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Sunday, April 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 13th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A vision of Traverse City as a peaceful Eden hides the harsh reality for people without homes in the region—residents face key challenges that will be explored further next Sunday. Traverse City Record-Eagle
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Traverse City's NoBo Riverside is set to get a new chef and a fresh look inside the Commongrounds Cooperative building on Eighth Street — the change will bring a new menu, coffee shop, and catering service to the community. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ On Friday, brothers Dakota and Garret Porter hosted a kickoff party at Mt. Holiday in Traverse City before beginning a national tour to sell their LED lighting products from ActionGlow, which they founded as teenagers on a snowboarding trip. They will stop at mom-and-pop shops and schools across the country to promote youth entrepreneurship while sharing their journey on social media. UpNorthLive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A new high school Heavy Equipment/Diesel Mechanic program at Northwest Education Services’ Career Tech Center will start next fall to help meet the local need for diesel mechanics. Juniors and seniors can enroll now in the program to gain hands-on training for future jobs. Traverse City Record-Eagle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Traverse City Light & Power approved a $46,626,892 operating budget for fiscal year 2025/26, which is nearly 11 percent higher than last year's plan due to rising energy purchase costs—City Commission will review the plan on May 12. Traverse City Record-Eagle
SPORTS NEWS
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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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A Water Trail Documentary Screening
7-9 p.m. — The Alluvion — Ticketed event — Celebrate Earth Day with a documentary screening & powerful performance about water conservation.
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Christian McBride Live in Concert
7-10 p.m. — The Alluvion — Ticket information not provided — Experience the dynamic sounds of eight-time GRAMMY-winning bassist Christian McBride and his new project, Ursa Major.
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Trivia Night
Evening — Shady Lane Cellars — Cost varies — Engage in friendly competition with trivia while savoring great wine and charcuterie.
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Black Star Farms Swedish Dinner
6-8 PM — Bistro Polaris at Black Star Farms — Inquire for pricing — Savor traditional Swedish dishes and embark on a culinary journey through Sweden's unique flavors.
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Bubble Glazing & Wine Workshop at Black Star Farms
12-1 p.m. — Black Star Farms Old Mission — Workshop fee applies — Explore your creativity by learning a unique bubble glaze technique while making pottery wine stoppers.
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NMC Children's Choirs Spring Concert
3-5 p.m. — Lars Hockstad Auditorium — Adults: $15, Seniors/Students: $10 — Experience an afternoon of delightful choral performances from talented young singers.
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