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Traverse City
Wednesday, October 15th, 2025
Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 15th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A recent non-profit report found that Leelanau County faces a gap of over 2,000 housing units, forcing local firefighters to live far from work as rising home prices and high rental costs push them out. Glen Lake Fire Chief Bryan Ferguson warned that the expensive housing market limits new recruitment and leaves many staff living 10–15 miles away or more—reducing their ability to respond quickly. UpNorthLive
- ➤ Yesterday, the twice-yearly Mid-Michigan Honor Flight left Cherry Capital Airport with 76 veterans and their guardians for Washington, D.C. to visit memorials—organizers revised the itinerary due to a federal shutdown and they will return Wednesday night with a welcome home ceremony. UpNorthLive
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Cooks’ House in Traverse City celebrated 17 years of serving quality meals by living up to its motto — 'you’re only as good as the last dinner that you cooked' — and it continues to thrive in the local food scene. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ A Cadillac-based retailer called Serendipity announced plans to open a new store downtown with a grand opening set for Nov. 1—job openings for team leads and store workers were posted. The company will bring its range—clothes, gifts, and other items—to Traverse City soon. 9&10 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Northwestern Michigan College is hosting a public input session today from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the Innovation Center on campus — locals can share ideas for the new three-year strategic plan. Feedback will shape the plan's goals — suggestions will guide the college's future direction. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ Traverse City Area Public Schools revised its attendance policy so that a student missing 10 days triggers a parent notification and more than 20 absences lead to an attendance officer investigation (the TCAPS Board approved the change unanimously last night). UpNorthLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A section of the Boardman Lake Loop Trail in Hull Park will close today at the pedestrian bridge for a materials delivery and will close again from Oct. 22 to Oct. 28 for roof work at the boathouse as city officials prepare for a new solar project. Officials warn that dust, noise and traffic disruptions may occur and advise using alternate routes. 9&10 News
- ➤ The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services invites Peninsula Township and Traverse City residents to join the MiChEM program — which collects blood and urine samples to test for chemicals like lead and PFAS — with invitations coming soon. The program will run from October 14 to 16 — appointments are available on a first-come, first-served basis — and one adult per household will be selected. UpNorthLive
- ➤ The City of Traverse City is doing annual maintenance at its Wastewater Treatment Plant until Oct. 24 — residents may notice a temporary rise in odor during the work. The cleaning and inspection of the aeration basins is essential to keep the plant operating safely and efficiently. 9&10 News
- ➤ Pedestrians and bicyclists in Traverse City face a temporary closure on the Boardman Lake Loop Trail today from the Hull Park pedestrian bridge to the restroom as workers deliver materials for roof replacement at the Hull Park Boathouse—further closures for roof installation will run from October 22 through October 28, weather permitting. This work is part of the city’s solar panel project funded by a $1,685,479 grant. UpNorthLive
- ➤ Traverse City’s Rotary Square final design will be presented at the Downtown Development Authority Board meeting on Friday, October 17 at 9:00 a.m.—the design reflects over 1,000 points of public input collected through surveys and events, and it will appear on the DDA website after the meeting. 9&10 News
- ➤ Motorists, bicyclists and pedestrians in Traverse City will face a south lane closure on the 600 block of W. Fourteenth Street between S. Division and Maple from Oct. 16 until Oct. 20 due to work (weather-dependent) near the Division Street intersection, while access to local businesses, parking lots and residences remains open. 9&10 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Michigan Departments of Agriculture and Rural Development and Health and Human Services urge consumers to check their freezers because recalled shrimp products sold in Michigan may contain Cesium-137 — a radioactive substance that increases cancer risk with long-term exposure; affected shrimp should be disposed of or returned for a refund as the federal investigation continues. 9&10 News
- ➤ Grand Traverse County Health Department is urging residents to get their flu shot for the 2025-2026 season at the LaFranier campus—appointments are now available as the flu season begins. Traverse City Record-Eagle
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NMC Concert Band Jazz Standards Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Milliken Auditorium — Adults: $15, Seniors/Students: $10 — Experience a delightful evening with the NMC Concert Band performing timeless Jazz standards.
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Mitch Albom Book Signing and Discussion
7 p.m. — City Opera House — Ticket includes a copy of Twice — Engage with Mitch Albom as he explores love and second chances in his latest novel.
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Traverse City Zombie Run
9 AM – 12 PM — Right Brain Brewery — $30 Adults, $25 Students — A spooky 5K run/walk filled with zombies and fun festivities awaits.
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NMC's Chamber Singers & Grand Traverse Chorale Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Milliken Auditorium — $15 Adults, $10 Seniors/Students — Experience a captivating night of choral music featuring Randall Thompson's 'Frostiana' and empowering compositions.
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Young Chefs Dinner
8:00-10:30 p.m. — The Cooks’ House — Ticketed event — Celebrate the culinary talents of young chefs from Traverse City with an evening of fine dining.
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Toast The Season - Weekend 1
11 AM – 5 PM — Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trail — $75/person — Celebrate the holiday season with curated wine pairing and festive gifts at Northern Michigan's beloved event.
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Bell's Iceman Cometh Challenge
8:45 a.m. — Kalkaska Airport to Timber Ridge — Registration required — Conquer the rugged 30-mile race through the scenic landscapes of Michigan.
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