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Wednesday, June 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 61-year-old bicyclist from Hobart, Indiana was found unresponsive on Bunker Hill Road Saturday morning and efforts to resuscitate him failed—the Antrim County Sheriff's Office reported no evidence of a crash just before 10:30 a.m. Traverse City Record-Eagle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local artists with disabilities will show creative work at an art exhibit tomorrow from 10 a.m. to noon at Lake Michigan Credit Union US 31 branch in Traverse City+ the show is part of the Art Able Connections program. The event is a partnership between Grand Traverse Industries and the Crooked Tree Arts Center and is free and open to the public+ attendees can meet the artists. 9&10 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Traverse City Area Public Schools leaders met Monday & chose five strategic plan goals to guide academic performance, staff support for behavior issues & bullying, child well-being and safety, staff retention & recruitment, and the expansion of post-secondary options over the next three years. Traverse City Record-Eagle
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Michigan State University Extension is hosting a free webinar series to inform locals about PFAS contamination concerns in Wexford County. The sessions begin on July 1 at 12 p.m. and continue on July 8, 15, 22, and 29 + registrants can submit questions in advance and receive recordings if they miss a live session. UpNorthLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Artificial intelligence will be added to the Grand Traverse County 911 call center pending county board approval today. Central Dispatch plans to sign a three-year contract with Aurelian AI that will use a call taking system to direct non-emergency calls—helping route them to the correct department. Traverse City Record-Eagle
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Joe Santangelo of Munson Healthcare advises residents to limit indoor heat by reducing activities like baking and keeping lights low while using cool showers, fans, and thin blankets at night to avoid overheating. Local Tyler Cole stays cool outside — he does not like AC and watches for signs like red skin and dizziness as a signal to come indoors. 9&10 News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Smoke and Porter Public House in Traverse City marks its 10-year anniversary this summer — the restaurant offers menu items with hints of barbecue using a wood-fired grill and smoker to craft unique flavors. It also serves special cocktails to complement the dishes. 9&10 News
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Wine & Chocolate Tasting Workshop
11 AM – 1 PM — Black Star Farms Winery and Inn — $ — Indulge in a delightful pairing of wine and chocolate at this picturesque winery event.
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Bayside Beach Volleyball Tournament
Games from Jun 28 to Jul 1 — Traverse City Beach — Registration fees apply — Join local players for fun and competitive beach volleyball on Michigan's scenic shores.
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