Good morning, Traverse City.

The Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation awarded $36,886 to support equity and inclusion efforts in Antrim, Benzie, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska and Leelanau counties — as well as among the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians.

The new endowment and Diversity Equity Inclusion fund split the money among 21 organizations.

Traverse City police pulled over a car near 12th and Division just before 1 p.m. on Saturday and are asking charges for possession of methamphetamine and heroin and driving under the influence after three knives and drugs were found in the vehicle.

Author Jennifer Weiner will speak at the City Opera House on April 9th & discuss her latest novel The Griffin Sisters Greatest Hits, which is described as humorous and heartfelt in its look at friendship and sisterhood.

The Northwest Michigan Ballet Theatre will present The Sleeping Beauty at Milliken Auditorium at the Dennos Museum Center on April 5 and April 6—featuring young dancers performing solos and duets to Tchaikovsky's music.

This beautifully choreographed ballet offers a fresh take on the classic story for audiences in Traverse City.

Northwest Education Services will launch a heavy equipment/diesel mechanics program for high school juniors and seniors in the fall.

The board approved the program on March 4 and it will train students in heavy equipment + diesel-fueled machinery mechanics.

Antrim County emergency services and utility crews cleared fallen trees and debris from Pineview Drive — restoring power and access as residents deal with storm damage.

Warming shelters are available at local centers for those in need of warmth, phone charging, and meals.

Hundreds of utility crews worked to restore power after a weekend ice storm left nearly 83,000 customers without electricity — 40,000 from Consumers Energy and more than 43,000 from Great Lakes Energy were still without power as of Monday.

Grand Traverse County board members will consider a proposal at Wednesday morning’s meeting to replace the 61-year-old jail with a new criminal justice complex on LaFranier Road at a projected cost of $50 to $60 million — a move that continues a long-running debate over the county’s corrections facilities.

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.

The Tweed Tones Live Performance

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Cellar 152 — Free entry — Enjoy the soulful sounds of a two-piece band blending Chicago blues and early jazz.

Easter Brunch at Black Star Farms

9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. — Inn at Black Star Farms — Check website for details — Indulge in a delightful Easter brunch with delicious offerings and included drinks.