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Christmas program brings Elvis to Christmas story
By Lorrie Brooks The Stockbridge United Methodist Church was packed with more than 100 people to see its Christmas program, “I Saw Elvis at Stockbridge United Methodist Church,” starring Tristan Decroix as Elvis, Roger Trowbridge and Larry Guenther as the Blues Brothers, Elwood and Jake Blues, Harleigh Hart as Baby Jesus, Sally Long as Mrs. […]
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Jennifer Grumelot: Lifetime volunteer to retire
by Diane Rockall Anyone who meets Jennifer Grumelot is bound to see that her life centers on three things: her religious faith, her family and her community. Now, after 55 years of service to the Stockbridge Community Grumelot says she is retiring. When asked about her volunteer efforts, she recalled her first volunteer project in […]
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The new year: Time to put our lives in order
By Roberta Ludtke The coming of a new year is a perfect time to organize our lives. After I retired, I realized if anything unfortunate were to befall my husband and me, our children would have a difficult time settling our affairs. I set out to organize a family notebook containing all of our information. […]
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Did you know?
By Molly Howlett Are you one of the many people upset by the increasing amount of junk accumulating in the village of Stockbridge? Perhaps you have even called or stopped into the village office to complain about how our charming village has become less appealing over the past few years because of the junk, trash […]
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From the Superintendent’s desk
by Karl Heidrich During the 2014-2015 school year our district developed board goals and a strategic plan which guided the positive direction of our school district. We have had tremendous focus with our goals over the past three years and have had forward momentum in many areas. Our current vision and goals are as follows: […]
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Save the Date- 15th Annual Festival of Tables
Article and Photo by Judy Williams The Stockbridge Area Educational Foundation (SAEF) is busy planning its 15th annual fundraiser, the Festival of Tables. Co-chair persons, Chuck Wisman and Carrie Graham are actively organizing and delegating responsibilities. Graham shook her head and stated, “There is so much that needs to be done, I’m just […]
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Reindeer bring holiday cheer to Stockbridge Library
Article and photos by Paul Crandall Live reindeer brought holiday cheer Thursday, December 14 to the Stockbridge Library, Capital Area District Library, in a festive observance of the holiday season. The Reindeer, two-year-old Sven and eight-month-old Duke, greeted visitors outdoors while those who ventured inside were treated to hot chocolate, crafts and holiday dulcimer music provided […]
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Police Blotter submitted by Police Chief Johnnie W. Torres Jr.
Stockbridge Police responded to the following complaints this week: 12/04/2017 4:10: The Stockbridge Police Department was dispatched to the 4000 block of E. Main Street in response to a mail carrier advising that they heard someone screaming in distress at this location. The mail carrier then left. Police arrived and discovered that a 77 […]
RESTORATIVE JUSTICE: What it is and can it work in Stockbridge?
Below, the Stockbridge Community News is pleased to introduce the first of a new monthly column from Chief of Police, Johnnie Torres, Jr.: By Chief Johnnie Torres, Jr. In criminal justice there are several approaches to achieve justice. For many, justice may mean that when a person commits a crime against another person, he or […]
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Groups and resources enriching our community
The Stockbridge area is home to a wide array of nonprofit and charitable organizations, all for the benefit of local residents. The information below represents a first pass at compiling descriptions and contact information. Descriptions have been cropped here due to space limitations. To see the expanded descriptions, go to Stockbridgecommunitynews.com. Not listed or notice […]