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Saturday, April 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Torchport Airpark is paving its runway to improve safety for pilots. The work transforms the airpark near Kewadin into a fly-in community with private and commercial homes, and the new runway is expected to be finished before the Memorial Day weekend fly-in event. UpNorthLive
- ➤ Today, the Evergreen Community Group hosts a Spring Fundraiser and Community Garage Sale at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 6726 Center Road, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.—a pancake breakfast is served until noon. Community members can drop off gently used items on Friday, April 25 at the drive-through donation drop-off, and unsold items will be donated to Samaritan’s Closet. Traverse City Record-Eagle
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Renowned air show performer Rob Holland died in an accident at Langley AFB on April 24 — he was scheduled to perform at the National Cherry Festival Air Show and the festival offered condolences to his family and fellow aviators. 9&10 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ World Magnetics in Traverse City launched World Magnetics Distribution by acquiring Royal Distributors, Inc.—the move improves local OEM access to sensor and switch solutions and expands the company's product catalog. 9&10 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Interlochen Public Radio launched a new daily podcast called Intermezzo—hosted by Christy L’Esperance with rotating young co-hosts—that debuted on April 21 to spark youth interest in classical music by exploring topics like humor, feelings, and the science of sound. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ The Dennos Museum Center is hosting a screening of 'Matter of Mind: My Alzheimer's' as part of its PBS Indie Lens Pop-Up series—adding a film event to its celebrated art programs in Traverse City. This event is part of the museum’s ongoing effort to offer diverse cultural experiences to the community. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ Northwestern Michigan College is hosting an annual Pow Wow today to celebrate 10 Native American graduates and honor regional tribes—open to the public from 1 to 4 p.m. under the pines near the Osterlin Building on the main campus with the Grand Entry at 2:30 p.m. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ Traverse City will host its 4th annual Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month celebration on May 13 at the Dennos Museum Center, where free light bites are served at 5 p.m. — a conversation with Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer Taro Yamasaki, moderated by Sakura Takano, begins at 6 p.m. — as local AAPI-owned restaurants participate in the event. 9&10 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Traverse City middle school robotics teams won state awards last month after competing in the Michigan Middle School VEX IQ Robotics Championship in Monroe on March 8. Team Lockdown + Wings of Woodland earned top honors with local coaches guiding each team. Traverse City Record-Eagle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Traverse City officials discussed new vote requirements for tax increment finance plans & the implementation of two voter-adopted charter amendments. City commissioners heard criticism of the draft policy on Monday and will work further on revised guidelines. Traverse City Record-Eagle
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Group Practice Boss Conference 2025
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Traverse City, MI — $399 — Elevate your practice with expert insights and networking opportunities at this two-day conference.
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Spring Art Market
10 AM - 4 PM — Dennos Museum Center — Free entry — Explore unique works by Michigan artists while enjoying springtime festivities and refreshments.
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An Evening with Taro Yamasaki
5-8 p.m. — Dennos Museum Center — Free entry — Explore powerful stories through the lens of Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist Taro Yamasaki.
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AI in the Prehistoric Great Lakes
7-9 p.m. — Dennos Museum Center — Free entry — Explore ancient Great Lakes hunting sites and meet the scientists using AI to bring the past to life.
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