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Grayling celebrates fall with downtown festival

GRAYLING — Family activities and seasonal treats highlighted Grayling’s 2026 Harvest Festival. Hosted by Downtown Grayling, the festival featured farmers market vendors, vintage and modern tractor displays, cider and doughnuts, and a children’s straw maze sponsored by Grayling Greenhouse. A puppy parade traveled along Michigan Avenue at...

Grayling, MI · 1d
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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 · 13h
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Escape To A Charming Amish Town In Michigan That Serves Up Homemade Food On Every Corner

You didn’t know you needed Clare, Michigan in your life, but Clare, Michigan has been waiting patiently for you anyway. This small town sitting at the crossroads of US-10 and US-127 in the heart of the Lower Peninsula is the kind of place that makes you question every road trip decision you’ve ever made that didn’t include stopping here.

Clare, MI · 8d
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Bay County Sports Hall of Fame welcomes 2026 class in Bay City

The 2026 Bay County Sports Hall of Fame ceremony in Bay City honored 7 individuals and 3 teams on Sunday, including Brian Sheridan, Craig Goslin, Jennifer Skuta, the 1996 All Saints softball team, and more.

Bay City, MI · 12h
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Michigan food stamp recipients ages 18 to 64 without children under 14 in eight counties, including Iosco and Roscommon, again face an 80-hour monthly work rule as of Nov. 1

Michigan food stamp recipients ages 18 to 64 who have no children under 14 again face an 80-hour monthly work rule in eight counties as of Nov. 1. The counties are Alger, Arenac, Iosco, Iron, Luce, Montmorency, Oceana and Roscommon, and the rule also returned in the city of Bay City. Adults who do not […]

Michigan · 1d

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With No Postal Service for 70+ Years, the Town of Crump Hangs On

The post office shut down in 1954 and yes, many residents left.....but the Michigan town of Crump has remained above water...

Bay County, MI · 6d

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Bay County coffee shop and bar to close in December

KAWKAWLIN TWP, MI – Cafe One 3, a multipurpose establishment in Kawkawlin Township, will close its doors Dec. 24, owners Ben and Megan McParlan announced on social media. The business at 1459 S. Huron Road combines a coffee shop, bar, lounge and the Double S Party Store under one roof. The McParlans opened the cafe in 2018 and added a bar and lounge in 2023.

Bay County, MI · 2d

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Traverse City authorizes emergency fix for 1931 river wall at flood sinkhole site

City Manager Benjamin Marentette approved $252,000 in short-term repairs to the downtown Boardman River wall, the first of three phases he estimates at $2.75 million as commissioners weigh a long-term plan that could cut riverfront parking

Traverse City, MI · 2d

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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 · 23h

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State commission backs Bergman’s PLOWS Act, would exempt snowplows from diesel rules

MICHIGAN., (WPBN/WGTU) -- Ahead of the winter season, the State Transportation Commission is making some changes before snow hits the roads, now classifying snowplows as emergency vehicles. The approved resolution supports federal legislation introduced by Rep. Jack Bergman (MI-01) as H.R. 8782, calling for the Protecting Lifesaving Operations During Winter...

Traverse City, MI · 17h

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This Northern Michigan Museum Has Giant Bears, Wildlife Sounds, and Homemade Fudge

A polar bear, a towering grizzly, and dozens of other wildlife displays make Call of the Wild Museum in Gaylord an unusual stop along northern Michigan’s I-75 corridor. The family-run attraction has been welcoming visitors since 1965, and generations of families have returned to explore its exhibits. Inside, visitors...

Gaylord, MI · 17h

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County Opioid Grant Applications Being Accepted Through November 20

The Grand Traverse County Health Department is accepting community applications for opioid settlement grant funding through November 20. The county encourages local agencies, community organizations, and coalitions "working in opioid prevention, harm reduction, treatment, and recovery to apply for funding," according to a county release. "Funding may support the development, implementation, enhancement, sustainability, or expansion of programs addressing opioid use disorder, polysubstance use, and co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, including programs that promote the safety and wellness of people who use drugs."

