Sunday, July 13th, 2025

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Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 13th of July.
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Grand Traverse County Health Department officials advise swimmers to avoid Sunset Park beach because of elevated E. coli levels and will resample the water on July 16 with results released the next day — the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy has issued an Air Quality Alert for today until noon Monday due to wildfire smoke. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ The Grand Traverse Mental Health Crisis and Access Center now serves the community 24 hours a day, seven days a week after opening in early January in Traverse City & local advocates say it meets a vital need for mental health support in the region. Traverse City Record-Eagle
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Local chef educator Nancy Krcek Allen advises busy summer cooks to use fresh produce from farmers’ markets to mix and match simple meal pieces like salads, quick tacos, and Buddha bowls—letting them spend more time by the lake and beach. Traverse City Record-Eagle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today, a champion cherry pit spitter in Traverse City practices during the off-season to keep his record (over 20 years) intact while preparing for upcoming contests. Traverse City Record-Eagle
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The Infamous Stringdusters & Leftover Salmon Concert
7-9 p.m. — Interlochen Center for the Arts — Tickets starting at $35 — Experience an evening of innovative bluegrass and jamgrass music from acclaimed artists.
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Summer Solar Workshop Series: Create a Solar Exploration Kit
2-4 p.m. — Traverse Area District Library — Free entry — Engage in a creative solar exploration workshop making art with sunlight and science.
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The Daylites Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — The Little Fleet — Free entry — High energy original music and rockin’ cover band from Traverse City, Michigan.
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Bachman Turner Overdrive and The Marshall Tucker Band Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Kresge Auditorium — Sold out — Relive the ‘70s with classics from rock legends Bachman-Turner Overdrive and The Marshall Tucker Band.
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Nations Cup Show Jumping Event
1-7 p.m. — Flintfields Horse Park — General admission proceeds support local nonprofits — Experience thrilling equestrian competition and enjoy tasty food and boutique shopping.
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Industry Lunch - Traverse City
12-2 p.m. — NOBO RIVERSIDE — Cost not specified — Connect with local industry professionals over lunch and foster collaboration.
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Great Lakes Cancer Foundation 5K
9 AM – 12 PM — Eastern Elementary School — Entry fee required — Support cancer access while enjoying a scenic 5K run in Traverse City.
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Glenn Miller Orchestra Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — City Opera House — Ticketed event — Experience the timeless swing classics with the legendary Glenn Miller Orchestra.
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Clint Weaner Performance
6-9 p.m. — Broomstack Kitchen and Taphouse — Cost not listed — Enjoy an evening of music in a welcoming venue.
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Boats on the Boardwalk Boat Show
9 a.m. — Traverse City, MI — Entry fee may apply — Experience the charm of vintage boats along the scenic Boardman River at the 38th annual showcase.
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