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Goodbye Higgins Lake, So Long Torch Lake: This Underrated Michigan Lake Has Camping, Fishing, And Beaches

Michigan is known as the Great Lakes State, but it's home to thousands of lakes in addition to the four Great Lakes that it borders. Two of the state's larger lakes, Higgins and Torch, are among the largest and best-known. The clear waters, sandy beaches, and recreational opportunities of these lakes draw hordes of visitors each year; but if you're looking for something a little less crowded, 5 miles west of Torch Lake is an underrated destination that also has crystal-clear waters and sandy beaches along with excellent fishing and outstanding camping options. So, say goodbye to Higgins Lake, so long Torch Lake, and hello Elk Lake.

Michigan · 2d

9&10 News

Antrim County opens bidding for new Public Safety Center

Antrim County has opened the bidding process for construction of a new Public Safety Center in Bellaire, with proposals due in early December.

Antrim County, MI · 15h

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TCBN: Petoskey Clinic Closure Causes Shockwaves

The closure of the main women’s clinic in Petoskey has Munson Healthcare absorbing hundreds of patients across its service area and Traverse City providers traveling north to help fill the gap. Bay View Obstetrics & Gynecology closed in late August after operating in Petoskey for more than 25 years....

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$9.5M Elk Rapids apartment project stays on track for summer 2027 completion

ANTRIM COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- A $9.5 million housing project in Antrim County is on schedule to be completed in the summer of 2027. The Flats on Bridge apartment complex in Elk Rapids will be two buildings with a total of 24 units. Rent ranges from just under $400 a...

Elk Rapids, MI · 2d

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Northern Michigan residents offered free American flag replacements

Residents in Traverse City and Cadillac can receive free replacement American flags through a program expanding to communities across the country.

Traverse City, MI · 1d

Petoskey News Review

Charlevoix's Collin Jess gives respect to Menominee, thrilled to help bring title

CHARLEVOIX — Collin Jess has a lot of respect for the Menominee football program. While the junior quarterback is confident in his own Charlevoix team , he’s making no mistakes about disrespecting the Rayders’ regional opponent up next on Saturday, Nov. 14. It was only four years ago that Jess and current Rayder teammates got an up close look at Menominee in the district final round. “Eighth grade year, when my brother (Brady) was a junior, most of us went up to Menominee and we saw that team,” Jess said. “That team was the best team I’ve seen – until hopefully us if we can keep moving forward.” That Menominee team went on to earn a 50-14 win over the Rayders that day and fell in the state finals by just four points. This current Menominee team (10-1) is the defending Division 7 state champion and one that’s started off the playoffs with a 90-8 point-differential. Jess is smart to give the Maroons their flowers. What else would you expect from someone who has obviously been around a head football most of his life? And, last Friday, the younger Jess, who followed his brother and standout quarterback Brady Jess in

Charlevoix, MI · 19h

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Petoskey church asks for help finding who is responsible for destroying Virgin Mary statue

EMMET COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- A Petoskey church is asking for help from the community to find those responsible for destroying a statue of the Virgin Mary. The damage was discovered Sunday outside the Knights of Columbus Hall at the Grand Unity Event Center on Charlevoix Avenue. Leaders of St....

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Health Department issues warning to ten Michigan counties over new synthetic opioid

Residents in 10 Northern Michigan counties are being warned about Cychlorphine, a highly potent synthetic opioid linked to fatal overdoses across the United States.

Oceana County, MI · 18h

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Traverse City holds off on permanent river wall fix as new sinkholes form and floodplain limits loom

Emergency repairs on the downtown Boardman River wall begin within weeks. Before any long-term design is chosen, city engineers, consultants, DDA leaders and commissioners raised questions about permits, parking, funding and a new pedestrian bridge.

