THE STONERIVER SCOOP
MONTHLY HIGHLIGHT
Wellness Challenge Results
What an extraordinary wellness month it has been! Let’s celebrate the incredible achievements of all the teams for their outstanding efforts! You all truly rose to the occasion! 🎉 Together, we reached an astonishing total of 12,107,979 steps in our challenge!
Now, prepare yourselves for the eagerly awaited update: the final team standings for the competition! It was a thrilling race to the finish! After tallying each team’s weekly averages, here’s how every team performed at the finish line:
- Vital’s Viral Rivals – 306,965
- Walkie Talkies – 287,334
- Walkin’ on the Wild Side – 277,989
- Gun Runners – 268,924
- Sweat Equity – 241,597
- All Panic, No Disco – 197,965
- Walk This Way – 169,550
- The Cliffs Climbers – 157,081
Team “Walkie Talkies” demonstrated exceptional determination in week four, soaring from 4th to an inspiring 2nd place! Team “All Panic, No Disco” showcased their tenacity by sliding past “Walk This Way” to claim 6th place. Meanwhile, Team “Vital’s Viral Rivals” consistently led the pack, emerging victorious amidst fierce competition. Congratulations, Team Vital! You’ve earned an exciting team outing of your choice!
Raquel Gutierrez and Jonathan Morton initially set the pace, dazzling everyone in weeks one and two, but faced a challenge in week three. Anticipation grew for week four, and our determined leaders rose to the occasion, reclaiming their spot at the top! Congratulations to Raquel with an impressive 374,800 total steps and Jonathan with a remarkable 497,631 total steps. You are both celebrated as the final top female and male contestants. A gift card will be sent to your email as a prize for your hard work, so keep an eye out!
Speaking of prizes… I am thrilled to announce the lucky winner from the random drawing for week four: the amazing Michelle Repici! Congratulations, Michelle! Your gift card will be on its way soon!
This year’s wellness challenge was an absolute thrill! The energy and competitiveness were on another level! Huge thanks to each and every one of you for taking part and making this challenge one of the most exhilarating challenges yet!
Property Highlight
198 Milltown
We’re thrilled to share the fantastic news about our newest acquisition, the stunning property at 198 Milltown in Burlington, North Carolina! 🎉 This exceptional addition is now part of our expanding portfolio, and we couldn’t be happier! Welcome to the StoneRiver family!
At 198 Milltown Apartments, a 288-unit community, every detail is designed to elevate the living experience to new heights of elegance and comfort. Proudly recognized with the Top Online Reputation in the Nation and an Elite 1% Winner by J Turner, 198 Milltown Apartments seamlessly combines world-class amenities with an unbeatable location.Â
Offering a selection of one-, two-, or three-bedroom apartments for rent, 198 Milltown provides residents with an exceptional living experience in the best community in the area. Relaxation and recreation are at the forefront, with a fitness center featuring virtual trainers, a playground, and a pool with outdoor grilling stations. Residents can gather with neighbors in the inviting clubhouse, complete with a kitchenette, pool table, indoor fire pit, and a Starbucks Serenade coffee machine for everyone’s favorite brews.Â
Inside these spacious homes, residents can easily unwind with the latest features. Private patios or balconies, granite countertops, and GE Energy Star stainless steel appliances are all a given. They are also pet-friendly, so four-legged friends are welcome!
Meet the Team
Shelby Brenner, Property Manager
“I am originally from California and have lived in North Carolina for three years now. I am engaged and getting married this November. I have a 4-year-old daughter and a 6-year-old bonus son.”
Allison Tucker Sides, Assistant Property Manager
“I’m from North Carolina. I am newly married to my best friend. I have a 9-month-old baby, a 7-year-old child, and bonus kids aged 14 and 17.”
Kayla Oliver, Leasing Consultant
“My name is Kayla, and I have two beautiful dogs, Bailey and Kooper, whom I consider my children. In my free time, I enjoy going to concerts and spending time at the beach. My favorite color is pink, and my favorite food is steak. I am very excited to join the StoneRiver team!”
Kenneth Warren, Maintenance Supervisor
“I have a bulldog named Fat Tony, and I have two beautiful daughters, ages 3 and 12. In my free time, I enjoy fishing and attending boxing classes.”
James Dawson, Maintenance Technician
“I am originally from New York. Making music is my favorite hobby, and I have a toddler and a six-year-old.”
Employee News
New Hires and Promotions
Promotions:
Let’s come together to celebrate the incredible individuals who have earned promotions recently! Their hard work, dedication, and exceptional contributions have not gone unnoticed. Join us in recognizing their accomplishments and wishing them continued success in their new roles!
- Wesley Burleson: Promoted to Area Property Manager at Concord Ridge
- Ronald Whatley: Promoted to Maintenance Supervisor at Inverness Cliffs
- Joel Enright: Promoted to Property Manager at Magnolia Grove
- Samantha Cahoon: Promoted to Assistant Property Manager at Concord Ridge
New Hires:
Let’s give a warm and enthusiastic welcome to our amazing new hires! 🎉 We can’t wait to see the incredible contributions they’ll make!
