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Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • A series of community events, including yoga sessions, a cross-country skiing clinic, a garden design course, and several outdoor activities, are scheduled in January and February in Traverse City and its surroundings, aiming to promote health, wellness, and environmental awareness.  Traverse City Record-Eagle
  • UpNorthLive is conducting a poll to gauge public opinion on whether more land should be returned to the Native American Tribal Bands in NOMI.  UpNorthLive

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A fire in Traverse City's Pines area, believed to be caused by a propane space heater in a homeless camp, resulted in no injuries.  UpNorthLive

CRIME NEWS

  • Traverse City is cautioning its residents against a scam involving fake parking ticket payment requests via text.  UpNorthLive

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Nearly 200 acres of culturally significant land in Leelanau County were returned to the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians, aimed to protect and restore the ecosystem and cultural heritage.  UpNorthLive

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Cherry Capital Airport, due to exceeding 350,000 passengers for three consecutive years, will establish a six-member police force by 2025 to meet federal security requirements.  Traverse City Record-Eagle
  • Grand Traverse County Commission elects Republican Scott Sieffert as chairman and Democrat T.J. Andrews as vice chair, marking a new era of bipartisan leadership.  Traverse City Record-Eagle

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • Traverse City Tourism introduces a groundbreaking virtual tour using SKYNAV technology, inviting visitors to explore northern Michigan's attractions online.  9&10 News
  • Traverse City's Hickory Hills and the nonprofit-run Mt. Holiday are both open for the ski season, featuring new enhancements to their snow-making systems and offering various season pass options.  Traverse City Record-Eagle

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • NCTA Grand Traverse Chapter Monthly Meeting: Geo-hiking Isle Royale

    This monthly meeting will focus on the geological significance and hiking opportunities at Isle Royale National Park, highlighting the Midcontinent Rift's influence on the area.

    Tue, 1/21/25

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  • Winter 2025 Opening Reception at the Dennos Museum Center

    The event features an opening reception for the Winter 2025 exhibitions, including the Northwest Regional Juried Exhibition, with opportunities to meet artists and enjoy refreshments.

    Fri, 1/24/25

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  • Weekly Worship Service at Watershed Church

    The service includes connecting, singing, prayer, Scripture reading, and a message, along with a Kids' Church program for children.

    Sun, 1/26/25

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  • Hollywood Revisited: A Musical Tribute to Tinseltown Classics

    This musical revue features a spectacular display of costumes from iconic Hollywood films, enhanced by music that defined the era.

    Sun, 2/2/25

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