Good morning, Traverse City.

Housing North announced Carolyn Fairman as its new executive director on Wednesday — she replaces former director Yarrow Brown, who left to lead Generations Ahead in February after five years with the nonprofit.

The Glen Lake Fire Department is hosting a mini golf fundraiser today at the River Club to support paramedic training.

Local residents can have fun while lending a hand to improve emergency response services.

Traverse Connect hosted an Economic Strategy Session at the Traverse City Country Club, where business leaders discussed evolving workplace expectations and new work models (58% hybrid, 36% in-person, 6% remote) to better manage teams, attract talent, and improve employee engagement.

Crews are repairing flood-damaged sections of M-119's Tunnel of Trees—causing part closures on the scenic highway today.

Motorists should use alternate routes until repairs restore normal access.

The FishPass project on the Boardman-Ottaway River is in its final construction phase, shifting focus to building public spaces (including pathways, park amenities, and an educational pavilion) to help native fish migrate and block invasive species; crews plan to complete the work by August 2027.

Residents oppose the 2023 transfer of Twin Lakes Park from Grand Traverse County to Long Lake Township, claiming that county commissioners broke an 80-year promise for keeping the 176-acre park at 6800 N.

Long Lake Road under county ownership. Local property owners and residents continue to dispute the decision.

Residents and property owners have questioned the 2023 transfer of Twin Lakes Park from Grand Traverse County to Long Lake Township (a 176-acre park at 6800 N.

Long Lake Road) during public arguments on Wednesday, saying it broke an 80-year promise to keep the park county-owned.

Munson Healthcare offers quality cancer care near home.

Its Cowell Family Cancer Center opened in April 2016 with a $5 million gift from the Casey Cowell family and now treats local patients.

Health Alliance Plan by Henry Ford Health is opening its first Traverse City office today to expand local coverage in partnership (via Wexford Physician Hospital Organization) and Munson Healthcare.

The move aims to boost employer access and improve care in the region.

Paint Grand Traverse Festival

All day — Crooked Tree Arts Center — Free entry — Celebrate the beauty of Northern Michigan through a week-long plein air painting competition featuring national artists.

Paint Grand Traverse Festival

10 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. — Crooked Tree Arts Center — Free entry — Experience the vibrant outdoor painting festival and competition in beautiful Traverse City.

Xavi Bou Artist Talk

4-5 p.m. — The Dennos — Free entry — Explore the intersection of art and science through digital chronophotography in a presentation by artist Xavi Bou.

Creative Movement Drawing Workshop with Xavi Bou

9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — The Dennos — Ages 16+ — Explore how bird flight influences drawing through movement and observation.

Summer Reception and Launch Party

7-9 p.m. — The Dennos — Members free, public admission required — Celebrate summer exhibitions while enjoying passed appetizers and a first look at the updated brand.

U.S. Coast Guard Open Ramp - Cherry Festival Edition

5-8:15 p.m. — USCG Air Station Traverse City — Free entry — Explore a variety of aircraft and meet the skilled pilots behind the controls during this unique event for families and enthusiasts.

Vertical Limit Band at Jacob's Farm

6-10 p.m. — Jacob's Farm TC — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a night of rock, blues, and funk with Vertical Limit, a talented band from Oceanside now in Traverse City.

KC and The Sunshine Band & The Spinners Concert

6-9 p.m. — National Cherry Festival — Ticket prices vary — Dance to the iconic disco and soul hits of KC and The Sunshine Band and The Spinners.

The Fray Concert

6-9 p.m. — Pepsi Bayside Music Stage — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of uplifting music with The Fray at the National Cherry Festival.

Daughtry Concert

6-9 p.m. — Pepsi Bayside Music Stage — Check local listings — Rock powerhouse Daughtry headlines the 100th National Cherry Festival with chart-topping hits spanning nearly two decades.