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ABBOTT & FILLMORE AGENCY—FULL SERVICE SINCE 1946
We compare several different top insurance companies for you. We have clients in all areas of Michigan as well as other states. Insurance coverage in Michigan is part of daily life, and it can sometimes be overwhelming or confusing to research and understand all the options available. Your needs might be personal insurance such as […]
Clyde’s Corner: Feedback ensures readers enjoy Clyde’s true, but shorter, stories
by Clyde Whitaker I have never considered myself a writer. To my way of thinking, a writer is someone who has authored books, writes for a daily publication, or has years and years of experience—much more than I have. Looking back, my columns have been about things I’ve pulled from my memory, which luckily, I […]
Men of the Hour
Gary Ludtke: Commitment, consistency lead to a trifecta in 2025 by Mary Jo David Around the world, Nov. 19 is recognized as International Men’s Day to “celebrate, worldwide, the positive value men bring to the world, their families, and communities.” Once again, in our November issue, Stockbridge Community News is featuring Men of the Hour—men from our own […]
Obituary: Marvin Woodrow Cook Jr.
Marvin Woodrow Cook Jr., age 85, of Stockbridge, Michigan, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2025, at Henry Ford Allegiance Hospice Home in Jackson. Marvin always said, “I’m an Arkansas Boy, born on the Judd Hill Plantation on the kitchen table!” Marvin was born February 16, 1940 in Trumann, Arkansas, the son of Marvin Sr. […]
Rural Perspectives
Puffballs grow differently than mushrooms by Diane Constable The giant puffball (Calvatia gigantea) is one of our largest fungi. This easily identifiable giant mushroom grows in fields and forests in late summer into fall. It grows quickly, usually after a rain, to be about the size of a soccer ball. On average, it grows up […]
Get involved with SRSLY
SRSLY (text language for “seriously”) is a coalition of community members and partners working together to prevent youth substance use and support youth mental health. WHAT WE DO HOW TO GET INVOLVED To get involved or if you would like more information, please email us at info@srslystockbridge.org or call 734-593-8089. STAY CONNECTED Click here to […]
Adiska Family Dental—Accepting New Patients
Adiska Family Dental is family owned and operated. We value our patient relationships providing gentle, compassionate dental care. We have modern equipment you would expect from a big city dentist, with personalized care and convenience of your hometown. We are proud to be a part of this community and we make it a point to […]
Men of the Hour
Gary Ludtke: Commitment, consistency lead to a trifecta in 2025 by Mary Jo David Around the world, Nov. 19 is recognized as International Men’s Day to “celebrate, worldwide, the positive value men bring to the world, their families, and communities.” Once again, in our November issue, Stockbridge Community News is featuring Men of the Hour—men from our own […]
Obituary: David Lee Minix
David Lee Minix, age 78, of Stockbridge, MI, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2025, with his three loving children by his side at Divine Living Center of Leslie. Born on December 3, 1946, in Salyersville, Kentucky, David was the son of Edwin and Earnestine (Salyer) Minix. He graduated from Stockbridge High School and spent […]
Obituary: Patricia Ann Haidler
Following an extended illness, Patricia Ann Haidler passed away at her home in Gregory, Michigan on October 25, 2025 with loved ones at her side. Patty was born on July 6th, 1954, at Tachikawa AFB near Tokyo, Japan, to the late William Bernard and Frances Helen Haidler. She is survived by her sister, Maria […]