Good morning, Traverse City.

Residents in Northern Michigan banded together after a recent snowstorm to help with stuck cars and shoveling driveways — offering neighbors both recovery and safe shelter.

Officials advise those who can to stay indoors as local kindness continues to uplift the community.

Traverse City has been named Food City of the Year by Midwest Living for its unique culinary scene — the accolade recognizes local dining excellence and national attention from top food critics.

Cherry Capital Airport recorded 49,249 passengers in February with a 2.3% increase from February 2025 + the year-to-date total dropped 1.3% after a slow January, as reported by the Northwest Regional Airport Authority board.

Traverse City Light & Power got board approval on Thursday to install a solar canopy and battery storage at its Hall Street Customer Service Center.

The project (developed with KEEN Technical Solutions) will convert a parking lot into a renewable energy asset that gives live energy data for public use.

Brian Beauchamp from TART Trails leads plans to extend a non-motorized pathway along the Three Mile Road corridor & his efforts build on over two decades of planning to improve access to nature for our community.

Northern Michigan mental health providers warn that unstable funding could force service cuts in the coming months & leaders at the Bergmann Center and Grand Traverse industries urge board members to secure steady support to keep vital services available.

Local fly-fishing columnist Jake Smith shares ten essential tips for a fly-fishing vest in his latest article published at American Fly Fishing.

He draws on years of personal experience to guide both new and seasoned anglers toward enjoying local waters — advice rooted in his lifelong passion.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

NMC Jazz Bands & High School All-Star Big Band Concert

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Milliken Auditorium — $10-$20 — Experience an evening of vibrant jazz performances featuring local high school talent and special guest Robbie M Smith.