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The Wonders of Science: Physics behind fireworks
by Eric Rasmussen It’s finally summertime. Swimming pools are open, grills are cooking, and Fourth of July festivities are right around the corner. Of course, July 4th is a celebration of the United States declaring independence. But as we watch fireworks explode in the night sky, this day is also a celebration of quantum physics. […]
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Prisoners and dogs. Who gains the most?
by Cathy Collins Behind prison walls, unknown to much of the public, dogs are being used as one of Michigan’s Department of Corrections most powerful rehabilitative tools. For several years MDOC has partnered with numerous non-profits, animal shelters and humane societies to develop programs enlisting the help of prisoners to train dogs, and […]
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Gregory student to study conservation in Paraguay
by Alex Weddon June 19, 2019. Elizabeth Schultz, of Gregory, is a current master’s degree student in the Global Field Program from Miami University’s Project Dragonfly, and she will soon travel to Paraguay. There, Schultz will study and co-develop an eco-leadership program with the university’s partner, Para La Tierra. Schultz works as a community engagement coordinator at the Howell Nature Center. More information about her 2019 course may […]
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Fond memories of summers past
by Tina Cole Mullins Summer in Michigan—what joy! This reporter’s childhood summers were made hotter working in one of the local muck fields with the sun beating down on the carpet of black dirt. But my family and I were often refreshed with a swim in one of the many local lakes or swimming holes. […]
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Paul Crandall receives new Mike Jones award for contributions to local arts
by Diane Rockall During this year’s Art Show at A Day in the Village, the Stockbridge Area Arts Council announced a new award and Paul Crandall, the recently retired Stockbridge Head librarian, was the named its first recipient. The Mike Jones Award for Contributions to the Artswas created in memory of artist sculptor Michael Jones of […]
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Break-In Suspect Tracked in Unadilla
On June 19,2019 , Unadilla Township Police received a report of a break in at a Hadley Road residence. Officers responded to investigate. A blood hound was used to track the suspect to a neighboring residence. The suspect, 32 year old David Houk, admitted to police that he had entered the garage of the residence. […]
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StockBIZ: The Cravingz Café Takeover: Mystery Solved!
by Mary Jo David Every town has buzz—especially small towns. And lately, a lot of the buzz in Stockbridge has centered on what’s happening at Cravingz. Except for Thursday jazz nights and the occasional special event, the coffee shop, located at 140 S. Clinton, closed last November. As spring rains gave way to summer—and more […]
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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE WATERLOO TOWNSHIP
The Waterloo Township Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, July 16, 2019 at 7:00pm at the Waterloo Township Offices located at 9773 Mt. Hope Road, Munith, MI 49259. The purpose of the Public Hearing is to receive public comment for proposed text changes to Sections 3.05 and 3.06 of Article 3 of […]
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Hero McArthur sisters pass the Alumni Association torch
by Mary Lou Clifton Why has the Stockbridge Alumni Association been able to host an alumni banquet for 123 years when so many other long-time organizations and clubs have folded over the years? Answer: For more years than anyone can recall, two hard-working and dedicated sisters have successfully organized and promoted this annual event. Now, […]