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Gravel bike race in Manton this Sunday
MANTON – The Divide gravel bike race is scheduled for this Sunday, July 28, in Manton starting at noon. The 10th annual gravel race, which featured 250 participants last year, features 19-mile, 38-mile, and 50-mile distances. The race is part of the Michigan Gravel Road Series (MGRS). Bikers meet...
Township Assessor Wanted Boon Township seeks to retain the services
Township Assessor Wanted Boon Township seeks to retain the services of a Township Assessor. Under the direction of the Boon Township Board the Assessor will appraise residential and commercial properties, [personal properties], classify properties, assist with equalization reports, gather data, check on construction, and ensure the Township is compliant with Michigan’s uniform assessment requirements. Boon Township has approximately 815 parcels. Qualifications would be a Michigan Certified Assessing Officer Certification, a high school diploma or GED, one year of relevant experience, and a valid MI driver’s license. For more information or to submit proposals please contact: Sheila Pratt, Boon Clerk 231-878-1182 (Mobile) 231-775-8012 (Town hall) Boonclerk@gmail.com.
Driver of garbage truck killed in crash in Northern Michigan
In a statement on X; Michigan State Police said a GFL garbage truck was traveling west in Bagley Township near Gaylord on Friday. The truck struck a tree and ran off the road, killing the 43-year-old driver.
Motorcycle theft leads to recovery of several stolen items
GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- A report of a stolen motorcycle led to the recovery of several stolen items, including $35,000 worth of tools, and the arrest of two men, according to Michigan State Police. The men, whose names have yet to be released, have been charged with the...
Joanne Ruth Coughlin
Joanne Ruth Coughlin, 64, of Kalkaska, Michigan, passed away at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City on July 18, 2024, surrounded by family. Joanne was born January 21, 1960, to Eugene “Beaver” and Elaine (Hansen) Hatch, in Alpena, Michigan. Joanne was a member of the St. Paul Lutheran...
North Bay Produce advances berry genetics
“In the fall, we transition between domestic production and import production,” said Ryan Lockman, vice president of sales and procurement for the Traverse City, MI-based cooperative. “With North Bay’s strategic partnerships, we are able to bridge that transition with high-quality berries, even providing some promotional opportunities in time periods...
Michigan songwriters Aspen Jacobsen, Isabella Gueck take top prize in New Moon contest
The pair topped the 2024 New Moon Songwriting Challenge – which required artists to collaborate – with a young Traverse City duo coming in second. Details at Local Spins. SCROLL DOWN TO LISTEN TO THE WINNING SONG AND RUNNER-UP Up-and-coming Michigan singer-songwriter Aspen Jacobsen calls it “a bittersweet...
Slash concert in Interlochen canceled due to 'unforeseen circumstances'
INTERLOCHEN, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- An Interlochen concert featuring Slash, who is most well-known as the lead guitarist for the band Guns N' Roses, has been cancelled. The concert was scheduled to be held at the Interlochen Center for the Arts on July 24. "Due to unforeseen circumstances, Slash is canceling...
Jets practicing in Traverse City skies before Jet Blast in Oshkosh
TRAVERSE CITY - Jet Blast Oshkosh is coming up and the jets have made a stop in Traverse City before heading over to the Cheesehead State. The Jet Association is a group of people who maintain and keep their jets flying. These Jets are historical to our history with one of planes being from Russia and flying in the Vietnam War. The Jets will be practicing tomorrow to get ready for the weekend. Michael Terfehr President of 45 North Aviation says, “So about 11 jets here. It’s not really a public show per se, but we get together so that we can practice formation flying and get warmed up so that we can go to Oshkosh.” If you are looking for a viewing spot, Boon Road will give viewers a site of the Jets landing and taking off.
William J. Mende
William J. "Billy" Mende, age 63, of Interlochen, MI, formerly of Gowanda, passed away on Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at the Munson Medical Center in Traverse City, MI. He was born on March 17, 1961 at the former Tri-County Memorial Hospital in Gowanda, one of five children born to Edmund Sr. and Judith (Gominiak) Mende.
Running Bear Run returns July 23
Join the Glen Arbor Women’s Club for a fun filled day at the Running Bear 5K Run/Walk & ½ Mile Kids’ Run on Tuesday, July 23. Come out and take the challenge as the run takes off for its 17th year. This is the second year with chip timing for the Run.
Jewel Returns To Interlochen
In the spring of 1992, an Alaskan teenager named Juel Kilcher walked across the stage at Kresge Auditorium and graduated from Interlochen Arts Academy. Four years later, she had a top-five album on the Billboard 200. On August 5, Jewel will take the stage at Kresge once more, this time for a sold-out show with Melissa Etheridge.
Michigan man on parole for domestic violence arrested after ramming into ex-girlfriend's car with 3 children inside
A Traverse City man with multiple prior domestic violence convictions has been arrested after allegedly assaulting his ex-girlfriend by ramming his car into hers, with three young children inside.
Auras of Travel: Paintings by Dorothy McGrath Grossman
Crooked Tree Arts Center, Atrium Gallery, Petoskey. Dorothy's work immerses the viewer in the tranquility of rolling hills & expansive skies. An Opening Reception will be held on Sat., June 15 from 3-5pm.
Watch Michigan Man Freak Out & Flip Someone’s Pizza During Argument At Short’s
I have always said that there is never any reason to freak out or yell or get into an argument over any reason. I firmly believe that anything can be handled just as long as adults can act like adults and have a civilized discussion. Such a discussion did not...
Traverse City man arrested after road rage incident against ex-girlfriend
GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- A Traverse City man has been charged with assault for allegedly driving into his ex-girlfriend's vehicle on Monday, according to Michigan State Police. Rafael Rocha, 24, was arraigned Thursday in the 86th District Court on the following charges:. Four counts of assault with a...
Photos: Finnish Wife-Carrying Contest one of Kaleva Heritage Days' highlights
Competitors in the Kaleva Heritage Days Finnish Wife-Carrying Contest had to make their way quickly through an obstacle course while toting another person and being bombarded by water balloons, hoses and sprinklers on July 20, 2024. Arielle Breen/News Advocate.
Opinion: Responses from Kelly Clark, Candidate for Supervisor, Spark Concern
(Editor’s Note: OMP resident Susie Shipman has some concerns about Kelly Clark’s responses to the Candidate Questionnaire published in the Gazette here. He is running for the position of Township Supervisor. Read on for her thoughts. -jb) Neighbors,. I read Kelly’s Clark’s candidate responses recently and came across...
Anglers finding plenty of success
BIG RAPIDS – Anglers in the area continue to enjoy success this summer. “Fishing has been good,” Jake McMillon, of Baldwin Bait & Tackle said. “River fishing has been productive when the water temps allow us to get out there. It’s kind of been up and down in the last week or so. We’ve been playing the water temps and have been getting out when the water is cool.
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