Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 20th of April.
Good morning, Traverse City.
🏘️ Community
Leonard Lokay, a World War II veteran, turned 104 today at the Villa at Traverse Point where a crowd gathered to honor his birthday.
He had celebrated three days earlier at his nursing home with his daughters Janice Lokay and Nancy Henry and son-in-law Tom Henry along with hospice staff.
Farmers markets are set to open soon for spring and summer and include the Sara Hardy Downtown Farmers Market operating on Saturday mornings (starting in May) along with East Bay Corners and Leelanau markets offering weekday and weekend schedules from May through October.
🚨 Crime
A Traverse City man—36-year-old Christopher Genereaux—was arrested on meth and cocaine possession charges after a pickup he was riding in was stopped for a moving violation last week in Benzie County, and he is now held in Benzie County Jail as Michigan State Police reported Friday.
Benzie County Sheriff’s Office and Michigan State Police are searching for a missing 14-year-old boy from Leelanau County who was last seen Friday wearing a dark blue t-shirt, black shorts, and gray Crocs near Crystal Drive — Warren Road in Benzonia Township while crews check property cameras and use K9 teams.
Police are actively searching for a missing 14-year-old male from the Crystal Drive/Warren Road area in Benzie County after he was last seen on April 18—he was described as a White teen, 5'9" with dark brown hair wearing a dark blue t-shirt with red and white USA Pickleball lettering, black shorts and gray Crocs—and authorities ask anyone with information to call Benzie County Central Dispatch.
A 14 year old boy from Leelanau County who was reported missing overnight was found early this morning as Michigan State Police from the Traverse City Post helped the Benzie County Sheriff’s Office end the search — confirming his safety — and officials have not released any more details.
🎓 Education
Kingsley schools provided grief support after a 35-year-old woman died waiting in a car in the parking lot of Kingsley Elementary School (3:15 p.m. Monday).
The school's crisis team met with students and families to help them cope with the loss.
🏛️ Government
Breanna Hannula of the Michigan On-Farm Produce Safety Program at the Grand Traverse Conservation District explained that the updated Agricultural Water Rule now requires produce farms that use agricultural water to complete an Agricultural Water Assessment instead of water tests.
🎉 Traverse City Events
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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.
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.
Trivia Night
Evening — Shady Lane Cellars — Cost varies — Engage in friendly competition with trivia while savoring great wine and charcuterie.
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.
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.
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.
Robbie Fulks Concert
6-10 p.m. — Farm Club: Restaurant, Farm Market & Brewery — Tickets available — Experience an intimate evening with alternative country singer-songwriter, Robbie Fulks.
Matter of Mind: My Alzheimer's
4-6 p.m. — Dennos Museum Center — Free entry — An intimate film screening exploring the challenges of Alzheimer's through the lens of family experiences.
Wine With a Twist
12 PM – 5 PM — Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trail — Ticket prices and cork cash vary — Experience craft cocktails with a wine twist across participating wineries.
Guided Wildflower Hike
10:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Sleeping Bear Tour Co. — Cost not specified — Explore diverse wildflower habitats and learn identification tips with a guide.
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