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Traverse City
Tuesday, March 17th, 2026
Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ KC and the Sunshine Band will perform on the Bayside Music Stage at the National Cherry Festival on Tuesday, July 7; tickets go on sale Friday, March 20 at 9:00 a.m. UpNorthLive
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A Consumer Federation report (released Wed, Mar. 11) shows Michigan residents lost about $1.7 billion to online scams last year, averaging $170 per person in urban and rural areas. The report found Facebook and Instagram are frequent targets and urges tougher rules to protect residents. 9&10 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Kiwanis Club of Traverse City recognized student Grace McSparron, a senior at Traverse City West Senior High School, as Student of the Month on March 16. She earned honors for academics and athletics and plans to study physical therapy after earning her associate’s degree at NMC. Traverse City Record-Eagle
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ With spring here, Michigan’s black bears have emerged from their dens and the DNR advises residents to secure food sources — like bird feeders, trash, and pet food — to avoid conflicts and habituation. The agency stresses extra care around cubs as bears slowly venture toward urban areas. 9&10 News
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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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2026 Cherry Bombspiel
2 PM – 3 PM — Traverse City Curling Club — $500 — Compete in a fun curling event with 36 teams and a four-game guarantee.
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