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Traverse City
Friday, April 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local churches and organizations will provide free meals and pantry supplies this Sunday for Easter celebrations in Traverse City. Northwest Food Coalition and Goodwill Northern Michigan’s Food Rescue are coordinating fresh and frozen food deliveries across Grand Traverse County. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ UpNorthLive invites viewers to cast a vote and leave a comment on their severe weather and power outage plans ahead of its Unscripted show on Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. on ABC 29&8 while METC proposes more than 90 miles of high voltage power lines through parts of southern and central Michigan including a route through Marshall airport. UpNorthLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The second annual Michigan Sauna Fest will take place April 10–12 at Clinch Park, where organizers Vlad Borza (Sleeping Bear Saunas) and Nick Olson (Hearth Sauna) will host 15 sauna providers and expect 500 attendees to celebrate sauna culture. Traverse City Record-Eagle
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Michigan Department of Natural Resources expanded underwater spearfishing boundaries for walleye, northern pike and lake trout in parts of the Great Lakes on Apr. 2. Local anglers are advised to review the new regulations before heading out. Traverse City Record-Eagle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local steelhead fishermen report a significant upswing in catches as improved winter conditions since Christmas have boosted spring fishing along nearby rivers. Traverse City Record-Eagle
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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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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.
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Earth Day Clothing Swap
11 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Dennos Museum Center — Free entry — Refresh your wardrobe sustainably while enjoying a community clothing and gear swap this Earth Day.
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NMC Concert Band Spring Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Milliken Auditorium — $10-$20 — Experience a night filled with vibrant music from talented musicians showcasing their versatility.
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The Golden Age of Broadway Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Milliken Auditorium — $10-$20 — Experience a musical journey through the beloved songs of Broadway's Golden Age with the NMC Grand Traverse Chorale.
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