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Thursday, August 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Trailblazing Tomorrow campaign launched yesterday at Stone Hound Brewing Company—TART Trails and the Northern Michigan Mountain Bike Association started a six-week crowdfunding project to fund a new grooming facility at Timber Ridge and a revitalized trailhead at Bartlett Road for the Vasa Trail System. The funds raised will support year-round trail maintenance and improved access for all users. UpNorthLive
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Walstrom Marine, a long-time northern Michigan boat dealer, purchased the Viridian Commercial Offices building in Greilickville to explore plans for a new marina on West Grand Traverse Bay—its affiliate Far Side Properties LLC is involved in the project. The purchase price was not disclosed, and the deal may lead to significant waterfront development in the area. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ On August 13, 2025, the Huntington Bank Foundation awarded a $25,000 grant to Venture North Funding and Development to boost small businesses—Huntington leaders Florian and Jennifer Rekasi visited TC Golf Carts at 707 W. Blue Star Drive and TC Floral Co at 1319 W. South Airport Road to celebrate the award. Traverse City Record-Eagle
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police are investigating a fraud case after a 71-year-old Traverse City woman reported losing $900,000 in gold bars just before noon on Monday—authorities said details are still emerging. Traverse City Record-Eagle
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Traverse City Light & Power is launching a new energy coaching program to help up to 100 residential customers lower utility bills and reduce their carbon footprint this summer—offering free home evaluations, energy-saving tips and access to incentive programs. The initiative is set to run during the high-energy use season, providing personalized guidance to improve home efficiency. Traverse City Record-Eagle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Traverse City Area Public Schools is hosting a free pop-up shop today and tomorrow at the Administration Building at the former Glen Loomis School to provide TCAPS students ages three to 20 with gently-used clothing, shoes, and school supplies by appointment—families in need can call for more details. UpNorthLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Peninsula Township officials met on August 12 to discuss asset appraisal and budget cuts as they plan how to cover a $50 million ruling that the court said was due to zoning rules that slowed winery growth—Supervisor Maura Sanders proposed selling township properties while the board continues its appeal. UpNorthLive
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Traverse City Housing Commission partnered with Bay Area Transportation Authority to launch Michigan's first transit-oriented development called The Flats at Carriage Commons—48 one- and two-bedroom units are available for lease with plans to expand to 210 units. The project provides affordable workforce housing and transit services to help people get to downtown jobs. UpNorthLive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Traverse City Pit Spitters beat the Kalamazoo Growlers 5-0 in their Northwoods league playoffs game — they scored three runs early — and will face the Green Bay Rockers Tuesday night to decide who reaches the championship. Field manager Todd Reid said the win meant a lot to local fans. 9&10 News
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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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