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Local Humane Society honored for ‘no-kill’ record
Little Traverse Bay Humane Society in Harbor Springs maintained no-kill in 2023, according to Best Friends Animal Society’s annual data report. Shelters receiving the no-kill recognition award saved more than 90-percent of the dogs and cats in their ...
CITY OF HARBOR SPRINGS
NOTICE OF PUBLIC ACCURACY TEST OF VOTING EQUIPMENT To the qualified electors of the City of Harbor Springs, County of Emmet, State of Michigan: Notice is hereby given that a Public Accuracy Test for the electronic equipment that will be used for the ...
Commission talks possible changes at Ford Park, funding
The future of Ford Park was on the agenda of the Harbor Springs Harbor Commission last week. Conversations about potential upgrades to the space, which includes the City’s boat launch and kayak launch and storage, have been happening on and off for s...
Grand parade held in Gaylord on final day of 2024 Alpenfest
GAYLORD, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- Saturday was the last day of Alpenfest in Gaylord. The community filled the streets to start the day with the Alpenfest Grand Parade. After the parade, the Petoskey Steel Drum Band performed a blend of Caribbean and contemporary tunes. And that wasn't the end of Alpenfest's...
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...
New on-water delivery service for boaters debuts on Lake Charlevoix
CHARLEVOIX — Boaters on Lake Charlevoix now have a new way to enjoy their time on the water without worrying about stocking up on supplies. Dinghy Dash, a food and grocery delivery service for boaters, officially launched this summer, providing a convenient and unique solution for those spending time on the lake. ...
University Of Michigan Electric Boat Team Unveils Liberator At Boyne Thunder Poker Run
The students behind the University of Michigan Electric Boat project team were excited to showcase the culmination of months of hard work at last night’s Stroll the Streets celebration during the 21st annual Boyne Thunder Poker Run in Boyne City, Mich. The team and its new electric-powered 22-foot catamaran from Liberator Boats in Crowley, Texas, which has been equipped with a custom safety canopy from Skater Powerboats in Douglas, Mich., and an Arneson surface drive, were on hand to promote the project and answer questions about the team’s goals heading toward next month’s Lake of the Ozarks Shootout in Central Missouri.
Boyne Thunder 2024 Day 1—A Lunch, A Party, A Dog Named Sally And A Cold Shower
Yesterday, I held a Shih-poo all the way from Bay Harbor to Boyne City in Northern Michigan and I loved every minute of it. Before you read that again, let me explain. A Shih-poo is a dog, a mix between a Shih Tzu and a toy or miniature poodle. Named Sally the Wonder Pooch, the one in question is the property/only child of Upstate New York’s Julie and Kelly O’Hara. The O’Haras also happen to co-own a DCB Performance Marine M37R Widebody catamaran with Kiran and Jessica Pinisetti of Indiana.
Blissfest Music Festival begins; campers line up for prime spots in Harbor Springs
EMMET COUNTY, Mich. (WPBN/WGTU) -- Happy Bliss!. The 42nd Annual Blissfest Music Festival is underway in Harbor Springs. It is their celebration of music, culture, art, and community. Hundreds of attendees camped outside the gates last night to have first choice at their campsite. The festival will kick off today...
Filling the Need: International priests in the Diocese of Gaylord
The Catholic Church continues to face challenges when it comes to having enough priests to serve all its parishes. And one of the solutions to the shortage the Catholic Church here in the United States has used for years, just got more complicated. Spend just a few minutes with Fr. Michael Janowski, and you’ll quickly learn, he simply loves being a Catholic priest “I found myself in seminary at the age of 40 going back to school, but every year that I completed, I kept going because I really enjoyed it. I really liked it, and I felt a call within me to say, okay, this is what I’m really supposed to do. And, at the age of 44, I was ordained for this diocese,” recalled Janowski.
Rotary Club of Petoskey donates $100,000 to local projects
PETOSKEY — The Rotary Club of Petoskey recently announced it had allocated nearly $100,000 in support of local nonprofit and educational organizations in 2024. "Our members are passionate about giving back and creating opportunities for our community," said Christian Smith, current president of the Rotary Club of Petoskey, in a press release. "Each project we support is carefully chosen to align with our values and goals, ensuring that our contributions have the greatest possible impact."
100+ Artists Head to Petoskey
Ready to treat yourself (or a lucky friend) to something special? Art in the Park returns to Petoskey for its 38th year Saturday, July 20, from 10am-5pm at Pennsylvania Park. More than 100 artists and their booths will be scattered throughout the park, with options ranging from jewelry to fine art to unique creations you won’t find anywhere else. Categories for makers include fiber, glass, graphics, jewelry, mixed media, painting, photography, pottery, sculpture, and wood. Three of the artists will also receive first, second, and third place “Best in Show” awards for their work, along with honorable mentions for others who stand out from the crowd. The show is free to attend and will go off rain or shine. Visit petoskeychamber.com/art-in-the-park for more details.
Three Weekend Festivals July 18-21
First up is the Cadillac Festival of the Arts, July 18-20 in Cadillac City Park (and other areas in town). Experience the Phyllis Olson art fair, floral demonstrations, music and dance performances, and eats from Taste of Cadillac vendors. (cadillacmichigan.com/cadillac-festival-of-the-arts) Next is the Northern Michigan Lavender Festival, held at McCormick Farmz in Wolverine on July 20 from 10am-6pm. Four local farms will offer lavender crafts, a market, U-cut in the field, and plenty of food, drinks, and tunes. (mccormickfarmz.com) And last but not least, catch the start of the AuSable River Festival in Grayling, which opens with a classic car and truck show on July 20 and then rolls into a weeklong celebration with a Hurry Up & Paddle HUP Race, a cornhole tournament, a duck derby, a dozen musical guests, and more fun. (ausableriverfest.com)
Camp Daggett sees upgrades, renovations through cabin adoption program
PETOSKEY — The Boyne Valley Knights of Columbus recently stepped in to help support Camp Daggett's mission. Originally started in 1925 with the support of the Petoskey Rotary Club, service clubs have been integral in the growth and work of Camp Daggett, development director Julie Joles told the News-Review.
It's BBQ Night at Ray's
Where barbecue and the blues meet on the banks of the Au Sable River. When the prized trout are feeding on the famed Au Sable River in May and June, there’s a good chance hungry fly anglers from all over are going to make a stop by Ray’s BBQ, Brews & Blues for good food, beer, and music.
Hemingway in Horton Bay
It’s a birthday party for one of America’s great authors, and everyone’s invited! On July 21, the Horton Bay School will host a party for Ernest Hemingway, born that day in 1899. Attendees will also learn about a new garden at the Bay Township Hall which will be home to the bronze sculpture “Young Boy and the Stream” inspired by Hemingway’s life as a youngster. The sculpture will be unveiled next year by the nonprofit The Friends of Ernest Hemingway in Horton Bay. It was created by the late Martha Sulfridge of Boyne City, showcasing a Hemingway not often seen—the young boy who came of age in the area, as he battles an enormous fish. The organization is working with Wagbo Farm & Education Center to raise $48,500 for the statue’s enlargement, bronzing, treatment, and installation. Learn more at wagbo.org.
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