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USDA Undersecretary of Rural Development attends Roundtable about Northern Michigan Small Businesses
GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY - Venture North is nonprofit community development institution that supports small businesses in 10 Northern Michigan Counties. Some of the services include free coaching and consulting, grants, bookkeeping and more. Their goal is to keep small businesses up and running. Laura Galbraith, President of Venture North says, “It’s important for us to be able to surround them with resources and make sure that they have their doors open and that they continue to hire employees and keep them retained.” Wednesday’s roundtable was put on, so small businesses could share their own struggles and talk about the support they have received. The United States Department of Agriculture partners with Venture North for small businesses to receive funding. USDA Undersecretary Of Rural Development, Dr. Basil Gooden says, “When you can reduce the cost of operations, that actually provides more funding for the opportunity for that organization to grow or provide other opportunities for that business. And so we also invest in trying to provide technical assistance for companies and organizations to be able to just maximize the impact that they have.”
Grand Traverse County Commissioners Vote No on Opioid Settlement Funds Disbursements
GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY - The Grand Traverse County Commissioners voted no on the opioid settlement funding disbursements. The Grand Traverse County had received a settlement of to date $1.3 million to be dispersed. The 3 recommendations for disbursement for funding were towards a syringe disposal program in the pines, funding for The Grand Traverse County Sheriff’s Department to expand their quick response team and the 86th District Court for the purpose of enhancing court drug treatment. Today the public shared their opinion on the settlements. Paula Lipinski, Chief Executive Officer Of Addiction Treatment Services says, “But I do think it kind of overlooks some of the work that was done in the task force. But I also just needed to say that I wish that harm reduction well, $50,000 would benefit that agency. But I think that we’re kind of redoing what we’re already doing out there.” The reason behind the Grand Traverse County Board of Commissioners voted no was due to lack of information on the subject.
Tom O’Hare says goodbye to 9&10 News, is heading to the U.P. where there’s lots of fun weather
Chief Meteorologist Tom O’Hare gave us the weather for the final time at 9&10 News on Wednesday. Tom has been with 9&10 News for 20 years, and his departure will definitely leave a void! But as he notes below, it’s time to “slow things down.” Watch the video above to see his goodbye, and below you can read his special message to you, the 9&10 audience: Our Chief Meteorologist Tom O'Hare will be leaving us this month–join us in congratulating him on 20 years with the...
President Joe Biden tests positive for COVID-19 while campaigning in Las Vegas, has ‘mild symptoms’
LAS VEGAS (AP) — President Joe Biden tested positive for COVID-19 while traveling Wednesday in Las Vegas and is experiencing “mild symptoms” from the infection, the White House said. Press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said Biden will fly to his home in Delaware, where he will “self-isolate and will continue to carry out all of his duties fully during that time.” The news had first been shared by Unidos US President and CEO Janet Murguía, who told guests at the group’s convention in Las Vegas that president had sent his regrets and could not appear because he tested positive for the virus. Dr. Kevin O’Connor, the president’s physician, said in a note that Biden “presented this afternoon with upper respiratory symptoms, to include rhinorhea (runny nose) and non-productive cough, with general malaise.” After the positive COVID-19 test, Biden was prescribed the antiviral drug Paxlovid and has taken his first dose, O’Connor said. Biden was slated to speak at the Unidos event in Las Vegas Wednesday afternoon as part of an effort to rally Hispanic voters ahead of the November election.
Troopers, deputies and officers come together to rescue baby ducks
Troopers from the MSP Gaylord Post along with deputies from the Cheboygan County Sheriff’s Office and Officers from the Cheboygan Police Department worked together to save trapped baby ducks and return them safely to their mother this morning. The daring rescue was caught on Trooper Wolford’s body cam. Trooper Wolford constructed a makeshift rescue basket to retrieve the ducks.
Beach bot helps remove plastic at Ludington’s Stearns Park Beach
LUDINGTON — BeBot, a robotic beach cleaning machine, will team up with A Few Friends for the Environment of the World (AFFEW) as they clean Stearns Park Beach in Ludington. BeBot previously worked to clean up Grand Traverse Bay with The Watershed Center. Brought to Ludington by the Annis Water Resources Institute (AWRI) at Grand Valley State University, BeBot can remove plastic and other waste materials from sandy beaches and even sift out smaller particles than traditional equipment. While no trash is good, the main focus is on plastics. It’s estimated that 20 million pounds of plastic enter the Great Lake annually, so it’s important to get it before it does.
Ludington woman pleads no contest to child abuse for November 2022 incident
Tara Treesh, 36, of Ludington, pleaded no contest on Tuesday to one count of Second-Degree Child Abuse, according to the Michigan Attorney General’s Office. Treesh’s plea accompanies an agreement extended by the Court for 20 months to 10 years’ incarceration. Treesh was charged in November of 2022 with one count each of Second-Degree Child Abuse, Maintaining a Drug House, and Possession of Methamphetamine. In December of 2021, Treesh brought her unresponsive 2-year-old child to Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital. Due to the severity of his injuries, the child was required to be transferred by helicopter to Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital in Grand Rapids for intensive care and surgery. While Treesh claimed the child may have fallen from his crib, a pediatric specialist indicated the injuries were not consistent with that type of fall. Treesh has since terminated her parental rights.
CMU announces plan to consolidate College of Medicine at Saginaw campus
As demand for medical education and health care grows in Michigan and nationally, Central Michigan University’s College of Medicine is pursuing a plan to expand its programs and consolidate into a new home as part of the Medical Diamond Project in Saginaw, Michigan. Currently, first- and second-year medical students are based on CMU’s Mount Pleasant campus, while the majority of third- and fourth-year students are based in Saginaw. The Medical Diamond Project is a collaborative effort led by a committee of Great Lakes Bay Region partners. Situated along the riverfront in Saginaw, the project is anchored on two sides by Covenant and...
