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Friday, January 31st, 2025
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Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 31st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Community events including a writing workshop, coffee with county officials, Spanish conversation group, children's winter safety helmet giveaway, Anishinaabemowin-language 'Star Wars' screening, and knitting group are upcoming in the Traverse City area. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ The Michigan Department of Transportation announces a public open house to discuss the M-72 rebuild project, alongside updates on a water trail plan and local community events. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ The UpNorthLive hosted blood drive with Versiti Blood Center collected 40 pints, saving potentially 120 lives amid an emergency blood shortage in Michigan. UpNorthLive
- ➤ Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore offers diverse winter activities, including youth ice fishing, family night hikes, and adult cross-country ski tours, alongside conservation-focused events and creative outdoor experiences. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ Traverse City is celebrated for inspiring and supporting youth in engaging with outdoor winter activities, exemplified by Will Haapala's journey from a childhood enthusiast to a university athlete and mentor. Traverse City Record-Eagle
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A state forensic psychologist found David Martin, charged with embezzling a wealthy doctor as his caretaker, competent for trial amid ongoing legal and health developments. Traverse City Record-Eagle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Right Brain Brewery in Traverse City is hosting the Phantasmagoria event on Feb. 8, featuring over 40 local artists and live music by four bands, free at 225 E. Sixteenth St. 9&10 News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Grand Traverse Conservation District's annual sale of 18 native tree and shrub species, including four new species, aims to support ecosystem restoration and combat invasive species, running from February 1st through March 31st. 9&10 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians is allocating over $814k in casino revenue to 39 local governments and organizations to compensate for governmental services and impacts of the tribal casino. UpNorthLive
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Lakeland PTO Chili Delight and Auction Night
The Lakeland PTO hosts a community-focused evening featuring a chili and soup cook-off, live auction, and games to support local teachers and staff.
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TCTC Community Fun Run
A community-run event welcoming participants of all paces and distances, starting with warm-ups before the run.
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NMC Children's Choirs 2025 Winter Concert
The NMC Children's Choirs will present their Winter Concert at Lars Hockstad Auditorium, showcasing choral music under the direction of experienced directors.
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Suds & Snow 2025: A Winter Celebration
The 18th Annual Suds & Snow event features a half-mile hike to enjoy beverages from over 20 vendors, live music, and food trucks in a winter wonderland setting.
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