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Traverse City
Wednesday, March 4th, 2026
Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Traverse City Planning Commission approved the Rotary Square design Tuesday night (after nearly 30 years of planning), moving the long-awaited downtown plaza closer to construction. The design features a natural turf lawn (with a wood slat canopy and river access) and now awaits City Commission approval on Mar. 9. 9&10 News
- ➤ After the Cadillac Farmer's Market ended due to a rate increase, the Downtown Development Authority hired Traverse City's non-profit SEEDS to run a new recurring market in downtown Cadillac — the event, held on Fridays, will support local vendors and community members. 9&10 News
- ➤ Northwestern Michigan College hosted a mobile food pantry on Monday for students and families in need in its main parking lot; another event will run on Monday, Mar. 16 offering drive-thru & walk-thru options. UpNorthLive
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Traverse City restauranteur Jeff Lobdell acquired Slabtown Burgers at 826 W. Front St. Longtime associate Scott Parkhurst will manage the restaurant as part of Lobdell’s portfolio of local dining options + his established ventures. Traverse City Record-Eagle
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Retired Marine Major General Michael Lehnert said rising tensions in the Middle East are causing delays in shipments at the Straits of Hormuz and may lead to higher fuel prices and fewer consumer goods available in our area. 9&10 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Early childhood educators in Northern Michigan — including Grand Traverse — have begun receiving monthly stipends from a $16M state program that pays up to $200 for part-time and $300 for full-time care providers, and the initiative will run through September. This effort aims to support local working families. 9&10 News
- ➤ Traverse City Area Public Schools is offering test-out exams for middle and high school students to earn graduation credit by scoring 78%. High school exams are May 6 at West Senior and May 9 at Central while middle school exams are April 21 (West Middle) and April 22 (East Middle). 9&10 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Retired National Guard Staff Sergeant Terry Richardson, who once served at Camp Grayling (in Crawford County), was awarded the Medal of Honor Monday at the White House for heroism during combat in Vietnam on Sept. 14. Richardson rescued wounded soldiers under heavy fire while sustaining injuries. UpNorthLive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Kuhn, a 22-year-old aerial skier from Boyne City, won an Olympic gold medal for Team USA in mixed aerials when her team landed six jumps nearly 30 points ahead. She credited her family’s support (and community) and will resume training after a brief break. 9&10 News
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An Evening with Anna Quindlen featuring 'More Than Enough'
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Traverse City Central High School — Cost information not provided — Explore themes of love, hope, and friendship in Anna Quindlen's latest novel during this engaging event.
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Fifth Third Bank Leapin' Leprechaun 5k
1-2 p.m. — Lake Ave, Traverse City, MI — Registration fee — Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a festive 5k race benefiting the NICU at Munson Medical Center.
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Shakespeare Festival at the Village
1-5 p.m. — The Village at Grand Traverse Commons — Free entry — Experience bite-sized Shakespeare performances interspersed with local food and drink in a historic setting.
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Aerie x Folgarelli's Taste of South Africa
Four-course wine dinner — Evening — Grand Traverse Resort and Spa — Ticketed event — Celebrate the bold flavors and heritage of South African cuisine paired with Babylonstoren wines.
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The Lords of 52nd Street Live Performance
8-9 p.m. — Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge — Ticket prices vary — Experience the original band behind Billy Joel’s biggest hits in a high-energy live concert.
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Spring Break at the Museum
11 AM – 4 PM — Dennos Museum Center — Kids are free with adults — Enjoy a Spring Break adventure with a family scavenger hunt and prizes.
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