Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 17th of March.
Good morning, Traverse City.
💼 Business
Tim Bergstrom turned his love for cooking into a restaurant after serving seven years in the Navy and attending culinary school in 1999 in Traverse City.
He works long days—even when he is sick—to keep his restaurant open and make people happy.
🏛️ Government
Grand Traverse County Commissioner Rob Hentschel took and passed a licensed polygraph test, his attorney told the Record-Eagle recently.
Benzie County Prosecutor Sara Swanson said polygraph tests hold little value since they are not admissible in court — she relies on only evidence that can be used in court to decide charges.
East Bay Township officials are reviewing the site plans for a major expansion at Keith J.
Charters State Park— they have not received all the plans yet. The state Department of Natural Resources is investing about $8.5 million to improve the park and campground that opened in 1920.
Traverse City has imposed new weight limits on the North Union Street Bridge after an inspection found corrosion affecting heavy and commercial trucks — the city is working to secure funding for repairs planned for either this year or next.
🏥 Health
North Flight Aero Med now uses an FDA-approved blood warmer that heats blood from fridge temperature to body temperature in seconds to treat blood loss and hypothermia.
Medical director Dr Aaron Ziegler said training wrapped this week and the device helps deliver emergency transfusions fast after landing in Grand Traverse County.
🎉 Traverse City Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
A Celebration of Author Patrice Gopo
6:30-9:00 p.m. — Kirkbride Hall — Free entry — Celebrate award-winning author Patrice Gopo with a special presentation and refreshments.
Education Concert featuring Larry McCray
7-9 p.m. — Dennos Museum Center — Get tickets — Enjoy an evening with Larry McCray as he brings his distinctive blues rock sound to Traverse City.
Leighann Lord Live Stand-Up Comedy
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Traverse City Comedy Club — $20 entry — Enjoy an evening of laughs with Leighann Lord, a standout in comedy heard on XM-Sirius Satellite Radio.
Mari Vineyards Wine Run 5k
8:30-10:30 a.m. — Mari Vineyards — Registration fee applies — Run, walk, and sip in the scenic charm of northern Michigan's finest vineyard.
The Porch - AA Meeting
6-7 PM — 1010 S Garfield Ave — Free entry — Discover support for alcohol addiction and connect with others on the recovery journey.
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