Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 25th of June.
Good morning, Traverse City.
💼 Business
A 12-year-old operating Good Father Farms in Grand Traverse County raises non-GMO chickens on pasture using fermented feed—customers report a distinct taste.
He plans to expand his flock to 2,000 birds next year while challenging conventional farming methods.
🎭 Culture
The Crooked Tree Arts Center in Traverse City is hosting the 9th annual Grand Traverse Paints this week, a plein-air art competition where 31 artists compete for up to $16,000.
They will travel around Grand Traverse to paint local scenes and may sell their work at the end.
📰 Economy
A new survey by Networks Northwest finds that working remotely is the top work option for employees in the region.
CEO Janie McNabb presented the results last Wednesday during a Traverse Connect panel discussion.
🏛️ Government
Cherry Capital Airport and the Coast Guard will test drones at Camp Grayling (Crawford County) later this summer to improve search and rescue efforts along the Great Lakes.
Kevin Klein said the airport will coordinate with the Coast Guard to prevent conflicts between planes and drones.
City and county commissioners received eight recommendations on Monday to end homelessness in the Grand Traverse region from Northwest Michigan Coalition Director Ashley Halladay-Schmandt.
The study offers ideas for emergency shelters, safety nets and housing solutions that officials may use in planning efforts.
🏥 Health
Ten16 Recovery Network was awarded a national grant to boost opioid treatment access in rural Northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula.
Recovery Centers of Michigan will use the funds to build shared administrative services and improve care coordination among local providers.
📰 Real Estate
Condominium associations must include a reserve fund equal to at least 10% of their annual budget for major repairs, as required by Michigan law.
Homeowner associations are encouraged to set aside funds for costly repairs (such as clubhouses, parking areas, and pools) to prepare for future needs.
🏈 Sports
The Pit Spitters beat the Richmond Flying Mummies 4-1 during a home game in Traverse City.
They will play one more game locally before moving to Richmond for the final two in the series.
🎉 Traverse City Events
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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.
Justin Moore Concert
6-9 p.m. — National Cherry Festival — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy live country hits from multi-PLATINUM artist Justin Moore on the Pepsi Bayside Music Stage.
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