Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of December.
Good morning, Traverse City.
🏘️ Community
Grand Traverse County Parks and Recreation seeks community feedback on the draft plan for the newly acquired Greilick property, aiming to develop it into a public park with preserved natural resources and recreational opportunities.
Traverse City and surrounding areas host a variety of holiday events, including chair yoga, a karaoke pajama party, coding club for kids, book signing, bridge lighting, and more, with community involvement and festive activities highlighted.
A family in northern Michigan cherishes a winter tradition of decorating a tree with treats for animals, inspired by 'Night Tree' by Eve Bunting, fostering a connection with nature and community.
The Dairy Lodge in Traverse City will open from December 20-24 with holiday menu items and souvenirs, marking its seasonal tradition since 1958.
🚨 Crime
The Grand Traverse Sheriff’s Office is investigating threatening notes left in books at a Traverse City Books-A-Million, consulting with the prosecutor on possible terroristic threat charges.
📰 Economy
Cherry Capital Airport in Traverse City is set to expand its seasonal flight services in 2025, including new daily flights to Houston, Denver, and New Haven, alongside welcoming a new director of air service, development, and marketing.
🎓 Education
Northwest Education Services' Health Sciences program wins the Excellence in Practice award for its engaging instruction and comprehensive healthcare education, providing high school students with college credits and career-ready certifications.
🌲 Environment
A Traverse City property owner shares daily live footage of resident bald eagles Harry and Harriet through the 'GreatLakes Bald EagleCam' on YouTube, offering unique insights into their lives and the opportunity for in-person visits.
🏛️ Government
Protesters in Traverse City demand the resignation of Grand Traverse County Board Chairman Rob Hentschel, amid allegations of criminal sexual conduct.
📰 Lifestyle
Horse-drawn sleigh rides across various Michigan farms bring festive joy with scenic routes, hot cocoa, and opportunities to meet Santa and reindeer, requiring advance reservations.
🎉 Traverse City Events
Submit an event →
No new events today. You can submit one here.
🏠 Traverse City Real Estate
Submit a listing →
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
💼 Traverse City Job Board
Submit a job →
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
📣 Traverse City Announcements
Submit an announcement →
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
Stay in the know, Traverse City.
Free, always. No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.