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Candidates Square Off In 103rd State House Race

A two-term incumbent is being challenged by a first-time candidate for state office in the 103rd House of Representatives race. State Rep. Betsy Coffia of Traverse City is looking for a third consecutive win for the Democratic Party after she flipped the historically Republican seat four years ago. Republican challenger Edwin Dean of Northport looks to return the seat to the GOP and add to its thin majority in the state House. Both candidates were unopposed in the primary.

Traverse City, MI · 20d

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NMC Lands $630,000 Grant from the State

Northwestern Michigan College (NMC) will receive more than $630,000 in state funds in connection with the newly-completed Michigan Maritime Strategy, the office of Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced Monday morning. NMC is one of five community colleges in the state receiving the grant dollars, which total more than $3 million in investment.

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Prowling Ordinance, Attainable Housing District Headed to Commission Vote

Two proposals that have generated the most public comment at Traverse City commission meetings this year are headed to a vote tonight (Monday). Commissioners will consider approving new prowling and trespassing laws and establishing a new Attainable Housing District, a designated area where property owners can apply to receive a tax reduction in exchange for providing rental housing.

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Traverse City restaurant owner indicted for unpaid employment taxes

The charges involve ten alleged instances of willful failure to account for taxes between 2020 and 2022.

Traverse City, MI · 22d

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Cornwell Memorial Regatta draws 70 student sailors to Boardman Lake in Traverse City

Why was the Cornwell Memorial Regatta organized according to organizers?. GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- Young sailors took to the water this weekend for the Cornwell Memorial Regatta. Over 70 sailors from schools across Michigan participated in the race. The teams set sail Saturday on Boardman Lake in Traverse...

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Traverse City commission to weigh Attainable Housing District for rental market help

GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- The rental market and helping families find attainable housing in Traverse City will be a topic of discussion Monday. The Traverse City Commission will consider establishing an Attainable Housing District. A public hearing was held last month on the issue and city staff has...

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Bilbey offered one-year administrator contract

Commissioners say they have gotten to know Bilbey's capabilities since beginning the search process for a new administrator.

Benzie County, MI · 21d

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League of Women Voters Wants You at the Polls

Nonpartisan org pushing for voter education and turnout. With the 2026 election day just a few weeks away, you’ve seen the ads, the text messages, and campaign posters. If you’ve been keeping track, you can name some of the top propositions coming up on the Michigan ballot as well.

Leelanau County, MI · 21d

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Garfield Township Approves South Airport Sewer Work, Townline Rezoning, Trail Projects

Drivers experiencing backups on South Airport Road this week should brace for more work ahead this fall. Traffic has been snarled in the corridor this week due to an eastbound lane closure near Logan’s Landing, where the Grand Traverse County Road Commission is performing slope stabilization and culvert armoring work near the Boardman River. That work is expected to continue for another week.

Garfield Township, MI · 22d

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Newcomers face off for open state Senate seat in 32nd District

The 32nd state Senate District encompasses more than 2,000 square miles along the Lake Michigan shoreline, stretching from Benzie County to Muskegon and representing about 260,000 people. Republican Kim Cole, who is the sheriff of Mason County, faces Democrat Rebecca Amidon, a college professor at Mid Michigan College, in the...

Mason County, MI · 22d

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All six beams set on new Beitner Road bridge

GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY- Crews have set all six beams on the new Beitner Road bridge. “Got all six set in place, in one day. So that was great news,” Watkins said. Dan Watkins with the Grand Traverse County Road Commission said the beams were built in Indiana and arrived on schedule with no problems on the trip north.

Grand Traverse County, MI · 23d

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Traverse City Team Turns Change into Opportunity at Artemis Books and Goods

Former colleagues from the now-closed Brilliant Books launched Artemis Books and Goods in Traverse City, evolving their business model to include diverse merchandise and community clubs and programs. The four former brilliant books colleagues knew they needed a plan. In the wake of Brilliant Books’ closure, Sam Duby, Caitlin Marsh,...

Traverse City, MI · 21d

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Proposed raptor center at Camp Greilick draws support, lease concerns from county commissioners

North Sky Raptor Sanctuary seeks a 50-year lease with a 50-year renewal to build an education center and wildlife hospital on 2 acres of the Grand Traverse County park

Grand Traverse County, MI · 23d

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Peninsula Trustees Address Center Road, Approve Fire Station Contract/Bayshore Event

In the wake of the second fatal crash on Center Road in three months, Peninsula Township trustees are working with local and state officials to address speeding and safety issues on Old Mission. Those could include new rumble strips along the road shoulder and more law enforcement action, with Grand Traverse County Sheriff Mike Shea promising an “increased presence” in the township. Trustees Tuesday also voted to move forward with a new fire station design and approved plans for the 2027 Bayshore Marathon.

Grand Traverse County, MI · 23d

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Leelanau’s beloved T. Rex migrates to Traverse City

Photo: TentCraft owner Matt Bulloch’s sons strike a pose with the T. Rex before it leaves its previous home along M-72 near Empire. Gilbert is on the move. But don’t worry—the massive tyrannosaurus rex is not terrorizing the neighborhood or lumbering through the woods in search of his next meal. Instead, he is being taken apart and transported from his setting on M-72 east of Empire to his new home on Cass Road in Traverse City in front of the upcoming TentCraft headquarters.

Traverse City, MI · 24d

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TART Trail Along Parsons Road Could Reopen As Soon As Tomorrow

Closed all summer due to sewer construction work, the stretch of TART Trail that runs parallel to Parsons Road could reopen as soon as tomorrow, TART Director of Strategic Engagement Brian Beauchamp tells The Ticker. Beachamp says a project manager told TART this week that “if everything goes as planned,...

Traverse City, MI · 24d

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Coast Guard does flight training with MH-60 helicopter crew from Air Station Traverse City

What was the purpose of the Coast Guard training with the MH-60 crew?. Which Coast Guard vessel participated in the training with the MH-60 crew?. Why did the Coast Guard conduct the interoperability training with the MH-60 crew?. GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- The U.S. Coast Guard joins Air...

Traverse City, MI · 22d

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Dead Ends on Spruce draws record crowds despite future uncertainty

TRAVERSE CITY — The Dead Ends on Spruce, a popular Halloween attraction in Traverse City, is drawing record-breaking crowds this season despite ongoing uncertainty regarding its long-term future. On an average day the attraction hosts 300 to 400 visitors, a total owner Nate Taylor typically sees across an entire season. The attraction previously came under scrutiny in September when Traverse City officials raised concerns regarding traffic, safety and zoning. City officials met with Taylor to outline a plan allowing the display to operate at a reduced scale for the season, but Taylor has received no new formal updates or neighbor complaints since the season began. Nate Taylor, owner of The Dead Ends on Spruce, operates the Halloween destination featuring towering skeletons and elaborate spooky displays that draw visitors from across Northern Michigan. Taylor noted that two weeks into the season, no violations or municipal problems have occurred at the residential location. “We have not had anybody come through. No violations have been issued. No ordinance problems. No neighbors have complained,” Taylor said. “I follow every ordinance that based on a residential, sound, residential type of display. And we will stick to that.” Taylor said municipal attorneys originally provided guidelines restricting

Traverse City, MI · 23d

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Former business owner could face up to 50-years for alleged unpaid employee taxes

GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- A former Traverse City business owner has been indicted by the United States Attorney’s Office and could face up to 50 years in prison and have to pay a total fine of $2.5 million after he allegedly failed to pay over $47,000 in employee taxes.

Traverse City, MI · 22d

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