Tip leads to Muskegon man’s arrest for dealing cocaine and fentanyl, troopers say
GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY — On Sunday, troopers from the Michigan State Police (MSP) Traverse City Post received a tip that a suspicious vehicle dropped off a man at an apartment on Glen Drive in Garfield Township. The tipster reported several vehicles and pedestrians visited the apartment, stayed for a very short duration, then left the area. Troopers conducted a rapid investigation were able to obtain enough probable cause to obtain two search warrants for the residence. The search warrant was executed shortly after midnight this morning. Troopers discovered evidence of narcotics trafficking inside. A 30-year-old Muskegon man was arrested on two counts of possession with intent to deliver cocaine and possession with intent to deliver fentanyl. Both are 20-year felonies. More charges are expected to follow.
Nearly two-thirds of Democrats want Biden to withdraw, new AP-NORC poll finds
WASHINGTON (AP) — Nearly two-thirds of Democrats say President Joe Biden should withdraw from the presidential race and let his party nominate a different candidate, according to a new poll, sharply undercutting his post-debate claim that “average Democrats” are still with him even if some “big names” are turning on him. The new survey by the AP-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research, conducted as Biden works to salvage his candidacy two weeks after his debate flop, also found that only about 3 in 10 Democrats are extremely or very confident that he has the mental capability to serve effectively as president,...
Manton to host Hometown Heroes veterans event in August
MANTON — The Manton community will soon be showing their appreciation for those who served our country. Next month, several community organizations in Manton will be hosting their first ever Hometown Heroes Day at Manton Rotary Park. Organizers say it’s a great chance for vets to share comradery, show their military pride and have a chance to visit the Manton Veterans Memorial Museum. They do have one special request for those who attend: “We encourage people to wear something from their unit. Like a hat or a patch or something, so you can be distinguished by what unit you were in,” said Manton Chamber of Commerce Vice President Shelly Emery.
Benzie County celebrates Rural Transit Day
BENZIE COUNTY - Tuesday was Rural Transit Day, which celebrates the services of rural transit. Benzie County celebrated the day with an event in Benzonia. The event featured organizations including the Girls Scouts, Benzie County Animal Control and more. The event put a spotlight on the importance of what rural transit does for the Benzie County community. Jessica Carland, Benzie Bus executive director, says, “Rural transit is an essential service in Benzie County. We have lots of seniors and persons with disabilities that would be homebound were it not for our curb to curb demand response services. So we’re just here to sort of let everybody know that we’re out in the community.” Benzie County rural transit is known as Benzie Bus. They are a curb-to-curb service with 24 vehicles with connections into Traverse City and Manistee.
Annual Lumberjack Festival returns to Farwell this weekend
FARWELL — The Farwell community is gearing up for their annual Lumberjack Festival. For more than 20 years ago, the festival has drawn thousands to the area for the weekend. A car show, farmers market, contests and food are just a few things to check out. If chicken chucking doesn’t perk your interest, the Great Lakes Timber Show should bring you in. They perform three times a day to show skills in log rolling, ax throwing and even chainsaw competitions. Another important aspect of the festival is the nod to Farwell’s history.
Upcoming and new additions to the Village of Honor in Benzie Co.
BENZIE COUNTY — The Village of Honor is hoping to raise $50,000 for Maley Park, because if they reach their goal, they will be matched by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. “This is a popular picnic spot for people in the area. There are many more children coming to our village and immediate area. We want to get kids outside playing instead of on video screens all the time, and not only for the community people, but for our visitors,” said Bill Ward, Village of Honor president. With the need for more funds, there are different events like a cornhole tournament and a car show where the proceeds will go back to the playground. Ward said, “We have soft commitments for $15,000 or $20,000 from some of the area businesses, and we’re looking to raise the rest from individual donations or businesses.”
St. Marys River oil sheen clean-up finished, source of spill still unknown
UPDATE 7/19/24 1:00 p.m. SAULT STE. MARIE — Clean-up in the St. Marys River wrapped up Friday, four days after a chemical sheen was found on the river. GFL Environmental removed the two sets of floating booms around Kemp Marina and the Museum Ship Valley Camp. The total length of the booms was around 300 feet. Coast Guard officials said mother nature will take care of any remaining traces of sheen. They are still investigating the source of the oily substance.
Executive order to reorganize, reduce ‘redundancy’ in Michigan government boards
On Tuesday, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced an executive order reorganizing Michigan’s boards, councils, and committees. The order will work to minimize overlap and redundancy in 26 of the more than 250 boards that currently serve Michigan. Many boards no longer serve their original purpose, with some having fulfilled their purpose, unnecessarily expanded their scope, or duplicated the work of other boards. Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) The work of the Large Carnivore Breeding Advisory Committee will be integrated into the day-to-day work of MDARD, preserving these important perspectives.
MSP Houghton Lake Post reopens missing person cold case from the ‘80s
ROSCOMMON — The MSP Houghton Lake Post is reopening a missing person cold case. Cassandra Durham and her boyfriend left Maryland in 1987 to visit the Roscommon area. They were believed to be driving a 1980 Honda Civic station wagon. Troopers said they drove through Ohio on the way, and stopped at Cedar Point. The Honda allegedly broke down somewhere around Detroit, and the boyfriend bought a new car, an Oldsmobile Cutlass. The boyfriend claimed they both returned to Maryland, but Cassandra’s father said she never made it home.
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