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Traverse City
Thursday, May 14th, 2026
Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Hip hop star Ludacris will close the final night of the National Cherry Festival with a concert on Saturday, July 11 at the Pepsi Bayside Music Stage. Ticket sales begin tomorrow, May 15, with prices starting at $68. Traverse City Record-Eagle
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ New data from Traverse Connect shows that in the past five years, private jobs in Grand Traverse County increased by more than 12,700 (a 25% rise) and population grew by 5.6% far above the state average. Projections expect more growth through 2035 as county officials assess housing and infrastructure readiness. 9&10 News
- ➤ Northern Michigan's jobless rate in the Traverse City area was 4.6% in March — slightly lower than February’s 4.7% and down from 5.5% last March. Traverse City Record-Eagle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Traverse City Coast Guard Auxiliary offers an 8-hour boater safety course for participants aged 12 and above to earn a certificate and learn navigation skills. Ticket sales for the May 16 session have closed, and a June course will soon open for registration (coaches stress the life jacket requirement). UpNorthLive
- ➤ Traverse City Area Public Schools was selected as a 2026 Education Excellence Award Winner as SET SEG Foundation awarded a $2,500 grant for its free Student Support Network program (helping students overcome learning obstacles). Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ Traverse City Area Public Schools Board of Education approved $59,398 for the Gone Boarding program, a project-based curriculum that uses skateboards + longboards, surfboards, and snowboards for high schoolers. The program will soon bring action sports into the classroom. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ The Traverse City Area Public Schools Board of Education approved a resolution on Monday to raise awareness and empower teen parents by implementing strategies to prevent teen pregnancy + help them overcome education challenges. The move aims to support their efforts to build a stable future. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ Traverse City Area Public Schools achieved full Michigan Green Schools certification for the 2025-2026 school year. Every building earned an environmental stewardship designation, making TCAPS one of only two districts to reach this milestone. 9&10 News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Registration is open for the 2-mile Swim for Grand Traverse Bay on Aug. 8, from Greilickville Harbor Park to Volleyball Beach to benefit Watershed Center Grand Traverse Bay & water protection. An open house is set for May 20 from 4-6 p.m. at Discovery Pier aboard the tall ship Manitou. 9&10 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials say flood damage from last month has exceeded $15 million and could climb to $19.5 million to trigger a federal emergency declaration. County crews have registered over 200 repair sites & state & FEMA teams are arriving today to assess 30 to 40 homes with no injuries reported. 9&10 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Munson Healthcare earned A grades from the Leapfrog Group for quality and safety at Munson Medical Center and its hospitals, as announced May 6 — this achievement places it in Michigan’s top quartile and adds to the Healthcare Team Week celebration. Local staff are recognized for their care. Traverse City Record-Eagle
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Brick & Corbett expanded into Torch Lake on Wednesday, May 13; the top-selling team in the Northern Great Lakes now offers its full-service real estate model with staging, professional photography, 3D tours and custom websites for local home sales. 9&10 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Boyne Mountain Resort's Victor run remains open for skiing on Memorial Day weekend (sessions run Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.) and may set a new record if skiing continues until May 23. UpNorthLive
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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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GTAGS Monthly Genealogy Program
1-3 p.m. — Traverse Area District Library, McGuire Room — Free entry — Explore your ancestry at this engaging genealogy program open to everyone.
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Butterflies & Brews Fundraiser
3-7 p.m. — Right Brain Brewery — $40 ($20 for under 17) — Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon featuring a butterfly release, silent auction, and kids' crafts supporting butterfly conservation.
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Interlochen Summer Job Fair
1-5 p.m. — Traverse Area District Library — Free entry — Explore summer job opportunities in a variety of camp roles at this local job fair.
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Traverse City Spring Art & Craft Show
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Open Space Park — Free entry — Dive into the heart of summer with local and regional artists showcasing stunning works.
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Traverse City Spring Art & Craft Show
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Open Space Park, Traverse City, MI — Free entry — Celebrate summer creativity with stunning local art and live entertainment at this vibrant outdoor show.
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Grand Traverse AKC All-Breed Dog Show
June 12-14 — Northwestern Michigan Fairgrounds — Entry fee varies — Experience a weekend of all-breed dog shows including Best Veteran and Best Puppy competitions.
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Howie Mandel Live Performance
Time TBD — Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of laughter with the iconic comedian and television personality Howie Mandel.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The more complete the despair, the more complete the awakening.
~ Carl Jung
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