Sunday, June 22nd, 2025

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Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 22nd of June.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Bryan Fast, who worked in local restaurants from Harbor Shores to That’sa Pizza, opened Elberta Pizza Co with his partner—marking a dream come true as they bring fresh pizza to local customers. Their new pizzeria will serve the community with a menu built on years of restaurant experience. Traverse City Record-Eagle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Everett Howell, a Greenspire High School Class of 2025 co-valedictorian, recalls his high school days each time he sees the two linden trees in his yard — they grew strong despite challenges when the new charter school opened in 2021. His academic record includes a 4.0 GPA and early graduation. Traverse City Record-Eagle
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A severe thunderstorm hit parts of northern Michigan Saturday morning, dropping dime to quarter sized hail in Traverse City, Williamsburg and Maple City, knocking down a 50-foot tree in Cedar and causing some street flooding in Traverse City. Later Saturday through Monday, a heat dome will build — temperatures will reach the upper-80s in the north and mid-90s in the south with a heat index near 100 — before cooler weather returns Tuesday. UpNorthLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Traverse City leaders approved a design contract with planning firm Beckett and Raeder Inc. to update plans for a new pavilion at the Sara Hardy Farmers Market after more than a decade of planning—initial proposals were presented in early 2018. Traverse City Record-Eagle
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Cheap Trick Live Concert
6:00-7:30 p.m. — National Cherry Festival — Ticket details available — Experience rock and roll with the iconic Cheap Trick in Traverse City.
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Home Free Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — National Cherry Festival — Ticket info not provided — Experience the all-vocal country sounds of Home Free at this lively festival.
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Clint Weaner Live Performance
6-9 p.m. — Broomstack Kitchen and Taphouse — Check out an evening of live music and great food.
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Black Star Farms Estate & Wine Tour
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Black Star Farms Winery and Inn — Price details not provided — Explore the scenic beauty and history of the vineyard and wine cave on a guided tour.
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