Saturday, March 8th, 2025

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Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Folded Leaf, a new bookshop by Rachel Zemanek, is opening in Cedar, focusing on community enrichment through the love of reading and supporting local arts and first responder mental health. 9&10 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Traverse City Area Public Schools is set to interview four candidates to fill a Board of Education vacancy created by Andrew Raymond's resignation. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ Northwest Education Services narrowed its superintendent search to two finalists, Tara Mager and Stephanie O’Dea, with public interviews scheduled for March 18-19. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ Pulitzer prize-winning author Jonathan Eig is set to discuss Martin Luther King, Jr.'s complex legacy, emphasizing his human qualities beyond the myth, at Traverse City Central High School. Traverse City Record-Eagle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Michigan Court of Appeals rules that property management firms with 10 or more vacation rentals must pay a 5% tourism tax, affirming Traverse City Tourism's stance. Traverse City Record-Eagle
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Moomer's Homemade Ice Cream in Traverse City celebrates its 28th season by launching four new flavors, inviting customers to vote for their favorite. UpNorthLive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Julie Bennett, a late-blooming athlete from Michigan, teams up with three others to prepare for the 'World's Toughest Row' across the Pacific Ocean, aiming to raise awareness for various charities. 9&10 News
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2025 Biosolids Conference in Traverse City
The 2025 Biosolids Conference offers continuing education opportunities for wastewater management professionals, featuring presentations and discussions in Traverse City.
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Peter Madcat Ruth's C.A.R.Ma. Quartet Performance
The C.A.R.Ma. Quartet showcases veteran Michigan musicians, including Grammy winner Peter Madcat Ruth, performing a diverse blend of traditional and improvisational music.
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Julian Lage Live Performance
Renowned guitarist Julian Lage will perform an early show at The Alluvion, showcasing his exceptional improvisational skills.
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Rebound Control, Puck Handling and Power Skating Clinic
10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. — Centre Ice Arena — Entry Fee Required — Sharpen your goaltending skills with specialized drills focusing on rebound control and puck handling.
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Wine Tasting for Singles: Traverse City Tour
Sunset Wine Tour — All evening — Traverse City, MI — Ticket costs may vary — Sip exquisite wines from local vineyards while enjoying stunning bay views and making new connections.
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Up North Lake and Cottage Show
12-6 p.m. — Traverse City Civic Center Skate Park — Admission fees may apply — Explore over 100 exhibitors offering everything for home improvement dreams.
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