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Traverse City
Wednesday, April 8th, 2026
Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Short’s Brewing will anchor a new 16,000 sqft mixed-use space at Logan’s Landing East along Boardman Lake set to open in April 2027. The brewery partners with investors (including CEO Scott Newman-Bale and founder Joe Short) to bring food, craft beer, live music and events to a Traverse City area. UpNorthLive
- ➤ Chipotle is planning a drive-through with online pickup at the former Macy’s parking lot at Grand Traverse Mall in Garfield Township — the planning commission will review the proposal and discuss it today at 7 p.m. at 3848 Veterans Drive. 9&10 News
- ➤ Greenrock Farm, owned by Alan and Fran Jones, grew double-gold raspberry plants as a niche crop two years ago and had its first successful harvest last year; market customers calling the fruit salmon berries noted that some berries remained unripe when November weather arrived. Traverse City Record-Eagle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Mackinac Island is preparing for a busy summer celebrating America’s 250th anniversary with historic sites set to reopen in early May. Fort Mackinac will debut four new exhibits & Fort Michilimackinac will welcome visitors during the season’s special events. 9&10 News
- ➤ Surfaces Art Supplies is hosting a mandala and breathwork class this Saturday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and will offer a second session on Tuesday, April 16 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. for $55 per person. UpNorthLive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A ribbon cutting welcomed the new Joseph C. Fisher Early Childhood + Family Center in Traverse City on Tuesday afternoon. The renovated facility offers indoor play areas, accessible outdoor space and group rooms for early learning and family support. UpNorthLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Traverse City City Commission approved spending $37,042.75 for a tanker of low-sulfur diesel on Monday (a 78% price jump from last month) as officials warned rising fuel costs may soon limit vehicle operations and prompt a move to electrify the fleet. 9&10 News
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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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5th Annual Asian American Pacific Islander Celebration
5-8 p.m. — Dennos Museum Center — Free event — Celebrate culture and community with food, film, and poetry featuring local talents and diverse culinary offerings.
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Great Lakes Child Safety Conference
The inaugural Great Lakes Child Safety Conference will take place on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at Traverse City Central High School, beginning at 4:00 p.m. The free conference is presented in collaboration with Northwestern Michigan College (NMC), Northwest Education Services, Rotary, and Traverse City Area Public Schools.
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