Thursday, December 5th, 2024

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Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A collection of community events, including a library showcase, kids' activities, an artist workshop, a historical society potluck, a fundraiser, pre-play gatherings, a climate group event, holiday festivities, and Tuesday donations, are happening across northern Michigan. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ Cherry Capital Airport in Traverse City plans to expand by 2028, funding through airport revenue and county bonds, emphasizing the importance of community input. UpNorthLive
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Jessica Perkins, extradited from Florida, faces five felony charges in Leelanau County, including assaulting a police officer and driving while intoxicated, after crashing into a patrol vehicle and fleeing. UpNorthLive
- ➤ A woman in Traverse City lost $9,000 to scammers impersonating sheriff's deputies, amidst warnings from the local Sheriff's Office about an ongoing scam. Traverse City Record-Eagle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Authors Debra Payne and John Wemlinger discuss their new books at the upcoming Traverse City holiday book fair, while Alan Fitzpatrick talks about adapting 'A Christmas Carol' for the stage. 9&10 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Over 40 schools in Northern Michigan are awarded funding through the 10 Cents a Meal program, supporting local food sourcing and nutritional education for the 2024-2025 year. 9&10 News
- ➤ The FAFSA application for the 2025-2026 school year is now open, advising early completion to maximize potential financial aid from schools and state programs. Traverse City Record-Eagle
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Northern Michigan faces significant travel disruptions due to heavy snowfall, wind gusts up to 45 mph, and whiteout conditions from ongoing winter storms. UpNorthLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Grand Traverse County Commission approved a 50% salary increase for all regular board members starting January 1, 2025, while eliminating per diem compensations. Traverse City Record-Eagle
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