Traverse City, MI · 9h

Essentially Sports

"Vision That's Come to Reality": Vanderbilt HC Speaks Out on Mikayla Blakes' Championship Aspirations Following Win vs. Eagles

Mikayla Blakes has scored at least 20 points in 18 consecutive games, the longest active streak among NCAA Division I players. Yet after Vanderbilt’s latest victory, head coach Shea Ralph highlighted something beyond the junior guard’s scoring when discussing the impact she has made in Nashville. The Commodores defeated the Morehead State Eagles 102–50 on Nov. 9 at Memorial Gymnasium, improving to 3–0. Blakes led the way with 25 points to help Vanderbilt extend its unbeaten start. Following the victory, Ralph spoke about the impact her star guard has made since arriving in Nashville. “Mikayla ...

Vanderbilt, MI · 23h

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You Weren’t Even Born Yet When These 7 Small-Town Michigan Taverns Started Pouring Beer And Grilling Olive Burgers

Michigan has a burger that most of the country has never heard of, and it comes topped with a creamy layer of chopped green olives. The olive burger has been a quiet favorite here for generations, and some of the best ones still come off the grills of old small-town taverns.

Traverse City, MI · 8h

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Traverse City seeks legal advice on airport request to remove trees at Oakwood Cemetery

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. (WPBN/WGTU) -- Traverse City leaders are getting legal advice on a tree removal plan from Cherry Capital Airport. At issue is the Northwest Regional Airport Authority's request to remove some trees within Oakwood Cemetery. Airport officials said some trees need to be trimmed or removed for flight...

Traverse City, MI · 16h

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Petoskey Restaurant Week returns with specials to boost business after fall busy season

EMMET COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- Over a decade ago, several restaurants in the Petoskey area started Restaurant Week. It’s a week of specials and deals at participating restaurants. The Petoskey Regional Chamber of Commerce said this helps increase business during what’s called the “shoulder season.”. For example,...

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Memorial services mark 51 years since Edmund Fitzgerald sank in Lake Superior

Two separate memorial services are taking place today to mark 51 years since the sinking of the SS Edmund Fitzgerald, which went down in Lake Superior during a severe storm on Nov. 10, 1975, claiming the lives of all 29 crew members.

Traverse City, MI · 22h

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Real Estate Crush: A Downtown Petoskey Loft with a Rooftop View

A century-old brick building, a contemporary loft and a rooftop perch above downtown Petoskey make a strong case for a different kind of Up North living. We first fell for this downtown Petoskey loft when we featured it in Northern Home & Cottage: exposed brick, original maple floors, soaring ceilings and big windows overlooking Little Traverse Bay, with just a smidge of loft-in-the-city DNA. Now the 2,322-square-foot condo is on the market for $1,795,000, offering someone else the chance to take over this decidedly different kind of NoMI home.

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A Former Michigan Golf Course Is Now Home to Reindeer, Yaks, and Family Fun

A former golf course near Gaylord has turned into a family farm where visitors can meet real reindeer, hand-feed Tibetan yaks, and get close to Texas Longhorn cattle. Wilderness Valley Farm offers animal encounters that go well beyond the typical petting zoo. The farm also has miniature donkeys, peacocks, calf...

Gaylord, MI · 1d

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Grand Traverse Road Commission begins prepping Beitner Bridge for paving

GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- The Grand Traverse County Road Commission is making progress towards getting the Beitner Bridge back open, announcing Monday that crews are preparing the road for paving. The road commission said that after seven days, the concrete for the bridge has finished curing. Crews said...

Grand Traverse County, MI · 1d

Country Herald

Gaylord, MI Weather Alert: Snow Possible Thursday, Nov 10-14

Northern Michigan faces a rain-to-snow transition Wednesday night as temperatures approach 30 degrees.

Gaylord, MI · 1d

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TCAPS board approves demolition of Central High School's 1958 gym in 6-1 vote

What was the vote count for demolishing Central High School's 1958 gym?. What new facility will replace the demolished gym at Central High School?. GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- Traverse City Area Public Schools is moving forward with plans to demolish Central High School's 1958 gymnasium as part of a $25.5 million renovation project, following a contentious 6-1 school board vote Monday night over concerns about the project's cost and design.

Traverse City, MI · 22h

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