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Traverse City
Monday, April 27th, 2026
Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 27th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The National Cherry Festival will host Community Legacy Day on May 3 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Grand Traverse Commons to honor local first responders. Families can enjoy interactive games, a petting zoo and live entertainment while purchases support first responder initiatives. 9&10 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ MDOT work on US 31 continues through summer and will finish this fall with new turn lanes and detours that may slow access to Blue Vase Books and TCH Gear. Drivers are urged to check MDOT website for updated closure maps. UpNorthLive
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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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Traverse City Repair Cafe
10 AM – 2 PM — Traverse Area District Library — Donation-based — Bring your household items to be repaired by skilled volunteers and help reduce waste.
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Astrophysics with Radioactive Isotopes 2026
8 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Hagerty Center — Registration fees apply — Explore the role of radioactive nuclei in astrophysics at this comprehensive conference.
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