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Death Notice: Joanne Bivins
Joanne Bivins, of Jackson, MI, age 77, passed away May 8, 2020. She was born on November 27, 1942 in Chelsea, Michigan. Joanne was raised in Gregory, MI and graduated from Stockbridge High School. A private burial will take place at Oaklawn Cemetery in Stockbridge, Michigan with a memorial service planned for a later date.
Thank You Donor Lois McGauley
The Stockbridge Community News wishes to express its appreciation to Lois McGauley for her continued support!
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UNCAGED: MIPA State Journalism Awards
Congratulations to our staff members who placed at the MIPA state journalism awards live event yesterday. YOUTUBE VIDEO OF THE LIVE EVENT AT THE BOTTOM Multiplatform news coverage Second Place, senior Hannah Bolton Illustration Second Place, sophomore Sydney Switzenberg Honorable Mention, sophomore Sydney Switzenberg Information Graphic 1st Place, senior Tyler Showerman Third […]
Staff Spotlight: Social worker John Twining links students with the support they need to succeed
by Amy Haggerty John Twining has worked as a school social worker for Stockbridge Community Schools for 12 years. You will find him in the front lobby at the junior/senior high school. He’s hard to miss—a tall man towering over everyone, conversing and reassuring students with positive gestures and comments. Twining takes his job seriously […]
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Call for Nominations – 5HF Champions 4 Wellness
(Chelsea, MI) — Do you know an individual or business who has been an inspirational role model for personal or community wellness? Do you know someone who has devoted their career or life skills to promoting wellness around them? Now is your chance to help us honor them! 5 Healthy Towns Foundation (5HF) is seeking […]
Obituary: Ronald L. Richmond
Ronald L. Richmond, age 65, of Stockbridge, MI, passed away on May 5, 2020. He was born in Jackson, MI on May 8, 1954, son of Earl and Shirley (Schultz) Richmond. For 32 years, Ron worked for Chrysler as a driver and mechanic. He lived in the area his entire life, and he spent any free […]
Death Notice: Donald ‘Bud’ L. Davis
Donald ‘Bud’ L. Davis of Milan, MI, formerly of Gregory, MI, age 73, died Sunday, May 3, 2020. He was born March 11, 1947 in Altoona, PA. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Chelsea Retirement Community, 801 W. Middle St, Chelsea, MI 48118; or to […]
Obituary: Ralph D. Sally
Ralph D. Sally, age 49, of Stockbridge, MI passed away at home on May 4, 2020 under the care of his wife and Hospice. Born October 20, 1970 in Jackson, MI, Ralph is the son of Albert C. Sally of Munith and the late Sharon Frey of Redford. On May 22, 2007, he married Christine […]
Obituary: Wanda Lee (Davis) Barnett
Wanda Lee (Davis) Barnett, age 75, of Stockbridge, MI, passed away peacefully at home on May 4, 2020. She was born in Jackson, KY on February 23, 1945, daughter of Ernie and Dellie (Rowe) Davis. On June 24, 1965, she married Roger Lee in Dansville, MI, and he survives. Wanda worked in the office at Hatch […]
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Fresh Food Initiative Plans to Increase Quantities
by Karen Smith Although the Fresh Produce distribution doesn’t officially begin until 5 pm, the parking lot at Jeruel Baptist on April 13th was full at 4:30 and masked, hardworking volunteers started filling cars with pre-packed boxes. By 5:12 pm, all 125 boxes had been given away. Unfortunately, some went away empty-handed. Previous distributions at […]