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Michigan Triathlon Club of Northern Michigan to preview Ironman course
GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY — Ahead of the Ironman 70.3 race in Frankfort, the Michigan Triathlon Club of Northern Michigan is offering a course preview ride this weekend for runners. For triathletes who wish to continue on with the workout, the club also is inviting athletes to join the Mi-Tri club for a brick workout previewing the runners’ course. Emili Jackson, event coordinator for the Mi-Tri Club, explained what the partnership with Ironman means to them: “It means a great deal to us to have this race here. Ironman is a worldwide organization. I’m not sure if a lot of people...
After day 2 of the Michigan PGA Women’s Open Jessica Welch still holds strong lead
THOMPSONVILLE - After day 2 of Michigan PGA Women’s Open Jessica Welch sits -11 with a 6-stroke lead ahead of the rest of the field. She came into day 2 of the tournament at -9 and was able to shoot 2 under on Tuesday. Welch had just one bogey all day and it came on the first hole, after that she only made par or birdie the rest of the way. She said after her round today that she wouldn’t miss the event for anything. “Once I found this event, I will not miss it. I plan it every year if even if it’s not humanly possible. I want to play in this event because the course is beautiful it’s so well run the weather is amazing, so this has become a definite stop for me.” Welch Said. We had a couple local athletes in action Anci Dy a Traverse City Native shot even today, equaling her score from yesterday and putting her tied for 5th on the leaderboard. She has played this event many times in her years of golfing.
What’s that sound in the woods?
Thanks for tuning in today to Interlochen Public Radio. I’m Cheryl Bartz with a quick look at what’s up outside. When I’m out in nature, I don’t usually carry my recording equipment because if I keep it turned on, it drains batteries really fast. But if it’s turned off, I miss some fleeting sound I’d like to capture.
Pure Markette farmer's market opens in Lake County
BALDWIN — The scent of fresh produce and the sound of music filled the air as residents gathered for the opening of Pure Markette, Lake County’s new farmers market, on Wednesday, June 19. The market runs from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. every Wednesday, located by the Wenger...
Local efforts support Brethren man with rare brain cancer
A Brethren couple is hoping to raise awareness about a rare form of brain cancer. At the same time, a local organization and businesses are raising money to help the Brethren man. In 2021, Mason Stapley was diagnosed at the age of 17 with diffuse midline glioma. According to the...
Up North Arts helping foster a healthy, thriving community
CADILLAC — Up North Arts, Inc. is located at 601 Chestnut St. on the scenic shore of Lake Cadillac in the old naval reserve building where they operate as the community art center in our area. Founded in 2016 by a core group of former public art educators, their...
SEEDS program granted nearly $2 million for Marion, Mesick students
A program that benefits students in the Mesick Consolidated Schools and Marion Public Schools recently learned it has been funded through state grants for the next five years. SEEDS EcoSchool, a program of SEEDS Ecology and Education Centers, was awarded $1,975,000 in grant funding from the Michigan Department of Education in collaboration with the Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential to continue its out-of-school-time programs in the two Northern Michigan districts. Funded schools include Marion Elementary School, Marion Middle School and Floyd M. Jewett Elementary School in Mesick.
Back on Track: Manton Track and Field Summer Series returns
MANTON — Make it fun and they’ll be interested. At least that’s what organizers of the Manton Track and Field Summer Series learned last year. The Summer Series is a two-meet track and field series open to anyone interested in competing. The dates this summer are Wednesday,...
Michigan woman plead guilty to murder and other charges for burning down home, killing a man and his 2 dogs
(WWJ) A woman from Michigan's Upper Peninsula is facing up to 60 years in prison after entering a plea to murder, arson and other charges for setting a deadly house fire. Authorities say 57-year-old Jeffrey Grant died on November 22, 2021, after 43-year-old Hope Snyder of Kincheloe set his house on fire.
Scottville Commission appoints new commissioner, postpones Stallion Mill decision
The City of Scottville Commission held their regular meeting on Monday, June 24, at the Scottville Area Senior Center at 6 p.m. The board received a letter of interest from Renee Jensen to fill the position left vacant by Al Deering. They voted to appoint Jensen as a commissioner and clerk Kelse Lester swore her in.
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