Good morning, Traverse City.

UpNorthLive invites locals to submit photos celebrating America’s 250th birthday — highlighting community landmarks and inspiring figures.

Selected images will air on TV.

The Traverse City Planning Commission discussed Tuesday night the Tommy's Express proposal for an automatic enclosed carwash with vacuum stations and a mat washing building at 1054 and 1060 East Front Street & Garfield Road on the property that previously housed a Burger King and Cuppa Joe.

Central Grade School will see a partial demolition, expanded parking lot and new drop-off loop as part of its $55 million renovation.

Key steps include final documents in May 2026, moving to Glenn Loomis by July, and demolition and construction through June/July 2029 (Christine Thomas-Hill presented the timeline).

A crew from Coast Guard Air Station Traverse City flew over West and East Grand Traverse Bays Tuesday to check ice coverage amid falling temperatures.

The flight found East Bay frozen and West Bay had ice extending to Power Island (as reported by the Coast Guard).

The Michigan Department of Transportation is inviting community input to update its highway safety plans through an online survey available until March 15.

Residents needing extra help (such as mobility or visual assistance) can contact MDOT for support.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Puppy Pals LIVE

2-4 p.m. — City Opera House — Family-friendly fun — Enjoy an action-packed show featuring rescued dogs performing spectacular stunts.

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.

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.

5th Grade HB Elite Boys Tryout

5:00 – 6:15 p.m. — Rajkovich Physical Education Center — $20 — Showcase your skills at the first unified youth basketball development program in Northern Michigan.