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DRW Prospect camp highlights, and pick your path
2009 doesn’t feel like it was THAT long ago. My wife and I walked into Centre Ice Arena in Traverse City to see how “the sausage was made” as it were. The workshops were written about, the on ice drills were a thrill for fans, and everyone knew which restaurant and bowling alley to go to just to try and hang out with some players. Comparing the prospect portion of the summer from then until now is almost impossible.
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.
First City Drainage District Eyed for Eighth Street Area
Traverse City commissioners will vote tonight (Monday) to pursue creating the city’s first drainage district, a major step toward addressing stormwater runoff in the city. While several locations were considered, staff are recommending establishing the first drain in the Eighth Street area, which has experienced high flows during rain events and quality issues where polluted water runs off into East Grand Traverse Bay – the source of the city’s drinking water.
Workshop Planned for Parents on Social Media Safety
Several agencies are partnering to host a free workshop for parents on social media and how to stay safe online on Thursday, July 25 at Gilbert Lodge in Long Lake Township. The Coalition to Combat Human Trafficking, Michigan State Police Computer Crimes Unit, and Grand Traverse and other surrounding counties will be hosting the presentation, which will be given by MSP's Sgt. Travis Kirschner. According to the program description, social media can play a huge role in teens and drug use, exposing them to offers from dealers to buy drugs through various social sites.
Organizations partner to help wheelchair-bound dog find a forever home
TRAVERSE CITY — It’s been 34 years since the Americans with Disabilities Act was passed. “Historically, people have been put away when they had a disability. So it’s important to get people out and honor their individuality and their contributions to our community,” said Demarie Jones of the Disability Network. Disability Network Northern Michigan works to empower those with disabilities to success, and Disability Pride Month in July helps shed light on the continued efforts since then. This year, a furry friend in a wheelchair named Quinn is helping raise awareness in the Traverse City area.
Pit Spitters come back to beat the Kokomo Jackrabbits
TRAVERSE CITY - The Traverse City Pit Spitters came back to beat the Kokomo Jackrabbits 5-4 on Monday night at Turtle Creek Stadium. The Pit Spitters were down 4-0 heading into the 6th inning before scoring 4 to tie things up. Vahn Lackey scored the game winning run for the Pit Spitters in the 8th inning to get the win. Traverse City now sits first in the Great Lakes East Division in the second half of the season.
Molly Ashe Cawley and Berdien Take CSI3* Victory in B&D Builders Grand Prix
Molly Ashe Cawley and longtime partner, Berdien, added another international victory to their long list of accomplishments together during the second week of the Great Lakes Equestrian Festival (GLEF), presented by B&D Builders, at Traverse City Horse Shows. The U.S. rider and 13-year old Zangersheide mare owned by Louisburg Farm led the way in a victory gallop after the $120,000 B&D Builders CSI3* Grand Prix took center stage at Flintfields Horse Park on Sunday.
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...
Obituary: Helen Mason
Helen Spierling Mason, born on Jan. 15, 1938, in Traverse City, Mich., to Wilda and Dutch Spierling, passed away peacefully at the age of 86 on May 26, 2024, in Leavenworth, Wash., of natural causes. In 1965, Helen married Roy Mason, a partnership that lasted until his passing on Nov....
Lisa Ann Kitchen
Lisa Ann Kitchen, 54, Grayling, died July 14, 2024, at Grayling Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was born in Port Huron March 11, 1970, to Richard W. and Marcia K. (Green) Kitchen. She enjoyed driving school buses, charter buses and semi trucks as her main occupations for many years. She also liked to bake and garden. She is survived by […]
Hartwick Pines to host Wood Shaving Days July 20-21
Hartwick Pines State Park, Grayling, will host Wood Shaving Days at the Hartwick Pines Logging Museum July 20-21, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. The annual festival celebrates Michigan’s lumber history. Visitors can watch wood carvers, blacksmiths and other artisans demonstrate their crafts and listen to traditional music. In addition, a steam-powered sawmill will be cutting logs into […]
Grayling Senior Center Menu and Programs
This week’s menu and activities: Lunch: Monday - Friday, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Thursday, July 18: Lunch - Macaroni and cheese with ham, harvest blend vegetables, grapes. Activities - 10 a.m. Pokeno, 10 a.m. Zumba Gold, 1 p.m. penny bingo, 1-5 p.m. legal assistance, 4:30-6 p.m. Heartland Hospice grief support group. Friday, July 19: Lunch - Pepper steak, brown […]
Household Hazardous Waste Drop Off
The second of three annual household hazardous waste drop off events hosted by the Antrim Conservation District will be held on Saturday, July 20 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Bellaire High School parking lot, 204 W. Forest Home Avenue in Bellaire. To read all the events and...
AuSable River Fest starts Friday
The AuSable River Festival kicks off with the annual Car & Truck Show Cruise Night tomorrow (Friday, July 19). First-weekend events include the car cruise and show and canoe sprint races. “There is an event pretty much every day,” Grayling Regional Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Emily Causley said, of the week-long festival. She said she is looking forward to […]
Guy Eldon Molby
Guy Eldon Molby was Born in Detroit, MI on Sept. 22, 1936. His boyhood home was in Dearborn, MI. The family moved to Thayer Lake in Alden, MI in 1946. He graduated from Bellaire High School in 1954. Guy went on to college at Sault Saint Marie and Houghton to study Electrical Engineering. He then worked for General Telephone Electric as an engineer designing and installing utility lines.
Great Northern Art Explosion entry deadline July 21
The deadline for artists to enter their works into the Great Northern Art Explosion, hosted by AuSable Artisan Village, is July 21. The event is an international art exhibition held at the AuSable Artisan Village Performing Arts Center, Grayling, and features artworks from artists in all styles and mediums. The exhibition will begin with the opening reception Aug. 23 and […]
Outdoor Music Concert
The Summer Celebration Outdoor Music Concert with the Miracles will be held on Tuesday, July 23 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in Mancelona’s Triangle Park. There is no charge and bring a lawn chair. In case of rain the concert will be moved to the Farmers Market Pavilion next to the Buck Pole. For more information contact the Mancelona Chamber of Commerce at 231-587-5500.
Grayling Baptist Church fundraising for Christmas Blessings
Grayling Baptist Church will be hosting a booth at the AuSable River Festival Kid’s Day July 23. The church will also be selling popcorn, snow cones and cotton candy in downtown Grayling July 26-27 during the AuSable River Canoe Marathon. Proceeds from the sales will benefit the church’s annual Christmas Blessings event in December.
RAB receives update on bottled water project
By Cheryl Holladay More information will be forthcoming for Grayling residents affected by PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) who may be receiving bottled water. In a letter to Restorative Advisory Board (RAB) community members following a meeting with the National Guard Monday, RAB Community Co-Chair Susan Thiel said talking points have been drafted (so RAB members share the same message […]
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