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Traverse City
Friday, March 13th, 2026
Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Leelanau Conservancy now owns the 285-acre Sugar Loaf property, a long-dormant outdoor site closed since 2000, after meeting an $8 million funding goal. Stewardship efforts to restore it will begin later this year, and the site remains closed to the public. UpNorthLive
- ➤ Sunrise Rotary is supporting Born to Read & Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library to boost early literacy among local children in Traverse City. The initiative will soon provide more details on available resources. 9&10 News
- ➤ Leelanau Christian Neighbors is set to open its second Samaritans’ Closet thrift store at 11840 S. Lacore Rd in Empire to provide affordable goods + a local donation center. Renovations have begun and community donations will start in mid-May as the nonprofit aims for a Memorial Day weekend opening. 9&10 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Small Business Development Center and Baker College are partnering to host a workshop day that will offer local entrepreneurs business advice and networking opportunities in Traverse City. More details on timing and location are expected soon. 9&10 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police are investigating AI-generated images of students at Traverse City Central High School — images believed to have been created by a fellow student. Traverse City Record-Eagle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ NanBop Farm hosted a goat hoof trim demonstration on March 12 to teach local growers proper goat care & sustainable techniques as part of its Growing, Eating & Educating program. 9&10 News
- ➤ Students at Traverse City East Middle School are learning journalism and broadcasting by producing Trojan TV (a daily morning announcement show) and a bi-weekly news program (covering local events). The digital media course gives them hands-on experience for future media careers. 9&10 News
- ➤ Traverse City and the Grand Traverse Conservation District plan an eight-week summer day camp for kids 7 to 11 at Hickory Hills Recreation Area if approved Monday, March 16 by commissioners. The camp will run Monday through Thursday with increased cleaning services + a $12,000 fee for conservation management. 9&10 News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ North Sky Raptor Sanctuary will expand at former Camp Greilick with a new bird of prey hospital and immersive education center – a project that will boost local wildlife conservation and educational opportunities as the nonprofit finalizes a capital campaign and county lease to serve families for generations. UpNorthLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Cherry Capital Airport released a parking study showing up to $80 million in potential upgrades over the next two decades + officials say the figure is a ceiling not a spending plan, with modest economy lot expansions planned over the next 10 to 15 years. 9&10 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Registered Dietitian Carol Bell from Table Health shared protein powder options and a homemade protein ball recipe that uses eggs, protein powder and peanut butter to curb sugary cravings and encourage fullness. 9&10 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Frankfort claimed its third consecutive regional title with a 56-44 win over Gaylord St. Mary in a game delayed by weather on Thursday night. The Panthers will face Onekama in the quarterfinals on Tuesday, Mar. 17 at Houghton Lake. 9&10 News
- ➤ Boyne Mountain Resort will host Air & Après on Saturday with gold medalist Kaila Kuhn meeting fans at the Mountain Grand Lodge from 1 to 3 p.m., family events at Avalanche Bay, and a nighttime show with X Games athletes and pyrotechnics at 7:45 p.m. UpNorthLive
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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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Easter Brunch Celebration
10 AM - 3 PM — Aerie Restaurant & Lounge — Adults $58, Children $18 — Indulge in a delightful brunch feast with family and friends this Easter Sunday.
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DMC Concert: Thornetta Davis
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Dennos Museum Center — Cost info not provided — Experience the powerful vocals and soulful storytelling of Thornetta Davis, Detroit's Queen of the Blues.
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Mari Vineyards Wine Run 5k
8:30-10:30 a.m. — Mari Vineyards — Register early — Enjoy a scenic 5k run or walk with delicious wines at a beautiful vineyard.
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