Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of December.
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🏘️ Community
Sleeping Bear Disposal, a Northern Michigan trash removal company, has ceased operations, leaving customers without services despite advance payments, with the owner citing equipment failure and financial difficulties as reasons.
Donations to the Salvation Army in Traverse City will be matched up to $35,000 until Christmas Eve through the Ring for Ruth campaign, honoring the late Ruth Blick.
The Festival of Trains, a holiday tradition since 1991 in Traverse City, begins December 20 and runs through December 31, offering model train displays for visitors at the Creekside Community Church Hall.
An anonymous donor gave $41,000 to the Bay Area Transportation Authority, benefiting 100 bus riders in Grand Traverse County with unexpected financial gifts.
Grand Traverse County officials are seeking community feedback for the development plan of the Greilick property, a former Boy Scout camp, through surveys available until January 12.
Traverse City Central students donated funds from the Patriot Game to Reining Liberty Ranch, supporting equine therapy for veterans and community members in need.
🚨 Crime
A couple in Traverse City, jailed for allegedly embezzling nearly $800,000 from a doctor in their care, violated their bond conditions.
🎭 Culture
A variety of holiday events, including a concert by T.I. at the National Cherry Festival, coding activities, a model train festival, and several musical programs, are scheduled across Traverse City and surrounding areas.
Big jazz bands, an integral part of American entertainment and culture, have evolved from the 1920s, impacting pop and jazz music significantly and continue to enchant audiences today, particularly highlighted by the recent formation of a band led by Chris Glassman and Bill Sears at The Alluvion.
🏥 Health
Gerard Bodalski resigned as CEO of the Grand Traverse Pavilions after an independent investigation into his conduct towards employees and residents.
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