Monday, January 20th, 2025

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Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 20th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Alan Newton's photo exhibit in Traverse City revisits individuals experiencing homelessness, aiming to foster community connection and understanding through personal stories and portraits. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ The Traverse City Senior Center, remodeled with a $10 million budget, including state and private funds, will reopen on February 3, offering expanded facilities and new amenities. UpNorthLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Traverse City celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy with a series of events focused on music, art, and community engagement, highlighting the importance of love, respect, and open-mindedness. Traverse City Record-Eagle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Traverse City Area Public Schools will hold a half-day of classes on Martin Luther King Jr. Day focusing on his life and legacy, featuring themed lessons across all grade levels. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ Several students from various cities were recognized for their academic achievements, making the Dean's and President's Lists at their respective universities, and a Traverse City Christian High School senior was highlighted for her involvement and honors. Traverse City Record-Eagle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Garfield Township seeks to renegotiate its 22-year-old water purchase contract with Traverse City amidst disputes over usage limits and development permissions. Traverse City Record-Eagle
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Forensic nurses at Munson Medical Center in northern Michigan perform crucial SANE exams to collect evidence for sexual assault investigations, offering a blend of medical care and legal assistance. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ In Grand Traverse County, Michigan, testing for radon, a leading cause of lung cancer and prevalent in 25% of homes statewide, is emphasized for family safety, with free testing kits offered during national radon action month. UpNorthLive
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Weekly Fun Run at Bubba's
A community-friendly fun run at Bubba's offers mapped 3 and 5-mile routes for runners of all paces, encouraging social interaction and family participation.
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