Good morning, Traverse City.

Matthew Byers, a Navy veteran and long-time hospitality worker, was stabbed while helping at a Walmart in Garfield Township on July 26 and is recovering at Munson Medical Center—local friends have planned a fundraiser on Sunday, August 17 at Cherryland VFW Hall with a silent auction, raffle and spaghetti dinner to support his recovery.

Bradford Gille, accused of stabbing 11 people at a Grand Traverse County Walmart and charged with terrorism and attempted murder, was ordered to receive 180 days of mental health treatment including hospital care and medication after his virtual court hearing on Friday—his bond remains set at $1 million.

A mural steeped in history and hope is rising in the narthex of Traverse City Presbyterian Church and calls for collective reflection and responsibility.

The artwork measures over 9 feet tall — 31 feet wide and comes from the church’s growing partnership with the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians to honor its Land Acknowledgement and Commitment to Care.

Old Town Playhouse is launching its 65th anniversary season as it marks over six decades since it opened in April 1960 with the play 'You Can’t Take It With You' — the sapphire theme symbolizing its enduring strength in the community.

Traverse City unveiled the 'Eagletown' mural Tuesday to honor the late Catherine Baldwin and George Yannott Sr.—local artist Richard 'Rik' Yannott created it to celebrate his family heritage and the region’s natural beauty, installing it along the Boardman Lake Loop near the GT Profile building at the NMC University Center trail access.

The Traverse City Planning Commission is reviewing a proposal from Great Lakes Capital for a four-story boutique hotel with 137 rooms at 124 W.

Front St.—The plan includes a restaurant, café, bar, outdoor patio and underground parking, and it gained unanimous support from the city design team after review in late July.

Tonight, the Pit Spitters finish their regular season with a two-game series against the Royal Oak Leprechauns after clinching both division titles with a 6 to 5 win over the Rockford Rivets.

They locked home field advantage for the first playoff round with game one set at 7:05 p.m. Monday on the road, and upcoming results will decide if they face Royal Oak or Kalamazoo & the postseason moves forward.

Luke Woltanski Live Performance

5:30-11:30 p.m. — Broomstack Kitchen and Taphouse — Free entry — Enjoy a night of original songs and stories inspired by Northern Michigan life.

Red Drive Concert Series - TC Knuckleheads

10 PM - 12 AM — The Village at Grand Traverse Commons — Grab food and drinks — Experience high-energy live music from talented local musicians.

Brit Floyd - Pink Floyd Tribute

7:30-9 p.m. — Kresge Auditorium — Tickets Starting At $38 — Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Pink Floyd’s album with a spectacular tribute show featuring iconic songs and a stunning production.

Drop-In and Draw Session

4-6 p.m. — Dennos Museum Center — Admission fee required — Explore your creativity with Plein Air Painters and engage with art in a communal setting.

An Evening with Antoni Porowski

7-8 p.m. — City Opera House — Tickets available — Join Antoni Porowski for a delightful evening exploring the joys of cooking and culinary creativity.

Parkinson Hero Walk

9-10 a.m. — Grand Traverse County Civic Center — Free entry — A heartwarming pledge walk to support heroes living with Parkinson’s disease.

Cedar Polka Fest Cornhole Tournament

1-4 p.m. — 3200 Sullivan St, Cedar, MI — Cash prizes for top teams — Compete in a fun and community-focused cornhole tournament.

Tall Ship Manitou: Evening Sail Adventure

2 hours — Grand Traverse Bay — From $73 — Experience hands-on sailing and stunning views on a majestic tall ship.

140th Anniversary Celebration — Beth Shalom

5:30-9 p.m. — Hagerty Center At Northwestern Michigan College — Ticket purchase required — Celebrate community with art exhibits, dinner, and socializing.