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John Damoose seeks reelection to state Senate

This story was reported by 9&10 News for the Northern Michigan Journalism Collaborative. John Damoose, R-Harbor Springs was first elected in 2022 to the 37th state Senate District, which covers Antrim, Charlevoix, Cheboygan, Emmet, Grand Traverse and Leelanau counties and parts of Mackinac and Chippewa counties. He wants to return...

Michigan · 24d

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Traverse City fall leaf pickup starts Monday, with collected leaves turned into compost

City crews begin in Zone 1 on Oct. 19 and work west to east; leaves become compost used in city projects and sold for $5 a cubic yard

Traverse City, MI · 24d

9&10 News

Schools and businesses adjust to Hammond Road closure

A resurfacing project on Hammond Road in Grand Traverse County is doubling commute times and causing significant traffic congestion near Grand Traverse Academy and local businesses. Although the closure has disrupted afternoon student pickups and shopping access, school officials and residents support the long-term benefits of new sidewalks and trails

Grand Traverse County, MI · 25d

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Debate grows as some Michigan communities remove Flock cameras

What constitutional argument does Deflock Northern Michigan use?. GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- The automatic license plate readers, or Flock cameras, popping up along roads and highways across the state remain a frequent topic in some Michigan communities. Some areas are starting the process of even removing Flock cameras.

Michigan · 24d

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Road crews set Beitner Bridge beams after spring flooding

GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- The Grand Traverse County Road Commission has received the beams it needed for the Beitner Bridge to connect both sides of the river. Crews worked on installing those beams Tuesday. There is still no official reopening date for the bridge, which was washed out...

Grand Traverse County, MI · 24d

Benzie County Record Patriot

Four running for Beulah Village Council

Beulah's state-mandated wastewater system update is a hot topic in the Nov. 3 village council race.

Beulah, MI · 24d

Benzie County Record Patriot

Meet the candidates running for Michigan’s 103rd House seat

Michigan 103rd House candidates Betsy Coffia and Edwin Dean share views on housing, property taxes and cost of living.

Benzie County, MI · 24d

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Coffia, Dean face off over housing, health care and Line 5 in 103rd District race

This fall, incumbent state Rep. Betsy Coffia, D-Traverse City, is running against Republican nominee Edwin Dean to represent Michigan’s 103rd state House District. Also running is Libertarian Michael Gorbe. That district — which covers all of Leelanau County and parts of Grand Traverse County and Benzie County — was...

Traverse City, MI · 26d

Benzie County Record Patriot

Four running for three Benzonia Village Council seats

The Record Patriot asked candidates about their top priorities for the village of Benzonia.

Benzonia, MI · 26d

Benzie County Record Patriot

Beekeeping class at Thompsonville library open to 20 participants

Students in the earlier classes installed packages of bees in hives at a class apiary and worked together to care for the colonies.

Thompsonville, MI · 24d

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City Works on Fund Balance, Zoning Approvals, Fall Maintenance

Traverse City commissioners are working to update the city’s fund balance policy, which will outline how excess funds can best be used. In other city news, city commissioners relaxed zoning rules to make it easier for child care centers to operate, planning commissioners supported plans for a new Nicolet National Bank on Front Street, and staff are gearing up for annual fall leaf and tree maintenance.

Traverse City, MI · 26d

9&10 News

Traverse City seeks ski hill advisers and seasonal workers after Hickory Hills deal falls through

City will keep running Hickory Hills for its 75th season after a plan to hire an outside operator fell through; staff are calling for people with snowmaking, grooming, rental, and food service experience

Traverse City, MI · 28d

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Wexford County Honor Wall seeks to recognize 30 more World War I veterans

WEXFORD COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- The Wexford County Honor Wall has been growing for nearly a decade, remembering local veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice. The memorial inside the Wexford County Courthouse features personalized tributes to local veterans killed in action, including photos, medals, newspaper articles and other pieces of their stories.

Wexford County, MI · 28d

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The Invasive Bug Michigan Wants You to Kill Has Reached Another County

We’ve talked about spotted lanternflies before, and it looks like they’re gaining ground in Michigan. This is the bug you always hear people telling you to squish if you see one. State officials confirmed spotted lanternflies have now turned up in Berrien County, and they recently found a...

Michigan · 09-28

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Elk Rapids hopes improvements bring more foot traffic

ELK RAPIDS — The Elk Rapids DDA says improvements on Ames Street are making it easier for people to reach local businesses on foot. Those improvements are also providing a better connection to the River Street downtown district. DDA Executive Director John Mach and DDA Chair Barbara Matthews stopped...

Elk Rapids, MI · 29d

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Hodenpyl Dam underwent inspections and temporary water shutoffs

The inspections were part of Consumers’ efforts to examine their dam portfolio after April’s high rainfall and flooding.

Mesick, MI · 29d

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Johnston retires, Garthe leads Centra Wellness Network

Centra Wellness Network’s Johnston retires after decades in mental health services, while successor Garthe brings experience to director role.

Manistee County, MI · 28d

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No reopening date set for Beitner Road bridge, road commission manager says

GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- The Grand Traverse County Road Commission says it has not set an official reopening date for the Beitner Road bridge. Officials say their goal remains to reopen the bridge before the end of 2026. Grand Traverse County Road Commission Manager Dan Watkins says there...

Grand Traverse County, MI · 29d

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Grawn housing development aims to offer more attainable homeownership

Old Town Blackwood will bring 38 townhome-style condominiums to Grawn, with homes starting at $295,000 as developers look to expand attainable housing options in Northern Michigan.

Blair Township, MI · 29d

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