- Sam Ess: Development ManagerÂ
- Brandy Cullins: Vice President of Property Management Â
- Shelby Brenner: Property Manager, 198 Milltown
- James Dawson: Maintenance Technician, 198 Milltown
- Kayla Oliver: Leasing Consultant, 198 Milltown
- Allison Tucker Sides: Assistant Property Manager, 198 Milltown
- Kenneth Warren: Maintenance Supervisor, 198 Milltown
- Esteban Muniz Martinez: Maintenance Technician, Magnolia Grove
- Aubrey Adamek: Assistant Property Manager, Terraces
- Terry Mutta: Leasing Consultant, Vital
HR Corner
Vision Service Plan
Vision is offered through the Vision Service Plan (VSP), which is part of StoneRiver’s commitment to your well-being. VSP provides affordable, quality vision care, such as routine eye exams, lenses, frames, contacts, and more. Â
Plan Highlights (Visit VSP for additional details):
- Well Vision Exam once per calendar year
- Frame allowance every other calendar year
- Single vision, lined bifocal, and lined trifocal lenses every calendar year
- Contact Lens allowance every calendar year (instead of glasses)
* Your coverage goes further if you visit an in-network provider.Â
How to use VSP:
- Members can create an account on the VSP website to view in-network coverage and find the VSP network doctor who is right for you.
- You will need to provide your SSN and DOB when using your vision insurance since VSP doesn’t issue a vision card. You can register for a VSP account and print a Member ID Card, but this isn’t necessary to use your coverage. Â
- Your dependents who are enrolled in coverage will also provide your SSN and DOB since you are the primary account holder. Â
This Month’s Celebrations
Earth Day
For 55 years, Earth Day has helped people become aware of and take action on important environmental issues. We focus on keeping our planet healthy, including our air, oceans, soil, ecosystems, wildlife, and human health. Earth Day 2025 will fall on Tuesday, April 22, and this year’s theme is “Our Power, Our Planet.” As Earth Day celebrates its 55th anniversary on April 22, 2025, 192 countries and over one billion people around the world are expected to participate. This demonstrates that the Earth Day movement remains as committed today as it was in 1970 to unite people for a better future.
Earth Day reminds us of the call from hundreds of thousands of people to create a global partnership to act, innovate, and protect the environment. This includes companies, governments, and citizens, all of whom share responsibility.
Service Day
StoneRiver’s Annual Service Day takes place in the month of April. It is always a great time to give back to the community and have a little fun with your team members. We can’t wait to see those pictures in the May issue of the StoneRiver Scoop.
National Pet Month Coming Up
It’s time to show your pet some extra love and appreciation for National Pet Month, which begins on May 1! Did you know that about 80 million homes in America have an animal family member? And about half of those households have more than one. We want to celebrate how important our pets are by showcasing them in our next newsletter! Send in your pet photos, along with the pet’s name, and we will be sure to show off your best friend in our newsletter!
Property Operational Tips
World Day for Safety and Health at Work
Every year, World Day for Safety and Health at Work is observed to raise awareness about the importance of workplace safety and health. This year, in 2025, the spotlight is on the impact of digitalization and artificial intelligence (AI) on workers’ well-being. With rapid advancements in technology, the workplace is evolving faster than ever before. While these innovations bring new opportunities, they also raise concerns about safety, health, and the future of work itself.
These innovations are revolutionizing industries and changing how people work. Whether it’s a robot taking over repetitive tasks, a remote worker communicating through virtual reality, or an AI system assisting in decision-making, technology is deeply embedded in today’s work environments. However, it’s essential to understand how these new technologies can affect workers’ safety and health.Â
As workplaces evolve with AI, robotics, exoskeletons, and remote work, these technologies bring both opportunities and challenges. While automation enhances efficiency and reduces physical strain, it also introduces new risks, such as cybersecurity threats, mental health concerns, and ergonomic issues. This theme emphasizes the need for proactive safety measures, updated regulations, and worker training to ensure technology-driven workplaces remain safe, inclusive, and healthy for all employees in the digital era.
Birthdays
Wishing a very Happy Birthday to all of the April birthdays:
- 4/6 Blake Sellers (Birmingham)
- 4/7 Daniel Stork (Inverness)
- 4/18 Michelle Repici (Inverness)
- 4/23 Paul Daniels (Birmingham)
- 4/24 Melissa Phillips (WildForest)
- 4/27 Mariana Alvarez (Terraces)
- 4/28 Tim Fitzpatrick (Birmingham)
- 4/28 Pablo Hernandez (Terraces)
Anniversaries
- 1 Year Karina Garza (Magnolia Grove)
- 1 Year Leomar Arellano (Vital)
- 1 Year Melissa Phillips (WildForest)
- 4 Years Raquel (Vital)
- 4 Years Rabecca Lenhart (Vital)
- 4 Years Sebastian Nord (Vital)Â
- 8 Years Mike Ogles (Birmingham)
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