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Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025
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Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Northwest Michigan Coalition to End Homelessness has formed the Housing and Homelessness Task Force to create a plan that helps reduce homelessness in Traverse City and Grand Traverse County. The group will work with local leaders from May through September 2025—focusing on emergency shelter, crisis response and long-term housing solutions before new steps start in 2026. 9&10 News
- ➤ Oakwood Cemetery is updating its records and mapping with a digital system to help visitors find graves quickly. The project, started in December 2023 and set to finish in phases by 2026, will create an electronic database that lets users search by last name — improving access to local history. UpNorthLive
- ➤ Project Feed the Kids distributed over 1,000 pounds of meat Monday in Traverse City, feeding 150 families in just four minutes as the giveaway doubled its usual 500-pound amount. The donations came from local 4-H and the Northwestern Michigan Fair + volunteers noted it was the largest turnout in four years. UpNorthLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Pope Francis died Monday after suffering double pneumonia and chronic lung disease during a 38-day hospital stay at Gemelli. Local churches—including one in Traverse City—invite prayers and flowers as they plan a Requiem Mass on Thursday, April 24 at Noon to honor his legacy. UpNorthLive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Traverse City Central High School students run Coastal Comforts to learn business management while supporting environmental conservation — one dollar from every sale goes to cleaning up Grand Traverse Bay. 9&10 News
- ➤ The Kiwanis Club of Traverse City recognized high school senior Iali Rodenroth as Student of the Month for her strong academic and extracurricular record; she plays a leadership role in the Elephant Project + has earned key honors while planning to study biology and pre-dental at the University of Michigan. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ Mary Frey from Kettle Lake Elementary School won the Michigan Lottery Excellence in Education award and received a $2,000 check from Lottery Commissioner Suzanna Shkreli. Her award honors her creative use of a dramatic play area that teaches basic skills (Michigan Lottery awards have contributed over $29 billion to public education since 1972). 9&10 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Kayak Bike and Brew sought approval from the City Commission at the April 21 meeting to secure a one-year extension on its city property agreement for the 2025 season. The deal would lower its daily rent by nearly 62% to $30,000 and reduce its capacity from 41,000 to 24,000 visitors while the city gathers public input on park use — a change that could affect future approvals. 9&10 News
SPORTS NEWS
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Sunday Brunch on the Farm
12-1 p.m. — Bistro Polaris at Black Star Farms — Inclusive price with beverages — Customize your brunch with a starter, entrée, and dessert while enjoying scenic farm views.
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