Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of June.
Good morning, Traverse City.
The intersection of Fern Street and Boyd Avenue will be closed for asphalt surface repairs in preparation for a cape seal project until Friday, June 27th—drivers, cyclists and pedestrians should use alternate routes to avoid delays and promote worker safety.
Avelo Airlines announced the return of nonstop flights from Cherry Capital Airport to Tweed-New Haven Airport+ one-way fares start at $49.
The Antrim County Sheriff's Office is asking for public help to locate 33-year-old Kenneth MacQuarrie, a fugitive who fled a Sunday traffic stop in Bellaire after crashing a stolen vehicle into trees and escaping on foot—he is described as 5 feet 11 inches tall with brown hair and blue eyes and is wanted on charges including fleeing police, driving on a suspended license, leaving the scene of a crash, and unlawful driving away.
An investigation into possible sexual abuse at the Interlochen Center for the Arts during the late 1960s to 1970s expanded today as more former students came forward with their accounts.
National Cherry Queen Tessa Nico visited Meadow Brook Medical Care Facility in Bellaire today and spent time with residents including her great grandmother Sylvia, who is battling Alzheimer’s Dementia.
Nico said her family has always supported her dreams—giving her the strength to share this special moment with the residents before her reign ends.
Northwestern Michigan College trustees approved a 4% tuition increase for most rates for the 2025-26 school year—raising costs for students next term.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Clint Weaner Live Performance
6-9 p.m. — Broomstack Kitchen and Taphouse — Check out an evening of live music and great food.
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.
1000 Watt Prophets Live Performance
5-9 p.m. — St. Ambrose Cellars — Entrance fee may apply — Experience the soulful genre-bending sound of the power trio 1000 Watt Prophets.
Pinter Whitnick Live Performance
4-6:30 p.m. — Boathouse Vineyards — Enjoy an afternoon of live music at a scenic vineyard on the Leelanau Peninsula.
Black Star Farms Estate & Wine Tour
11 AM – 1 PM — Black Star Farms Winery and Inn — Ticketed event — Explore the scenic vineyard and learn about the history of wine-making in beautiful northern Michigan.
Grand Traverse Bay Wine Tasting Cruise
Sailing at sunset — 2 hours — Schooner Manitou — Prices vary — Experience local wines while enjoying stunning views and wildlife on Grand Traverse Bay.
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