Good morning, Traverse City.

Grand Traverse County Animal Control captured a 5- to 6-foot Colombian constrictor near Strait and Cedar Run roads Monday and took it to a vet for a check before reuniting it with its owner, who came forward after seeing a posted alert.

Mama Lu’s stays open after its owners reversed plans to rebrand to Happy Cat, and they announced the new concept will debut at 108 S.

Union this fall & offer both dining options for locals.

All 11 county MSU Extension millages passed in the August election across northern Michigan, ensuring 4-H programs continue to offer farming, canning, and skill-building classes for local youth - furthering community education and support.

The TCAPS school board is looking for a new member as they invite candidates 18 and older with at least 30 days of residency to apply.

Applicants must submit a packet with a letter, resume, contact information, and questionnaire by 5 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19 — applications can be delivered by email, mail, or in person at the TCAPS Administration Building.

The DNR is proposing to close Cathead Bay Beach to dogs from April 15 to Aug.

31 at Leelanau State Park to protect endangered Great Lakes piping plovers. The proposal will be reviewed at the Natural Resources Commission meeting on Sept. 9 (seeking uniform enforcement).

The Army Corps of Engineers approved a federal permit for Enbridge’s plan to build a four mile tunnel under the Straits yesterday, moving the Line 5 project forward while tribal leaders criticized the review.

The project faces additional regulatory steps as Michigan ordered further analysis of its environmental impact.

Michigan has enacted a new Silver Alert law for missing seniors after families (including the family of 70-year-old David Moffett who vanished in Emmet County in late September 2023) pushed for the change.

The law will allow state police to issue statewide emergency alerts when seniors are believed to be in danger.

Traverse City St. Francis will begin its football season as an independent team on Aug.

27 against Elk Rapids, facing a challenging slate that includes recent state champions. The Gladiators aim to rebuild their winning tradition following recent postseason setbacks.

Joe Bonamassa and Gov’t Mule Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Interlochen Center for the Arts — Sold Out — Experience an electrifying night of blues rock with two legendary acts taking the stage.