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Thursday, July 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The East Bay Corners Farmers Market runs every Thursday from 2 to 6 p.m. until Oct.2 at the East Bay Township Hall — it will add an open mic night on Aug.14 from 4 to 6 p.m. and launch a weekly Power of Produce program for children ages 5 to 13, where participants get coupons to shop at the market. 9&10 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Traverse City start-up 20Fathoms received $1.6 million from the state’s Michigan Innovation Fund — part of a $60 million award given to eight recipients to support new business efforts. The boost will help local entrepreneurs launch and expand their ventures. Traverse City Record-Eagle
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Community Energy Solutions launches a sustainability tour today at the Interlochen Center for the Arts Botanical Lab and Greenhouse—teaching locals about interconnected food, energy, and water systems during a series of free events across the state over the next week. UpNorthLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Michigan DNR will auction 126 surplus land parcels online in August and September to boost public recreation and conservation. The schedule starts on August 1 in Kent and Oceana counties (with Grand Traverse county bidding on August 4) and proceeds will fund replacement properties more suited to the agency’s mission. UpNorthLive
- ➤ Grand Traverse Industries — a local program that offers jobs to people with developmental disabilities — faces a threat to about 40 Mancelona jobs and others in Traverse City as a new MDHHS rule forces a shift to community-based services that may cut current funding. Executive director Cindy Evans is urging local legislators and mental health agencies to act before the 12-month deadline takes effect. UpNorthLive
SHOP NEWS
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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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Suttons Bay Art Festival
10 AM – 5 PM — Suttons Bay Marina — Free entry — Celebrate creativity with 100 artists, food vendors, and activities for families at this vibrant art fair by the marina.
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