Good morning, Traverse City.

The Leelanau Housing Collaborative, a project of the Leelanau Peninsula Economic Foundation, is inviting residents, workers & employers to take a housing survey today.

The survey seeks to gather input on housing needs and set community priorities.

Michigan author Jeffrey Vande Zande finishes his trilogy with Coven of the Worm Moon and will host book signings and special events later in the month in Northern Michigan.

His new novel follows earlier hits Dance of the Rotten Sticks and Blood of the Witness Tree.

On Oct. 21, NWMIARTS will host a conversation on public art that brings together arts commissioners, municipal leaders and public art advocates at Petoskey (venue TBD) from 9 to 10:30 a.m. to explore how murals, installations and policy shape our community identity.

Fernstock Music Festival will debut tomorrow when Fernwood Neighborhood Association hosts its inaugural celebration in the district.

The free, family-friendly event offers live music, hotdogs and peace as it honors local culture.

Local author Susan Wasserman shared details on Good Day about her new book 'Stepping Off the Boat: Stories from North Manitou Island,' which draws on her family heritage and includes 400 historic photos and maps — a look into the region's past.

Local leaders from farms, businesses and political groups met at Bryant Park Thursday to urge stronger action on climate change amid rising temperatures affecting Great Lakes economies.

Nicholas Jansen of Groundwork said rural electric co-ops already face increased demands + stress from extreme weather.

After a Board of Health review found inefficiencies, the Health Department of Northwest Michigan announced it will take over management of nine Dental Clinics North locations in Antrim, Charlevoix, Emmet, and Otsego counties; the clinics will stay open for patients and staff.

Priority Health highlights that 62% of employees leave PTO unused, as nurse Jennifer Senita discussed the benefits of taking earned time off on Good Day.

The report urges workers to prioritize their overall well-being.

Summer heat may be linked to more drug overdoses in Northern Michigan—Priority Health nurse Jennifer Senita said July saw the highest numbers.

International Overdose Awareness Day is on Aug. 31 as a call for prevention.

TC Ultimate is inviting locals to try Ultimate Frisbee at the Great Lakes Okayest tournament, where players of every skill level can join the fun (including high school players who learned from team leader Anthony Miller).