned six awards in this year’s National Federation of Press Women’s At-Large Communications Contest. This is the fourth consecutive year that SCN’s writers were honored in the contest. “The at-large contest is extremely competitive and (these awards showcase) your amazing writing talents,” said Teri Ehresman, of Idaho, NFPW […]
Jeanne Richter of Farmers State Bank awarded 2021 MBA Banker of the Year
Jeanne Richter, president and CFO of Farmers State Bank of Munith, was selected as the 2021 MBA Banker of the Year. The Michigan Bankers Association Board of Directors recognized Richter based on her commitment to the association, her contributions to the industry, the success of her bank, and her strong record of community service. “Jeanne […]
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A glance in the rearview mirror: April 1921—Mumps. Prunes. Olives. And women feeling their oats.
by Mary Jo David The following excerpts are from April 1921 editions of the Stockbridge Brief-Sun newspaper. A SELECTION FROM SCHOOL NOTES: “Possibly you have noticed that the school bell taps about five minutes before time for the last bell. This extra exertion on the part of the janitor is to avoid a rush on […]