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Friday, August 30th, 2024
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Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Peninsula Township approves plans and contracts for an estimated $8 million new fire station to replace the outdated Station 1, with community input welcome on the project possibly funded by tax increases. Traverse City Record-Eagle
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Grand Traverse County commissioner, Brad Jewett, 54, faces charges for engaging a prostitute and using a computer for the crime, with arraignment set for Sept. 3. Traverse City Record-Eagle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Traverse Area District Library introduced 18 Michigan musicians for its TADL Waves streaming service, selected from over 40 applicants. 9&10 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ NMC Board of Trustees withdraws proposals for Benzie County to join its district due to an inability to expand the board, impacting local access to more affordable education. 9&10 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The planned U.S. Senate debate in Traverse City between Elissa Slotkin and Mike Rogers is at risk as neither candidate has committed to the event, impacting local efforts to include Northern Michigan in the electoral dialogue. Traverse City Record-Eagle
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Cowell Family Cancer Center received the Innovator Award for its groundbreaking T-Cell therapy program, enhancing local cancer care. Traverse City Record-Eagle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The schedule for various sports broadcasts on TV on August 29, 2024, covers college football, golf, MLB baseball, paralympics, rugby, soccer, and tennis, alongside local sports events. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ Local high schools showcased their athletic talents with Traverse City senior Betsy Skendzel and Sault Ste. Marie's Gabe Litzner leading their respective divisions at the East Jordan Invitational, highlighting a competitive cross country event. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ Traverse City St. Francis soccer team achieves a 6-0 record with a 6-1 win over Glen Lake, continuing their undefeated streak. Traverse City Record-Eagle
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YMCA Classics Car Show Under the Lights
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The Munga Grit Traverse City
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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.
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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.
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Fall 2024 Opening Reception at Dennos Museum Center
Celebrate the arrival of fall with an evening of desserts, drinks, and music while exploring new art exhibitions at the Dennos Museum Center.
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Erin Zindle & The Ragbirds Live at The Alluvion
Experience the genre-bending folk-rock sounds of Erin Zindle & The Ragbirds in an intimate, seated setting at The Alluvion.
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