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Traverse City
Wednesday, September 17th, 2025
Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of September.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Traverse City business Revo Lawn uses electric, solar powered equipment to cut lawns and reduce emissions—owner Jon Fiorelli, a former electrical engineer, plans to accept new clients next summer and mow a million lawns while helping neighbors in need with his Go Mow program. He aims to change lawn care and grow future leaders through his innovative approach. 9&10 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Community members will celebrate German traditions at the 13th annual TC Germanfest hosted by Trinity Lutheran Church in Traverse City on Sept 26 from 6—10 p.m. as visitors enjoy a giant strudel and traditional liederhosen to honor their heritage. Traverse City Record-Eagle
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A new freshwater research and innovation center is under construction just outside Traverse City to boost blue tech education and business incubation. The 40,000 square foot facility is a partnership by Discovery Pier + NMC that will offer labs, a technical maker space and a Marine Technology Program to help grow local job opportunities as the project nears full funding. 9&10 News
- ➤ Data released on September 16 showed that Traverse City families faced rising expenses and mixed trends in childhood poverty. The report reveals a complex economic picture for local households. Traverse City Record-Eagle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library — Grand Traverse Region warned that the state education budget could cut nearly 20% of its funds, meaning 962 children may lose free monthly books. The volunteer-run program, which reaches 4,300 kids across five counties, will have to slow registration if lawmakers do not approve the needed funds by October 1. UpNorthLive
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Viewers across Northern Michigan spotted the northern lights this month, and photos show the bright display over Iroquois Point Lighthouse and Chippewa Lake—images that capture the natural wonder. 9&10 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Traverse City Commissioners approved a grant application for Traverse Health Clinic on Monday night — if awarded, the funding will help the clinic support its medical, behavioral health and substance use disorder services, according to Mayor Amy Shamroe. 9&10 News
- ➤ Voters will soon decide on a $3-million plan to boost local parks. The project list outlines work on beach access, trails, playgrounds and benches — key improvements for park life — to show how funds may be used. Traverse City Record-Eagle
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Rigan family raised over $145,000 for child cancer research with a special 5.04k race that helped cover final costs for a clinical trial. Their run, walk, and dash will take place on Saturday, September 20 in Traverse City—raising hope for more funds to support future research. UpNorthLive
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ On September 16th, 2025, Katy transformed an old jar into a charming flower frog for holding a bouquet—she drilled precise holes in the lid with a ceramic drill bit, filled the jar with water, and arranged flowers to create a unique centerpiece. 9&10 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Traverse City Central and Traverse City West will compete on Thursday in a soccer game that benefits the Student Support Network so TCAPS students can overcome learning barriers—Central will try to end a decade-long losing streak while West aims for its 21st win. 9&10 News
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Detroit Red Wings Training Camp
8-9:30 a.m. — Centre Ice Arena — Free entry — Witness the Red Wings gear up for the season at their first Training Camp session.
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Northern Lights 5K Fun Run
8-10:30 p.m. — Munson Medical Center — Registration fees apply — Celebrate community wellness with a glowing 5K run for a great cause.
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Live Music by Jakob Abraham
Live Music by Jakob Abraham — Evening — Leelanau Wine Cellars Tasting Room — No cover charge — Savor your favorite wine while enjoying the sounds of live music by Jakob on the bay.
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YMCA Classics Under the Lights
6-9 p.m. — Turtle Creek Stadium — Free entry — Enjoy classic cars under the lights with live music and a chance to win in raffles.
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TCLEG Fall Family Fest
4:30-6:30 p.m. — Mt. Holiday — Free entry — Enjoy family-friendly activities and support a local clinic in a beautiful outdoor setting.
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Live Music Sundays at Suttons Bay Ciders
5:30-8 p.m. — Suttons Bay Ciders — Enjoy local talent — Relax with cider while listening to the melodic sounds of Chris Smith.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.
~ Jesus
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