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Traverse City
Sunday, June 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Team Elmer’s and the Traverse City Water/Wastewater Maintenance Division will begin replacing private galvanized water lines on Monday, June 16 on the 700 and 800 blocks of Sixth Street and the 100 and 200 blocks of S. Spruce Street. Work will cause sidewalk and intermittent street closures — residents are advised to plan alternate routes. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ The Grand Traverse Kennel Club kicked off its annual Cherry Capital Classic dog show Friday at the Northwestern Michigan Fairgrounds. The weekend-long event features competitions in confirmation — rally and obedience. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ Local residents and nonprofit organizations formed the Grand Traverse Safe Streets Alliance to push for safer transportation corridors for pedestrians, cyclists and drivers in our region; the coalition includes TART Trails+ Cherry Capital Cycling Club+ Groundwork Center for Resilient Communities+ Norte Youth Cycling+ Disability Network Northern Michigan and will continue working with locals to plan better streets. Traverse City Record-Eagle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Andrea Lipuma Brown of Traverse City shared that family and food have always been at the heart of her life—her Sicilian immigrant grandparents built a multi-state produce business in Detroit and passed down cherished recipes that she now documents in her chronicle, Our Italian Table. Traverse City Record-Eagle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Kostadinos Tsoukalas from Traverse City Central High School, who graduated earlier this month, plans to attend the U.S. Military Academy at West Point; he began attending local schools after his family moved from Greenville and chose the academy during his junior year. Traverse City Record-Eagle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mexican Consul General Roberto Nicholas Vazquez told Traverse City residents that the Mexican people are their partners—not enemies—and said his message of hope comes as trade ties between Mexico and Michigan strengthen. He noted that trade between the two reached nearly $84 billion in 2024—more than the total trade between the U.S. and Brazil—and underlined the growing economic bond. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ Cherryland Electric Cooperative members re-elected incumbent board members Dean Adams and Melinda Lautner to serve a three-year term, with Adams receiving 2,471 votes and Lautner 2,359 votes—challengers James Dyer and Brian Fenlon received fewer votes. Traverse City Record-Eagle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Traverse City St. Francis baseball team won the state championship on June 14th in a decisive game — the achievement marks a proud moment for the school and local fans. 9&10 News
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Black Star Farms Estate & Wine Tour
11 AM – 1 PM — Black Star Farms Winery and Inn — Cost info not provided — Experience a guided tour featuring stunning vineyards, historic barns, and the unique wine cave.
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Paint Grand Traverse 2025
10 AM – 8 PM — Crooked Tree Arts Center - Traverse City — Check event details for entry cost — Celebrate art in nature at this annual plein air painting festival.
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Ladies Night Dance Party with 1Wave DJs
9 PM - 2 AM — Union Street Station — Entry not specified — Dance the night away with great music and vibrant energy at this exciting weekly event.
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Gary Clark Jr Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Kresge Auditorium — Tickets Starting At $35 — Experience the thunderous blues and diverse sounds of Grammy-winning artist Gary Clark Jr.
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TCTC Community Run
8:30 – 9:30 a.m. — Mission Proper — Free entry — Gather for a friendly run with warm-ups and welcome participants of all paces and distances.
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Sunday Brunch on the Farm
11 AM – 12 PM — Bistro Polaris at Black Star Farms — Complimentary beverages included — Customize a delicious brunch experience with a choice of starter, entrée, and dessert.
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Black Star Farms Estate & Wine Tour
11 AM – 1 PM — Black Star Farms Winery and Inn — Check for ticket prices — Explore the beautiful grounds, including a vineyard and wine cave, on this guided tour.
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Luke Woltanski Live Performance
5:30-11:30 p.m. — Broomstack Kitchen and Taphouse — Free entry — Experience Luke's unique melodies reflecting life in Northern Michigan.
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Luke Woltanski Solo Performance
6 PM – 12 AM — Traverse City Whiskey Co. Stillhouse — Check for ticket info — Experience the unique sounds and stories of Northern Michigan through Luke's music.
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In Conversation With Matthew Shlian
3-5 PM — Dennos Museum Center — Free entry — Engage with artist Matthew Shlian as he shares insights into his artistic process followed by a gallery exploration of his works.
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