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Saturday, December 7th, 2024
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Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ In Grand Traverse County, local nonprofits and utility programs provide financial assistance and resources to low-income families struggling to afford heating, highlighting the broader challenge of poverty amidst high energy costs. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ Cherry Capital Airport in Traverse City, Michigan, is utilizing specialized equipment and extended crew shifts to ensure runways remain safe and operational amid significant snowfall. UpNorthLive
- ➤ Northern Michigan animal shelters are featuring adoptable pets including a puppy named Spaghetti and a 13-year-old dog named Echo, aiming to find them loving homes. UpNorthLive
- ➤ A variety of holiday events including a Christmas Bazaar, Family STEAM Day, Santa visits, art shows, music programs, opera performance, book fair, student performances, and a museum concert are scheduled in northern Michigan on December 7th and 8th. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ The third annual Holiday Book Fair in Traverse City will feature twelve local authors across various genres, live music, and presentations, offering an opportunity for the community to support regional talent. Traverse City Record-Eagle
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Munson Healthcare warns of a scam where individuals posing as their HR staff are offering fake job positions and sending fraudulent checks for job equipment purchases. Traverse City Record-Eagle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Northwestern Michigan College's aviation program received $250,000 from two anonymous donors to enhance its hangar, fleet, and training facilities as part of a $14 million expansion project. UpNorthLive
- ➤ The historic tugboat Robinson Bay was transferred to the Great Lakes Maritime Academy for enhanced student training in towing and ship handling, emphasizing the tugboat's significance in maritime education. UpNorthLive
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Crystal Mountain in Thompsonville, Michigan, opens for the ski season with nearly two-feet of natural snowfall and extensive snowmaking, featuring a variety of slopes and off-slope activities. UpNorthLive
SPORTS NEWS
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~ Buddha
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