Tuesday, August 12th, 2025

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Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park launched its new Children’s Sensory Garden — built with help from the Friendly Garden Club and other local volunteers over four years — to let kids explore nature with all five senses while it remains open every day from dawn to dusk. UpNorthLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Grand Traverse County will distribute between $25,000 and $100,000 to area service organizations from $500K in marijuana revenue for 2025, and applications will open in September. The county plans to support its strategic goals—such as sustainable growth and addressing community needs—by awarding grants to nonprofits, churches, educational institutions and economic development groups. 9&10 News
- ➤ Residents planning summer projects are advised to call Miss Dig three days before starting any digging to avoid hitting underground utility lines—water, gas, or electric. Crews will mark these lines when notified and homeowners can dial 8-1-1 to receive this safety service. 9&10 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The 77th Annual Top O' Michigan Outboard Marathon ended Sunday after 97 racers covered an 80-mile course over three rivers and lakes in two days. Racer Luke Bosker hit a turtle on a left turn that badly damaged his boat + he was rescued after an hour and a half in thick muck, then raced on a backup boat to finish first on Sunday and third overall. UpNorthLive
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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