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'Unbreaking the Heartbreak:' TC Man Finds Woman's Beloved Ring
Laura Allore will never forget the dreadful mix of feelings that poured over her as she sat on a windswept Lake Michigan beach. Allore, 38, was with her friend Jenna at Platte River Point on July 16. After several days of camping with the family, the two were enjoying a rare girls’ day. It was particularly breezy, with large waves crashing along the sandy shore.
For over 50 years, auto racing enthusiasts have relied on Northern Michigan Speedway
ELMIRA TWP. — Northern Michigan Speedway has been hosting competitive auto racing on its quarter-mile asphalt track at 8258 Huffman Lake Road since the 1970s. Ron Grubaugh, director of the speedway, said the Sevenski family has operated the facility and it remains family owned. "Jack (Sevenski) started it and then his son Don...
Countdown to the 76th Ausable River Canoe Marathon begins in Crawford County
CRAWFORD COUNTY, Mich. (WPBN/WGTU) -- The countdown has begun for the 76th Ausable River Canoe Marathon. This Saturday, 100 teams will paddle 120 miles down the river from Grayling to Oscoda. People from all across the country come to watch and participate in the marathon. “I think that’s the coolest...
Mike Davis and Guillaume Blais sit in first after day two of the Au Sable River Canoe Marathon Time Trials
GRAYLING - After day two of time trials, Mike Davis and Guillaume Blais have the fastest time at 4:53.21. The pair is ready for Saturday and had this to say after their time trial today. “The water is pretty low compared to past years, so I think our time is pretty fast out there it was good water for falling off the bottom. But on a few spots, it’s easy to get knocked off when you had a kind of a shallow bar, so it was really technical out there,” said Mike Davis. The team sitting in second place, Ryan Halstead and a member of last years’ winning team, Wesley Dean, broke the record for the fastest spring by an all-Michigan team at 4:54.31. “It feels good that we’re both local boys here from Grayling and we got a chance to maybe win the marathon and, you know, doing a sprint like that from our hometown, it’s like, awesome. It always feels like you leave a second or two out there. But yeah, overall, pretty good and just happy to have it done,” said Halstead and Dean.
Property Watch: Snazzy Fort Road Mansion
This "spectacular and chic" home not far from Suttons Bay offers more than 8,000 square feet of new(ish) build luxury surrounded by 30 acres of cherry orchards and vineyards. It's been on the market for a bit, but a recent development is that a new buyer can assume the current owner's mortgage at a 4.45 percent interest rate.
TC Light & Power Offers E-Bike Rebates
Traverse City Light and Power (TCLP) is launching a rebate program that will reimburse customers up to $300 for purchasing a new e-bike from participating local bike shops. The move is designed to "promote sustainable transportation" as part of TCLP's strategic plan, according to a release from the city-owned utility.
Traverse City Police Department’s sergeants going through PIO training
GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY - Five sergeants with the Traverse City Police Department went through some unique training to become public information officers These are the sergeants that are typically on the scene of any major incident - telling the media information that can be released the public. These PIOs also meet with members of the media on a daily basis to answer questions and report any crimes that they want the public to be aware of. PIO’s main job is to be a connection between the police and the public.
Resurfacing Project on Eastern Avenue Starts Monday
Team Elmer's will begin a resurfacing project Monday on Eastern Avenue on behalf of the City of Traverse City. Crews will begin resurfacing Eastern Avenue between the Peninsula Drive/M-37 intersection to the eastern terminus of Eastern Avenue (where the city water plant/low pump station is located). The work is anticipated to be completed August 9, weather permitting.
Up North winery offers private vineyard walks, guided tasting tours
SUTTONS BAY, MI - Wineries that dot the Old Mission and Leelanau peninsulas do a great job at making locals and visitors feel welcome when they stop into a Traverse Wine Coast spot. But some of these vineyards are going the extra mile to create private, elevated experiences for wine...
Early in-person voting for primary election starts Saturday
GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY, Mich. (WPBN/WGTU) -- The primary election will take place August 6, but early in-person voting in Michigan begins Saturday, July 27. Early voting allows a voter to cast a ballot before Election Day, in an experience similar to voting on Election Day. In November 2022, Michigan voters...
Opinion: Maura Sanders, David Sanger Care About Parks and Township Issues
(Editor’s Note: Old Mission Peninsula resident Kara Koeplin, who walks the trail at Pelizzari Natural Area several times a week, has concerns about a candidate who says there should have been a development there. Read on for her thoughts. -jb) As I pass my one-year anniversary of being a...
Fourth Annual Northport Tea Dance On For September 29
Northport’s biggest annual pride celebration, the Tea Dance, is coming back for a fourth year this fall. The event, scheduled for 2-6pm on September 29, will take place at Faro and will feature performances from Monique Madison and the Kunty Kittens and music by DJ Jay Harnish. Hosted by...
Oscoda prepares to welcome hundreds of canoers for annual AuSable River Canoe Marathon
(WPBN/WGTU) -- The AuSable River Canoe Marathon starts this weekend in Grayling, but crews at the finish line in Oscoda are prepping for the big crowds as well. Finish Line Park is quiet now but come Sunday, thousands of marathon enthusiasts will be gathered to see who out of the hundreds of paddlers will win this year's race.
Whitmer to showcase her new book 'True Gretch' in Traverse City
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- Governor Gretchen Whitmer will be in Traverse City next week to take the stage at the National Writer's Series. Governor Whitmer will discuss her newly-released book "True Gretch" at the City Opera House. You can expect extra security measures if you plan on attending the...
Boat found submerged in West Grand Traverse Bay
TRAVERSE CITY — Grand Traverse County Dispatch reported that a submerged boat has been in West Grand Traverse Bay near Clinch Park since Wednesday morning. Dispatch notified the owner and it will be recovered. They said submerged or abandoned boats are not uncommon for this time of year. Before heading out on your boat, it’s important to know your boat safety information. The DNR recommends checking your boat before heading out to make sure there’s a fire extinguisher, first aid kit and an anchor. Life jackets are also legally required for each person onboard. In case of sinking or another emergency, have a float plan, know your route and the surrounding area. It’s also important to stay alert for swimmers, other boaters, skiers and objects in the water.
Elmira voters to consider millage requests from fire department
ELMIRA TWP. — Voters in Elmira Township will be considering two millage requests from the Elmira-Warner Fire Authority on the Aug. 6 ballot. The fire authority oversees the Elmira-Warner Fire Department, which provides fire and rescue service to Elmira Township in Otsego County and Warner Township in Antrim County.
Three generations of Triebold's racing in AuSable River Canoe Marathon
GRAYLING -- The 76th edition of the AuSable River Canoe Marathon will take place this weekend and three generations of one family will all be on the river together. "Turbo" Tim Triebold will be competing in his 10th marathon and first since the year 2000. His son Andrew will be in his 20th race this weekend and he'll be joined in the boat by his 15-year-old daughter Nico.
Clerks preparing for early in-person voting
ANTRIM COUNTY, Mich. (WPBN/WGTU) -- Early in-person voting begins Saturday and clerks across northern Michigan have spent weeks preparing. In November 2022, Michigan voters approved Proposal 2, a constitutional amendment giving voters the right to early voting for at least nine days before statewide and federal elections. Elk Rapids Township...
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