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Traverse City
Saturday, October 25th, 2025
Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 25th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Northwestern Michigan College’s BUS 231 class hosts a Spooky Glow Skate today from 6-8 p.m. at Howe Ice Arena in the Grand Traverse County Civic Center to support the Thanks-for-Giving project—participants pay $10 with a $5 skate rental and will enjoy costume prizes and a bake sale, while food donations are accepted through Nov. 18. Traverse City Record-Eagle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Gemini Moon, an indie-pop/rock duo from northern Michigan, will perform at Old Mission Distilling in Traverse City on Nov. 1 — showing their appreciation for local music fans. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ A cornfield maze featuring the Grateful Dead’s iconic Steal Your Face logo has been carved in a local field to honor the legendary band—creating a unique fall attraction for visitors. Local fans are set to experience the tribute as the season continues. Traverse City Record-Eagle
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Data from the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity shows the disability employment gap is narrowing as 32% of disabled people in Michigan are working, compared to just over 22% nationally during National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Local resources in Northern Michigan help disabled workers navigate benefit challenges and access new work incentives + support from groups like the Disability Network of Northern Michigan is growing. 9&10 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The outside northbound lane of Garfield Avenue south of Carver Street will close for repairs starting at 7:30 a.m. Oct 27 and will reopen by the end of Oct 28 — signage will be in place and access to homes and businesses will be maintained while motorists, bicyclists and pedestrians use alternate routes. 9&10 News
- ➤ The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said SNAP benefits for November will be paused due to a federal funding lapse & the delay is set to affect 1.4 million Michiganders who rely on the program for food assistance. 9&10 News
- ➤ Drivers in Traverse City and Elmwood Township must expect a detour on Monday, October 27 as crews complete paving at the M-72 and M-22 intersection. MDOT began work on October 20 but paused due to rain—officials say the project will finish safely despite potential short delays. UpNorthLive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Two LaCourse brothers will play on opposing teams in the TC rivalry game today, marking a rare split in family loyalties. The contest will take place under rainy conditions with a forecast low of 33F + the weather may affect play as the game unfolds. Traverse City Record-Eagle
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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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Joe Hill: King Sorrow Book Talk
7-8:30 p.m. — City Opera House — Ticket with book purchase — Engage in a chilling conversation about Joe Hill's latest novel, King Sorrow, followed by a Q&A and signing.
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Nathan Graham and Noah Guthrie Concert
7:00 – 8:30 p.m. — City Opera House — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of soulful Americana music with two rising stars in the genre.
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Traverse City Light Parade
5:30-9 p.m. — Downtown Traverse City Association — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday season with Santa’s arrival, a tree lighting, and a vibrant light parade down Front Street.
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