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Traverse City
Thursday, November 13th, 2025
Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 13th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bill Sweet of Sweet’s Bar and Grill was named Veteran of the Year by the Grand Traverse Area Veterans Coalition for his 116-mile walk in May that raised awareness for veterans at Reining Liberty Ranch, showing his commitment to fellow servicemembers. Marilyn Dear was also recognized as Veterans Supporter of the Year for her ongoing local advocacy. UpNorthLive
- ➤ Arthur Watt, a decorated veteran who worked as a plant manager in aerospace after World War II, wrote a letter to his grandchildren that shares his experiences and sense of duty—his family approved sharing the letter with the community in honor of Veterans Day. Traverse City Record-Eagle
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Traverse City Light and Power will switch to time-of-use billing next month, which means higher rates when demand is up and lower rates during off-peak hours to support cleaner energy. The utility is hosting open houses today at its Service Center with sessions (noon to 1 p.m., 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.) to explain the new rate plan. UpNorthLive
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The northern lights lit the sky Wednesday night as intense solar eruptions reached Earth — cloud cover in northern Michigan made the display hard to see locally. Astronomy professor Jerry Dobek explained the phenomenon, part of the sun’s 11-year cycle, could cause satellite and cell phone interference in the coming days. UpNorthLive
- ➤ Little Traverse Conservancy is working to protect farmland in five counties in northern Michigan, including farms in Harbor Springs and Petoskey, and is partnering with local governments to secure conservation easements for farmers. The group also offers free nature programs for students and helped clear roads after a March ice storm — showing its ongoing commitment to keeping the land safe and open for public use. UpNorthLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ In Northern Michigan, Rep. Prestin has proposed a bill to allow paramedics on basic life support units to give restricted advanced life support—aiming to reduce long emergency transport times in rural areas. The measure is expected to let crews use full skills in emergencies and may help improve patient care. UpNorthLive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Traverse Bay Children’s Advocacy Center reports it is expanding its trauma services by using over 67 percent of its American Rescue Plan Act award and a $700,000 county grant from December 2022—efforts that will improve support for children and families across northwestern Michigan. Traverse City Record-Eagle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Traverse City Central defeated Cadillac 25-21, 25-12, 21-25 and 27-25 in Tuesday’s Division 1 volleyball regional semifinal at Mount Pleasant, winning two out of three matches against the Vikings. The Trojans now aim for a second regional title. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ The Traverse Area Alliance Girls Rugby team finished third in the state championships this weekend—coming off a perfect 10-0 regular season as the top seed in the playoffs. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ Traverse City Christian volleyball fell behind 2-1 but won two sets against Bellaire and advanced to the regional final happening today at 6 p.m. in Onekama, hosted by Buckley — a small craft advisory is in effect until 7 p.m. with gusts up to 30 kts and waves around 7 feet affecting Grand Traverse Bay. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ Traverse City St. Francis beat Johannesburg-Lewiston 25 to 16, 25 to 9, and 25 to 18 in a Charlevoix semifinal and will head north for today's regional volleyball finals in Battle Creek—this win secured their spot in the tournament. Traverse City Record-Eagle
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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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Traverse City Turkey Trot
8:45 a.m. — St. Francis High School — Kids under 3 free — Celebrate Thanksgiving with the 18th Annual Turkey Trot featuring a fun 5K run/walk and 5-mile race.
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2025 Mac & Cheese Bake-Off
10 AM – 5 PM — Old Mission Peninsula Wine Trail — Ticket sales begin October 1st — Experience the ultimate pairing of seasonal wines with inventive Mac & Cheese dishes from top chefs.
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Dennos Brand Refresh Presentation and Q&A
2-3 p.m. — Dennos Museum Center — Free entry — Community members gather to learn about the Dennos brand updates and engage in a Q&A session.
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Visible Mending Workshop
1-3 p.m. — Dennos Museum Center — Materials provided — Learn creative sewing techniques while mending garments or making soft-sculptures from scrap fabric.
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Make Your Own Fresh Holiday Wreath
10 AM – 12 PM — The Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park — Tickets limited — Create a handcrafted wreath using fresh evergreens and natural accents to celebrate the holiday season.
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Men's Night Shopping Event
5-9 p.m. — Downtown Traverse City Association — Free entry — A festive shopping night dedicated to men with exclusive holiday deals and surprises.
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The Bergamot - A South Shore Christmas
7:30-10:30 p.m. — City Opera House — Cost info not provided — Experience soaring harmonies and heartwarming stories at this beloved Christmas tradition.
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