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Debate continues over short-term rentals versus affordable housing needs

Many tourism destination communities across Michigan face short-term rental controversies, and some have imposed new regulations to limit short-term rentals. . Regulations differ from community to community. . In Traverse City, for example, those regulations include zoning districts, lodging assessments for some properties, licenses and inspections, according to the city’s code of...

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City approves permit for Dead Ends on Spruce display, closing South Spruce on Halloween

GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- The Halloween tradition that stirred up some controversy this season has now reached an understanding with the city. The Dead Ends on Spruce Halloween display got approval to carry on operations for its final season at owner Nate Taylor's home. The Dead Ends on...

Grand Traverse County, MI · 22d
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State grants near $631K each to NMC and North Central to expand maritime training

EMMET & GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTIES, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- Northwestern Michigan College and North Central Michigan College will each receive nearly $631,000 from the state to expand training for high-demand maritime jobs. The money is part of a $3 million grant from the state’s Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity and...

Traverse City, MI · 21d
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Traverse City Has Become the Michigan Town Everyone Wants to Move To. Here’s What Happens When You Actually Do

Traverse City, Michigan sits on Grand Traverse Bay at the base of two peninsulas that...

Traverse City, MI · 24d

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Annual ski swap aims to make skiing affordable for families in Grand Traverse County

GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- On Friday, volunteers and members of the Grand Traverse Ski Club were setting up for their annual ski swap. On Saturday between 9:00 a.m. and 1 p.m., people stopped by Traverse City West Middle School's gym to shop for used and new downhill and cross-country skis, boots, poles, racing suits, helmets, coats and more.

Grand Traverse County, MI · 22d

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Traverse City launches preliminary design for major water and sewer upgrades

GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- Traverse City is starting a preliminary design phase of a significant infrastructure project focused on aging water and sewer lines. The community can get a look at plans during an open house this week. The project will reconstruct portions of Boardman Avenue, Washington Street,...

Traverse City, MI · 22d

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Annual TC Patriot Game Set for Friday at Thirlby Field

The annual TC Patriot Game between the Traverse City Central Trojans and Traverse City West Titans is scheduled for Friday, October 23 at Thirlby Field. The event honors veterans, first responders, active-duty military, and fallen area heroes. Gates open at 5:30 p.m., Patriot Game ceremonies begin at 6:35 p.m., and...

Traverse City, MI · 20d

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Michigan man takes Halloween to another level with an immersive front-yard display he built himself

TRAVERSE CITY, MI — Long before the first visitors arrive in October, Nate Taylor is already deep into the work of building Halloween magic on Spruce Street. He spends six to 10 hours a day through late summer preparing Dead Ends on Spruce, a free interactive Halloween display that draws an estimated 18,000 to 21,000 visitors each year.

Traverse City, MI · 23d

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Report: PFAS confirmed in 15 Michigan waterways

A new report from the Environment Michigan Research & Policy Center found that out of 19 waterways tested in Michigan between 2022 and 2024, 79% were contaminated by PFAS. PFAS, also known as "forever chemicals," are a kind of synthetic chemical that breaks down slowly. There are thousands of these kinds of chemicals, and they are used in a variety of consumer and industrial products, including non-stick cookware and firefighter foam.

Michigan · 24d

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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 · 22d

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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.

Traverse City, MI · 21d

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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.

Traverse City, MI · 21d

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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 · 25d

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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...

Traverse City, MI · 22d

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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...

Traverse City, MI · 22d

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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 · 24d

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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 · 23d

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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 · 24d

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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 · 25d

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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 · 26d