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Linda Randel is a member of the Friends of the Suttons Bay-Bingham Library — not a member of the Suttons Bay-Bingham Library Board as listed in her letter to the editor last week. *** Lisa Migazzi, has hired as a multi-age 1/2 grade teacher at Leland Public School. This is a full-time position, not half-time as listed in an article last week. *** Clarification: The Friends of the…
Opinion: Township Planner is a Dedicated, Hardworking Public Servant
(Editor’s Note: Township Trustee Rudy Rudolph maps out just some of the ways our Planner, Jenn Cram, is working on behalf of Old Mission Peninsula residents. -jb) There have been some recent criticisms of Peninsula Township’s Planning Office that, in my opinion, are totally unwarranted. In particular, one of the candidates for Township Supervisor has indicated that his top priority is to “clean house” in the Planning Department.
Beetles battle invasive plants
Showy purple loosestrife is bearing its color, which makes this the perfect time for the two largest lake associations in the county to attack the pest.The Lake Leelanau Lake Association is pinning part of its control approach to a beetle that’s a picky eater while the Glen Lake Association is resorting to hand-to-hand combat.“We’ve been at war with purple loosestrife along with yellow iris,”…
Pit Spitters ace Jayden Dentler selected for 2024 All-Star Game
TRAVERSE CITY – The Northwoods League announced the rosters for the 2024 Northwoods League All-Star Game, with one Pit Spitter represented in the starting rotation - starting pitcher Jayden Dentler of Grand Valley State University. Dentler has pitched to a 1.07 ERA through six starts. He has struck out 21 batters over 33.2 innings pitched. This is Dentler’s first all-star game selection in his two-year career with the Pit Spitters. In his spring season, he spent time with Kellogg Community College, Northwood University and Western Michigan. During his spring seasons he has a 3.86 ERA through 42 career starts. He struck out 165 batters in 217 innings.
Boyne Thunder Poker Run roars through Northern Michigan waters
CHARLEVOIX — Powerboats raced through Northern Michigan waters on Saturday, July 13 during the annual Boyne Thunder Poker Run. The unique boating event features high-performance boats cutting through the waters of Lake Charlevoix and Lake Michigan on a 150-mile journey that starts in Boyne City and travels through Charlevoix, Elk Rapids, Northport, Bay Harbor and Harbor Springs.
Honoring migrant farmworker graduates and their families
High school graduations typically celebrate the students. But a special ceremony held by Northwest Education Services (NES) at Creekside School in the Grand Traverse Commons on June 21 honored not just local migrant farmworker graduates but also their hardworking families. Four of the 11 students honored were able to attend—the...
5 Things To Do Around Traverse City With Kids
Heading up north for a mini weekend vacation? Here are 5 can’t miss attractions around the Traverse City area to do with kids. Make sure to make your reservation at Crystal Mountain Resort for even more fun!. Book your stay at the stunning Crystal Mountain Resort for a great...
Fairy Tale Home Could be Yours on Beautiful Torch Lake
This Norther Michigan house for sale certainly is unusual. And, if you have ever dreamed of having your forever fairy tale home, this has to be the one. Maybe you have thought of one day living your childhood dreams, this could be the magical journey you have always wanted. It's...
Grand Traverse County church to host blood drive
GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- The Archangel Gabriel Orthodox Church is partnering with the Versiti Blood Center of Michigan to host a blood drive next week. The church, which is located on 7111 US 31 North in Williamsburg, will host a blood drive on Thursday, July 25, from 2 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Camp Grayling hosts Boots on the Ground for Heroes Memorial
GRAYLING, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- Camp Grayling is honoring fallen service members with their first Boots on the Ground for Heroes Memorial. Surrounding the Camp Grayling minuteman statue is a collection of combat boots tagged with names, photos and a flag. It honors service members from all branches of the military...
North Manitou Light Keepers host annual rally and Crib cruise
The North Manitou Light Keepers (NMLK) will host their annual Lightkeeper Rally and Crib Cruise in Leland on July 18. These unique, elegant, and fun events invite people to connect and rally around ongoing efforts to restore and appreciate the North Manitou Shoal Light (the offshore lighthouse known as the “Crib”). “These events are a fun highlight we look forward to each year,” said NMLK President Daniel Oginsky.
Wes Dean, Ryan Halstead claim title at Curley Memorial Canoe Race
OSCODA – With the big race looming, the team that many have circled as their favorite to win it showed why they’ll be tough to beat. Wes Dean of Traverse City and Ryan Halstead of Grayling finished strong at the Curley Memorial Canoe Race in the AuSable River on Saturday, giving them a first place finish on a time of 2 hours, 30 minutes and 10 seconds.
Opioid Funds Could Expand Quick Response Team Countywide, Support Drug Programs
Grand Traverse County commissioners will vote Wednesday to spend over a half million dollars in opioid settlement funds on three local projects, including expanding the Traverse City Police Department’s Quick Response Team to serve clients countywide, enhancing the local Drug Court, and creating a syringe disposal program for the homeless encampment at the Pines. The projects represent the first major disbursals from the county’s opioid settlement funds, which total $1.3 million to date and are expected to reach several million dollars more in the coming years.
Safety presentation on human trafficking in rural communities
GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY, Mich. (WPBN/WGTU) -- Human trafficking is a concern impacting communities of all sizes and an upcoming event will be spreading a safety message to parents in Grand Traverse County. The Coalition to Combat Human Trafficking and the Michigan State Police Computer Crimes Unit will be hosting the...
eFulfillment Service in Traverse City says they’re prepared for Prime Day
TRAVERSE CITY — If you’re a big Amazon shopper, you probably have July 16 and 17 marked on your calendar for Amazon Prime Day. Prime Day is an annual sales event for Prime members on Amazon with lots of deals, and a big uptick in business. eFullfillment Service is an online order shipping company in Traverse City, and they have clients many clients who sell through Amazon. Efulfillment said those seller and Amazon shoppers hoping their package will not be delayed have nothing to worry about. “The biggest way we prepare is to make sure we’re staffed so appropriately so we can get those orders out the door and to be prepared. No one is coming, be organized and be staffed at a level that we can get the customers their orders at a timely fashion,” said Merry Hawley, eFulfillment human resources.
Salvation Army 'Christmas in July' event starts Friday
NORTHERN MICHIGAN (WPBN/WGTU) -- The Salvation Army in Traverse City is preparing for its 'Christmas in July' Red Kettle campaign. It's happening on July 19th & 20th throughout the Traverse City area. The campaign is designed to meet the increasing needs of people in northern Michigan. The Salvation Army says...
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