Good morning, Traverse City.

Community events in Northern Michigan, including gardening talks, historical tours, music concerts, and a caregiver seminar, are scheduled for late August and September.

A suspected drunken driver crashed into Omena Bay without injuries, and various community events including an author meet, jazz show, conservation projects, film festivals, a research fellowship, and the formation of a safe streets alliance are highlighted.

Ricky Woods revitalizes the traditional Anishinaabe stick sport, baagaadowewin, fostering community and cultural heritage in northern Michigan.

A Pro-Palestinian group, Mideast Just Peace, organizes screenings of documentaries critical of Israeli policies in Gaza at the Traverse Area District Library.

Jim Olson's novel, 'People of the Dune,' explores the conflict between development and the preservation of sacred land, raising questions about community and environmental values.

The Beth Shalom Synagogue in Traverse City celebrated the restoration and history of a Torah scroll saved from Nazi looting during WWII, highlighting a connection to Jewish heritage and the fight against antisemitism.

Antrim County residents and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources oppose a proposal to allow ATVs in the Jordan River Valley due to potential environmental damage.

The Grand Traverse County Republican Party schedules a public meeting to choose a new register of deeds candidate after the primary winner, Barb Lund, was disqualified due to ineligibility.

An updated app by the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan and Medical College of Wisconsin, Gigiigoo’inaan 'Our Fish', offers guidance on safe fish consumption by advising on the number of safe servings per week and providing information on mercury and PCB levels.

YMCA Classics Car Show Under the Lights

Experience an exciting annual car show fundraiser featuring live music, a 50/50 raffle, and a silent auction, all supporting community programs at the Grand Traverse Bay YMCA.

The Munga Grit Traverse City

Experience a challenging 170-mile route through picturesque trails in Michigan, including Leelanau, Sleeping Bear, and Betsie Valley, starting and ending at Black Star Farms.

Inaugural More Than Four 5.04K Run/Walk for Pediatric Cancer Awareness

Celebrate Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month while supporting families and raising awareness for disparities in pediatric cancer research funding at this community-focused run/walk event.

Music Monday Featuring John Piatek at Alexandra Inn

Experience al fresco music on Blush’s rooftop terrace with local musician John Piatek performing original songs and classics in a sunset setting.