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Traverse City
Saturday, January 31st, 2026
Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of January.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A historic farmhouse that had belonged to the Hammond family for seven generations was destroyed by fire on Wednesday night in northern Michigan, where Chris Hammond rescued his mother-in-law (Judy) and local donors rallied with donations and a GoFundMe to support the family amid their loss. UpNorthLive
- ➤ The Michigan Department of Natural Resources reported six snowmobile fatalities and rising injuries this season caused by high snow banks and limited visibility; Munson Medical Center staff urged drivers to clear snow from vehicles and use extra caution at trail + road intersections. UpNorthLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Interlochen Arts Academy Wind Symphony, directed by Leslie Dunner, presents 'Fanfare from The Three-Cornered Hat' by Manuel de Falla and 'The Planets, Op.32' by Gustav Holst with Theatre dancers at 7:30 p.m. today at Corson Auditorium (4000 J Maddy Pkwy); tickets are $17 for adults and $14 youth. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ Deb Jackson underscored that live theater remains a true human connection (no AI or bots are involved) as local performers and staff continue to captivate audiences here in Traverse City. Traverse City Record-Eagle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Traverse City Area Public Schools Board of Trustees will hold a study session at 5 p.m. Monday, Feb. 2 at the TCAPS Administration Building (Glenn Loomis Boardroom) to discuss the $55M renovation at Central Grade School and review a construction update. Traverse City Record-Eagle
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ An oil spill discovered last spring in Pigeon River Country State Forest will take years to clean up, though experts say progress is steady. Cleanup efforts continue — officials work to protect local wildlife. Traverse City Record-Eagle
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ After the Grand Traverse County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority board approved a grant and loan agreement — totaling over $1.6M — for state clean-up funds from the Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy, construction of a boutique hotel on a long-vacant downtown lot is set to begin this summer. Traverse City Record-Eagle
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Left Foot Charley Wine Dinner
6-11:59 p.m. — Modern Bird — Check website for pricing — Indulge in a five-course meal featuring exquisite wines from Left Foot Charley with winemaker Bryan Ulbrich.
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An Evening with T.J. Klune
7-8:30 p.m. — City Opera House — Tickets from $21 — Celebrate captivating storytelling with bestselling author T.J. Klune, known for his rich fictional worlds.
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Singer Songwriters Showcase
7-9 p.m. — City Opera House — $25, $20, Students $10 — Experience original songs from talented singer-songwriter students and the Popular Music Ensemble.
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Tai Chi with Josh
12-1 p.m. — East Bay Branch Library — Free entry — Discover the gentle art of Tai Chi in a community-friendly setting.
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Alluvion Jazz Series: Bill Sears Quintet
7-9:30 p.m. — The Alluvion — Ticket info available — Experience a deep jazz night featuring the phenomenal Bill Sears and his quintet.
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Antrim Writers Series - Poetry Writing Workshop
1-3 p.m. — Grass River Natural Area — $10 — Experiment with words during an engaging poetry workshop with Teresa Scollon.
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Puppy Pals LIVE
2-4 p.m. — City Opera House — Family-friendly fun — Enjoy an action-packed show featuring rescued dogs performing spectacular stunts.
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Light the Darkness: A Midwinter Festival of Art
5-7 p.m. — City Opera House — Free entry — Experience a vibrant marketplace of creativity with juried artistry and live performances.
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Candlelight Concert: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Kirkbride Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical evening of music by Coldplay and Imagine Dragons performed by a talented string quartet under candlelight.
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