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Tuesday, April 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 1st of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 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 Record-Eagle
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ 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. Traverse City Record-Eagle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ 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. 9&10 News
- ➤ 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. 9&10 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ 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. Traverse City Record-Eagle
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ 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. 9&10 News
- ➤ 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. Traverse City Record-Eagle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ 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. Traverse City Record-Eagle
SPORTS NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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