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Friday, April 10th, 2026
Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Safe Haven received over $10,000 on April 8 from the local 100+ Women Who Care chapter at Traverse City Golf and Country Club to fund extra staff for supervising visits. The program serves 33 families and will use the funds to begin helping 30 families on its waitlist. 9&10 News
- ➤ Project Connect will be held at North Central Michigan College on April 22 with more than 70 local nonprofits offering free assistance from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Residents needing help with finances, housing and health are encouraged to bring required documents and visit a special section for veterans — details have been provided by organizers. 9&10 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Opening April 16, the fourth annual Traverse City Comedy Fest sells out at Park Place Hotel and nears capacity for headliners Gary Gulman, Roy Wood Jr. and Joe DeVito at the Comedy Club and Opera House; the three-day festival features new venues + workshops benefiting the Women’s Resource Center. 9&10 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Representatives from Northwest Education Services and community partners held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, Apr. 7 at the Joseph C. Fisher Early Childhood & Family Center (1050 Silver Drive). The center will offer playgroups, parent meetings and childcare services to support local families. 9&10 News
- ➤ North Ed Career Tech held an expo-style career fair yesterday where 1,200 students met with over 100 local employers to explore job opportunities in the community. UpNorthLive
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Honeybee experts in Leelanau County are monitoring efforts to restore bee colonies needed for pollinating specialized local crops after national losses in 2025 reduced U.S. agricultural output by $18 billion (according to the Honeybee Health Coalition), and beekeepers plan to bring winter colonies back from Georgia for spring pollination. 9&10 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Work at the US-31/Three Mile Road intersection begins mid-morning today after a schedule shift, and a detour will be in effect for drivers to keep the project on track. Traverse City Record-Eagle
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Munson Healthcare donated $10,000 on April 9 in Traverse City to strengthen youth mental health services, supporting programs such as the MIFamily Resources Network and Therapy Corps to improve care for local youth and families. 9&10 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Team Strouse from the Traverse City Curling Club will compete in the USA Curling National Championship in Denver from April 15 through April 19. The team earned its first national appearance after winning the Great Lakes Curling Association Regional Tournament in Detroit in January. 9&10 News
- ➤ Detroit Lions legends will star in a Traverse City basketball game scheduled for May, offering fans a chance to see former gridiron players take the court in a new setting. 9&10 News
- ➤ Traverse City Curling Club will host its Cherry Bombspiel from Apr. 16 to Apr. 19 in Traverse City. The free event — featuring 36 teams from the U.S. and Canada — will include scheduled game sessions and volunteer information for fans. 9&10 News
- ➤ Marion baseball coach Chad Grundy earned his 400th win on April 9 after leading the Eagles to season-opening 15-0 and 18-0 victories over Traverse City Christian. He was honored with a plaque from his players, marking a milestone in his nine-season career. 9&10 News
- ➤ CMU football is preparing for the 2026 season with 58 returning players and 39 newcomers training at the Indoor Athletic Complex, aiming for the MAC championship and a return to Ford Field. Coach Matt Drinkall and local graduates are focusing on fixing mistakes (such as proper warmups) to boost performance. 9&10 News
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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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Spring Art Market
10 AM – 4 PM — Dennos Museum Center — Free entry — Engage with over 25 artists showcasing diverse media from painting to ceramics.
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