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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 · 27d

glenarborsun.com

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 · 29d

traverseticker.com

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 · 28d

UpNorthLive.com

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 · 27d

9&10 News

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 · 27d

midmichigannow.com

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 · 27d

interlochenpublicradio.org

The doctor is on the road: Traverse City mobile clinic brings medicine to northern Michigan

It can be hard to get to the doctor regularly — especially for Michigan residents who don’t have health insurance or a clinic nearby. A Traverse City nonprofit has a solution: bring doctors to the patients who need them most, with a free clinic on wheels. It’s a...

Traverse City, MI · 28d

civicmedia.us

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 · 29d

9&10 News

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 · 28d

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 · 29d

UpNorthLive.com

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 · 28d

UpNorthLive.com

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 · 28d

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 · 29d

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 · 29d

interlochenpublicradio.org

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 · 10-12

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 · 10-12

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 · 29d

traverseticker.com

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 · 10-12

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 · 10-09

UpNorthLive.com