Grand Traverse County, MI · 2d

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‘A huge leap forward’: Trail leaders react to Grand Traverse County millage win

The six-year, 0.3-mill levy passed 58% to 42% and is expected to raise about $2.6 million a year, but the county still has to decide which trail projects get funded

Grand Traverse County, MI · 3d

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Patience, Caution, and Adaptation

Historic wildfire smoke redefining Michigan summers. Two weeks ago, in mid-July at the height of summer, the first sign for many people across Northern Michigan was not something they could see—it was something they could smell. A heavy, unmistakable campfire odor hung in the air, despite the absence of...

Michigan · 23h

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'It's unfair': Garfield Township pushes back against regional plan to consolidate homeless shelters

Northwest Michigan’s plan to address homelessness has been long in the works, but now is facing pushback. The plan is to consolidate two large shelters into one 24/7/365 shelter to coordinate services, create more cost-efficient shelter operations and increase bed capacity. The problem? Leaders in Garfield Township — where...

Traverse City, MI · 2d

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River Wall, Airport Tree Agreement, Meeting Times & More on Commission Agenda

Commissioners tonight (Monday) will discuss options for addressing a deteriorating retaining wall along the Boardman River in the 100-block alley of Front Street downtown. The wall has been rated as in “serious” condition, requiring both short-term emergency repairs and long-term solutions that could include removing the wall entirely and naturalizing the riverbank – significantly reducing alley parking.

Traverse City, MI · 12h

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Traverse City Beer Week features brewery fundraisers and visitor rewards

TRAVERSE CITY — Beer Week activities are underway across Northern Michigan, offering opportunities to try craft beers and support regional businesses through Nov. 14. The event celebrates the individuals and businesses driving the local craft beer industry. Beyond venue discounts, the week features charitable fundraising and incentives for visitors exploring local taprooms and breweries. Matt Cozzens, co-owner of 7 Monks Taproom, has participated in Beer Week for over a decade and noted how the local industry has grown. “It’s changed,” Cozzens said. “There’s been more breweries. When I think Traverse City, more quality breweries, different regions can open up breweries and just say they have a brew. We have some really good brew masters in town. And I think people really realize that.” Cozzens noted that the event encourages community members to explore downtown establishments. “It gives everybody an opportunity to check out a variety of different places downtown,” Cozzens said. “Whether there’s breweries or taprooms like us. You can come down and check out what everybody’s offering. There’s discounts throughout the week.” Festivities include a charity event titled “Breweries versus Frostbite” on Thursday night, featuring seven participating breweries to support Project Feed the Kids. Nick Nerbonne, communication director of

Traverse City, MI · 1d

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Callie Barr defeats Jack Bergman in Grand Traverse County, comes up short in race

GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY, Mich. — Democrat Callie Barr defeated Republican incumbent Jack Bergman by more than 6,000 votes in Grand Traverse County on Tuesday, despite falling short in the race for Michigan’s 1st Congressional District. According to unofficial election results, Barr received 29,717 votes, or nearly 55%, compared...

Grand Traverse County, MI · 4d

9&10 News

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9&10 News poll reveals top concerns over TIF-97 extension

Traverse City residents voted Tuesday to reject a 20-year renewal of the downtown Tax Increment Financing District, known as TIF-97. A survey conducted by 9&10 News offers insight into the primary reasons voters chose to turn down the measure.

Traverse City, MI · 3d

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The Legend Behind Michigan's Most Haunted Bridge

There is something charming about covered bridges. Maybe it's the picturesque scenery that typically surrounds them or the slower pace of life that many seem to represent. The Fallasburg Covered Bridge in Lowell, Michigan, is one such destination that perfectly captures that charm. This 100-foot bridge takes you across the Flat River, is particularly beautiful […]

Lowell, MI · 13d