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Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of November.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Biehl's turkey farm in Mancelona, with a family tradition spanning decades, prepares over 3,000 turkeys for Thanksgiving, emphasizing the health and natural quality of their birds without antibiotics or GMOs.  9&10 News
  • Manistee County Community Foundation invites high school students to join its Youth Advisory Council, Samaritan's Purse prepares for Operation Christmas Child shoebox collection, East Jordan Lions Club member honored, quilts sought for Chemawa Indian School, and veterans receive free legal services on Veterans Day.  Traverse City Record-Eagle
  • Third-graders at Kingsley Area Schools create an annual Christmas quilt to be raffled, funding their field trips.  UpNorthLive
  • Piper Shumar and the Friends of Sleeping Bear Dunes were honored with Governor's Service Awards in Michigan for their exemplary community service efforts.  Traverse City Record-Eagle
  • The Mancelona Chamber of Commerce is hosting its annual Buck Pole event on Nov. 15-16, offering prizes for hunters; other community events include a family cooking class, a Transgender Day of Remembrance walk, a health and housing awareness walk, a trail opening, a holiday lights festival, invasive species grants, and a virtual 5K to support Michigan's state parks.  Traverse City Record-Eagle

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • In Wexford County, Michigan, a crash in Clam Lake Township led to the arrest of Donavan Bigelow for driving under the influence, after two passengers were critically injured.  UpNorthLive

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The North Ed Foundation, supporting Career Tech and special education students, launched with over $400,000 in commitments from Michigan colleges and aims to provide scholarships and essential support.  Traverse City Record-Eagle

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore halts a trail extension project due to the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians' concerns about its impact on the environment and their ancestral lands.  Traverse City Record-Eagle
  • The Land Conservancy of West Michigan successfully met its fundraising target for the McDuffee Creek Nature Preserve, ensuring the preserve's permanent protection and public accessibility.  9&10 News

HEALTH NEWS

  • A nurse detected signs of carbon monoxide poisoning in her patient, Mary Smith, who thought her symptoms were related to her chemotherapy, ultimately saving her life by urging her to seek further medical evaluation.  9&10 News

EVENTS

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  • Deer Widows Weekend Craft Show

    Experience a fun-filled Deer Widows Weekend featuring a two-day indoor craft and vendor show, complimentary tours, and a chance to win gift baskets.

    Sat, 11/16/24

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  • Exploring the Blue Zone Lifestyle in Northern Michigan

    Learn about the Blue Zones concept and its impact on life expectancy and well-being through engaging panel discussions and cooking demonstrations.

    Wed, 11/20/24

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  • TART Bayfront Improvement Celebration

    Celebrate the completion of Phase I of the TART Bayfront Improvement and Extension Project, enhancing safe connections for pedestrians and cyclists along the waterfront.

    Thu, 11/21/24

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  • 2024 Downtown Traverse City Holiday Light Parade and Tree Lighting with Santa

    Celebrate the holiday season with a festive light parade, tree lighting ceremony, and Santa's arrival in downtown Traverse City.

    Sat, 11/23/24

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  • NMC Children's Choirs Holiday Concert 2024

    Experience the magical holiday songs from around the world performed by the NMC Children’s Choirs, directed by talented instructors.

    Sun, 11/24/24

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  • 17th Annual Up North Media Traverse City Turkey Trot

    Experience a festive race that welcomes participants of all ages, including furry friends, fostering community spirit and cherished traditions.

    Thu, 11/28/24

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  • 2024 Mac & Cheese Bake-Off Extravaganza

    Experience a culinary showdown featuring delectable mac & cheese dishes paired with seasonal wines along the beautiful Old Mission Peninsula Wine Trail.

    Sat, 11/30/24

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  • Museum Store Sunday - Special Savings Event

    Experience exclusive one-day savings at the Dennos Museum Center store, with year-round discounts for members, NMC employees, and students.

    Sun, 12/1/24

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  • Kids Camping Fundraiser - Dime at a Time

    Experience a community-driven fundraising event to support local children's camping programs.

    Mon, 12/2/24

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  • Ladies' Night in Downtown Traverse City 2024

    This annual holiday event features special deals and shopping opportunities for women, encouraging support for local businesses in a festive atmosphere.

    Thu, 12/5/24

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