Good morning, Traverse City.

On Friday, Sept. 11, communities in Traverse City gathered at the Grand Traverse County 9/11 Memorial to mark the 25th anniversary of the attacks.

Law enforcement, firefighters plus residents reflected as a piece of the World Trade Center was honored with a moment of silence at 8:46.

Cherryland Humane Society opened a 9,000-square-foot expansion in Grand Traverse County on Saturday to boost care for homeless pets.

The grand opening marked a major milestone in providing a safe, modern shelter for dogs and cats.

A 70-year-old hiker named Craig Berg was rescued Saturday from Isle Royale after being found injured and hypothermic; Coast Guard Air Station Traverse City coordinated with local backpackers, Michigan State Police, and K-9 units, and he is now receiving hospital treatment.

Inspiration Point in Traverse City will soon feature improved bluffs and lookout spots that make the climb as simple as 1-2-3 for visitors to enjoy breathtaking views; local media report the upgrade is set to enhance this scenic landmark.

A Fall photo essay in Grand Traverse Scene spotlights Trout Fountain in Kalkaska, featuring a plaque that recalls a 1916 summer when Ernest Hemingway visited the area (and mentions other notable fountains like those at Cadillac Commons Park and Onekama Village Park).

A self-service flea market takes inspiration from the Finnish itsepalvelukirpputori — a style that lets locals rent tables to sell their clothes and goods.

The concept is featured in Grand Traverse Scene magazine’s Fall issue available at local hotels, visitor centers, and the Record-Eagle building.

A local magazine recommends three books for readers shifting from summer to autumn as pumpkins and spooky décor begin to appear.

Free copies of the Fall issue are available at hotels, visitor centers, and the Record-Eagle building (1764 Forest Ridge Drive).

Medicare open enrollment runs from Oct.

15 through Dec. 7, and some carriers will cancel plans, which may force seniors to choose new coverage for 2027. Seniors are urged to check their mail for notifications and contact agents for guidance (important for ensuring proper doctor and network coverage).