Tuesday, December 10th, 2024

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Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 10th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today's episode of Adorable Adoptables features three cats looking for homes and a search for a missing cat named Reggie, urging the community to assist. 9&10 News
- ➤ Traverse City is considering extending the State Street two-way traffic pilot program for an additional two years to enhance downtown foot traffic and slow vehicle speed. 9&10 News
- ➤ Bergstrom's Burgers, operated by owner Tim Bergstrom who is battling Leukemia, will provide a free ham dinner on Christmas for those facing food insecurity, funded by public donations and served by volunteers. 9&10 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Rob Hentschel, chair of the Grand Traverse County Board of Commissioners, is under investigation for alleged first-degree criminal sexual conduct. UpNorthLive
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Fresh snowfall in northern Michigan has sparked the early start of the snowmobile season, positively impacting local businesses and enthusiasts. UpNorthLive
- ➤ Despite inflation, high interest rates, and labor shortages, Northwest Michigan's construction industry is buoyed by strong consumer spending and job growth, but faces future economic challenges. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ Leelanau County's Ben Lacross, a longstanding advocate for farmers, has been elected as the new President of the Michigan Farm Bureau, aiming to bolster policy support for Michigan's diverse and economically impactful agricultural sector. UpNorthLive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Kiwanis Club of Traverse City commended Soledad Demeuse and Isaac Shapiro for their academic and extracurricular achievements, recognizing their leadership, scholarship, and athletic contributions. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ Traverse City Area Public Schools Board of Education unanimously approved a contract with Diekema Hamann and Cornerstone Architects for the renovation of Central Grade School, with plans to involve community stakeholders in the planning process. Traverse City Record-Eagle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Traverse City officials propose a new billing system for water and sewer services aimed at improving equity and preparing for $84 million in infrastructure projects. Traverse City Record-Eagle
SPORTS NEWS
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