Good morning, Traverse City.

Two children were seriously injured in a collision on M-37 that closed the road for more than four hours on March 16th, according to the Grand Traverse County Sheriff's Office.

A semi truck accident blocked US-131 near the Grand Traverse–Wexford county line today around 9 a.m., and deputies remain on the scene while southbound traffic is diverted via County Line Road.

Interlochen Center for the Arts has announced four summer concert shows at Kresge Auditorium featuring acts such as Iron & Wine and I’m With Her (Robin’s Egg Tour) on July 10 at 7:30 p.m., The Infamous Stringdusters with Leftover Salmon and special guests (The Kitchen Dwellers) on July 15 at 7 p.m., Ashley McBryde on July 17 at 7:30 p.m., and The Temptations with The Four Tops on Aug. 6 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets will range from $35 to $38 and go on sale March 21 at 10 a.m.

At Monday night’s commission meeting in Traverse City, commissioners approved a zoning amendment by a 4-3 vote that lets up to four dwelling units be built per lot in the R-2 Two Family Dwelling District—this change affects 2.3% of the city’s zoned land and could be enacted on April 7.

Traverse City commissioners voted Monday night to order 2,000 tons of rock salt for the 2025-2026 season through the state's MiDEAL Extended Purchasing Service—1,200 tons will be used for early fill and 800 tons for late fill while about 500 tons remain on hand.

The Grand Traverse County Commission is expected to approve $14.4 million in tax incentives for workforce housing at its meeting today.

The tax increment financing deal will allow Strathmore Real Estate Group to build 135 below-market-rate apartments on the site of the former Tom's Food Market and Kmart complex — a step that supports affordable housing in Acme Township.

City commissioners approved bumping Garfield Township's reserve capacity from 5 million to 6 million gallons—providing the township with one million extra gallons per day as officials work through a bulk water purchase dispute with Traverse City.

Traverse City commissioners approved nearly $400k for contractors to repair the West End Beach parking lot and build a new ADA-compliant restroom replacing a damaged bathhouse after high water made half the lot unusable in 2020 + the project will restore accessibility for beach visitors.

Health officials at the Benzie-Leelanau District Health Department are preparing for possible measles cases in the community after Michigan confirmed its first case of 2025 and outbreaks have occurred nationwide.

They will offer vaccination clinics at the Leelanau County office on April 7 (7401 E. Duck Lake Road, Lake Leelanau) and at the Benzie County office on April 8 (6051 Frankfort Highway, Ste. 100, Benzonia) and are working with schools to share prevention tips.

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.

Good Friday Fish & Seafood Dinner

6-8 p.m. — Bistro Polaris at Black Star Farms — Check website for cost — Meet Chef John Korycki as he presents a delightful seafood dinner with a touch of Italian flair.