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Traverse City
Wednesday, April 15th, 2026
Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 15th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Carla Weaver has relocated EB2 Vintage to a new site to continue specializing in solid wood furniture and vintage finds. The store works with local vendors & supports community causes while promoting creative repurposing of antiques. 9&10 News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A boardwalk and a parking garage along the Boardman River were partly submerged by moderate flooding downtown. Emergency services closed parts of Hannah Park as rising water levels nearly reached nearby condominiums. 9&10 News
- ➤ The Grand Traverse County Road Commission says South Airport Road will close at 6:30 p.m. today between Cass and Keystone because rising floodwater from heavy rain+snow melt is creating hazards. Residents in low-lying areas are advised to monitor local forecasts for further updates. Traverse City Record-Eagle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Department of Natural Resources activated an emergency action plan Tuesday, Apr. 14 for Homestead Dam on the Betsie River in Benzonia Township due to high water levels; property owners downstream are advised to take precautions + avoid the dam area to allow work crews safe access. UpNorthLive
- ➤ Bellaire Dam authorities triggered the Ready stage protocol on the Intermediate River — water now stands 12 inches below the dam top — and urged local residents and businesses to pack essential items in case an evacuation becomes necessary. UpNorthLive
- ➤ Officials evacuated residents from E River Road in East Bay Township on Tuesday as rising water levels prompted emergency measures, with eight residents evacuated by boat and propane tanks being secured (official advice: avoid moving water). UpNorthLive
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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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